Supply Chain Manager
Location: Austin, TX – On Site | FLSA Status: Exempt
About the role
At Wenzel, we're not your ordinary electronics engineering and manufacturing company. We're the kind of place where "Dream Big, Have Fun, Get Stuff Done" isn't just a slogan; it's the way we roll. As our Supply Chain Manager, you'll unleash your superhuman abilities and support multiple areas of operations, overseeing procurement and inventory management activities. You'll communicate supply issues, track inventory, collaborate with multiple group managers and vendors, and drive continuous improvement opportunities to streamline processes and improve accuracy and efficiency. You'll work alongside some of the sharpest minds in the RF and microwave industry, based in the heart of Austin, Texas.
Responsibilities
- Supply Chain planning and strategy to improve demand forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain mapping
- Procurement and vendor management to include supplier selection, competitive bidding, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and supplier relationship building
- Risk management and mitigation through identification, analysis, diversification, and contingency planning
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, and sales, to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with business objectives
- Monitor inventory levels and implement effective inventory control measures to minimize excess or obsolete stock
- Continuously analyze supply chain data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions
- Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, training, and support
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to supply chain and logistics
- Optimize warehouse functions
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field
- Proven experience (4+ years) in supply chain management, with a track record of successfully optimizing supply chain operations
- Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, procurement, logistics, and inventory management
- Proficiency in supply chain software and tools, such as ERP systems
Skills & Qualifications
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Effective communication and negotiation skills
- Results-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement
- Self-motivated, multitasking, and detail-oriented
- Strong prioritization skills, thriving in high-pressure situations
- Collaborative team player and logical thinker, ready to tackle customer challenges
- High ethical standards