Lead Supply Chain Manager

Design Hire • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

The Lead Supply Chain Manager oversees end-to-end supply chain operations for a client in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on supplier performance, procurement strategy, cost management, inventory planning, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a strong supply chain management background, preferably in aerospace or automotive, and experience managing supplier relationships, tracking key performance indicators, and using ERP/MRP systems to improve operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Significant experience in supply chain management, procurement, or supplier operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end supply chain operations and supplier performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of purchase price variance (PPV), KPIs, supplier scorecards, and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems for procurement, inventory management, and material planning.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace or automotive industry supply chain experience.
• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, sourcing, supplier management, material planning, inventory control, and delivery performance.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships, conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), monitor supplier performance, and implement corrective actions to improve quality, cost, and delivery.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), purchase price variance (PPV), supplier scorecards, and other supply chain metrics to identify cost savings and performance improvements.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to manage material requirements, optimize inventory levels, improve forecasting, and ensure materials are available to support production schedules.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to improve supply chain processes, mitigate supplier risks, and support business objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior