Plant Supply Chain Manager

Role Summary

The Plant Supply Chain Manager is a key leader within the plant's operations. This role serves as the single point of accountability for all supply chain-related activities at the site, ensuring seamless integration across supply chain functions. Responsibilities include supply planning, logistics, warehouse operations, and site-related procurement activities. The role reports (solid line) to the Division Supply Chain Manager and dotted line to the Plant Manager. The Plant Supply Chain Manager is a member of the plant leadership team, as the primary liaison for supply chain matters, and contributes to achieving the plant's operational and strategic goals.

Integrated Planning

• Directs the on-site integrated planning team, overseeing short-term planning execution, including production planning, MRP, DRP, and site planning master data.
• Ensure alignment of planning processes with BU strategy and site operational requirements.
• Monitor and optimize inventory levels to meet service levels while minimizing costs.
• Drive adherence to planning standards and tools as defined by the BU Integrated Planning organization.

Logistics & Storeroom Operations

• Oversees logistics and related operations teams for efficient goods movement, storage, and distribution.
• Implement process improvements to optimize storeroom layout and material handling efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Procurement Activities

• Oversees site-related procurement activities (both direct and indirect) through a dotted-line reporting structure with site procurement professionals.
• Guide and support the on-site procurement team on sourcing events, vendor negotiations, and contract management for site-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with Corporate and BU procurement teams to align activities with broader supply chain strategies.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as the single point of accountability for all supply chain-related topics at the plant, providing oversight and support to the Plant Manager.
• Act as the primary liaison for supply chain matters, representing the function within the plant leadership team.
• Foster collaboration with cross-functional peers, including the Manufacturing, Finance, HR, Engineering, and IT, to align on shared objectives.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing team, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Strategic Contribution

• Contribute to the BU’s supply chain strategy by implementing site-level initiatives that enhance efficiency and resilience.
• Identify and execute process improvements to improve customer service, cash, and cost efficiency.
• Support the plant's overall operational and business objectives through effective planning and execution.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8-10 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing operations, with a focus on planning and execution.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP, DRP, production planning, contract negotiations, and logistics/warehouse processes.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Advanced knowledge of supply chain tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Leadership Behaviors:
• Results-driven with a focus on achieving operational excellence.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams toward continuous improvement and high performance.

Working Conditions

• This position is based on-site at the manufacturing plant, with occasional travel as required.
• This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

Pay Range

The range for this position is $130,166.00 - $178,979.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.