Demand Manager

VANDERLANDE LOGISTICS LLC•Irving, TX

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Demand Manager supports Vanderlande’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) function by overseeing purchasing activities, coordinating material flow, and ensuring timely, cost‑effective acquisition of components for internally assembled products. This role partners closely with Category Managers, Quality, Assembly CPM, and external suppliers to maintain material availability, resolve issues, and support continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or materials management
Strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, logistics, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Manage purchasing activities for internally assembled products, ensuring timely and cost‑effective material acquisition.
Create component orders to support Category Managers and assembly operations.
Identify material shortages and coordinate delivery solutions with the appropriate Category Manager.
Support Category Managers by contacting vendors to assess delivery progress, address delays, and ensure on‑time supply.
Assist Category Managers in identifying, evaluating, and qualifying new material suppliers.
Monitor material costs against established budgets and report variances to the Assembly CPM.
Facilitate communication between manufacturers, the Quality Manager, and Category Managers to resolve quality issues.
Identify opportunities for material cost savings and communicate findings to the Assembly CPM.
Work closely with SCM, Assembly, Quality, and suppliers to maintain efficient material flow and support operational goals.