Supply Chain Manager
6 days ago
Saint Paul
Job DescriptionThe Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and integrating end-to-end supply chain operations, including purchasing, production planning, shipping, logistics, and inventory management. This role ensures efficient, cost-effective flow of materials and finished goods while maintaining high service levels and operational reliability. The position partners closely with cross-functional teams to align supply chain activities with demand, production, and business priorities. In addition to managing daily operations, the Supply Chain Manager supports strategic initiatives by translating high-level objectives into actionable operational plans and driving continuous improvement across processes, systems, and teams. Key Responsibilities • Manage day-to-day supply chain operations, including procurement, logistics, inventory control, and order fulfillment, • Lead and coordinate purchasing, production planning, shipping, and logistics functions to optimize overall supply chain performance, • Supervise, coach, and develop supply chain team members, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management, • Collaborate with production and commercial teams to align supply chain plans with demand forecasts and production schedules, • Monitor inventory levels to ensure accuracy, availability, and appropriate balance between service levels and working capital, • Maintain direct responsibility for inventory management, including financial oversight, valuation, and optimization, • Implement and leverage supply chain systems and tools to improve visibility, reporting, and operational efficiency, • Manage supplier and vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolution of supply issues, • Negotiate agreements with suppliers, vendors, and logistics partners to secure favorable terms and reliable service, • Ensure compliance with internal policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations across all supply chain activities, • Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and risk mitigation within the supply chain, • Champion continuous improvement initiatives, incorporating technology, best practices, and data-driven decision-making, • Prepare and present regular performance updates, metrics, and recommendations to senior leadership, • Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives as assignedQualifications, • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, • 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, logistics, or operations management, • Experience managing complex inventory environments and leading multi-functional supply chain teams, • Proficiency with ERP platforms and supply chain management systems, • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, • Effective communicator with the ability to influence across teams and functions, • Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams in a fast-paced environment, • Working knowledge of procurement, inventory control, production planning, and logistics best practices, • Professional certifications (e.g., APICS CSCP, ISM CPSM) are a plusBenefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pay Details: $120,000.00 to $160,000.00 per year Search managed by: Abby Johnson Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.