Supply Chain Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational functions through direct supervision of Forecasting, Purchasing, Production Planning, Logistics, Receiving and Inventory Control.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to meet company objectives for quality, on-time delivery, efficiency, and profitability.
• Implement best practices in production planning, inventory management, procurement, and logistics.
• Ensure operational processes meet safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Finance, Sales, Engineering and Product to align operations with business goals and customer requirements.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across all operational areas.
• Manage budgets, resource allocation, and capital investment projects for operations.
• Develop and mentor operational leadership, ensuring strong succession planning and staff development.
• Champion a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Build, document and refine supply chain processes in support of ISO 9001
• Create Master Production Schedule that balances customer and CMC needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strategic Planning and Execution
• Supplier Management
• Team Leadership and Development
• Cost Control and Budgeting
• Operational Excellence and Process Improvement
• Vendor and Stakeholder Management
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Cycle Counting
• Business Processes
• Exceptional knowledge of MRP, planning systems and Excel.
• Inventory Turns Optimization

Required Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of production, supply chain, and warehouse management best practices.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Deep knowledge of business operations and effective decision making normally associated with a Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Proven track record in Lean/continuous improvement methodologies.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to drive change and foster collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated exceptional analytical and problem solving skills.