Supply Chain Manager
We’re seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead a team of procurement professionals and the warehouse/logistics functions at a manufacturing company in the north metro. This position will manage procurement, inventory, shipping/receiving, oversee contract negotiations, and ensure existing contractual obligations are being met.
This is an on-site position (generally)
Responsibilities
- Lead procurement strategy development and supplier relationship management to drive cost reduction, efficiency, and quality improvements across the supply chain.
- Oversee supplier development initiatives and maintain certified supplier programs to ensure superior quality, delivery, and readiness for medical market expansion.
- Implement and optimize inventory control systems including kanban, consignment, and supplier-managed inventory to reduce inventory levels while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Manage raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory levels to support competitive lead times and minimize investment and risk.
- Supervise purchasing, shipping/receiving, and inventory control teams, ensuring alignment with company policies, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain and improve SOPs, purchasing policies, and quality control documentation, while ensuring compliance with ISO and medical device standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, customer service, engineering, and finance to align supply chain strategies with overall business objectives.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in supply chain or a business-related field preferred
- 10+ years of supply chain experience including a minimum of 3 years of management
- Proven abilities in supply chain related functions - procurement, sourcing new vendors, supplier quality, contract negotiation, and inventory management
- Proven ability to set and achieve KPIs, develop long and short term supply chain strategy, and hold team members accountable
- Excellent communication skills
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