Senior Manager, Supply Chain Solutions

Southland Industries•Garden Grove, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) supports the systems, tools, technology, and workflows that enable Southland’s supply chain operations. The Senior Manager, Supply Chain Solutions works with IT and business leaders to improve processes, deploy appropriate technology, and establish consistent practices across procurement, warehousing, inventory, logistics, and distribution. The role translates business needs into practical solutions that improve efficiency, visibility, and support for company growth. The position builds relationships across IT, Operations, Procurement, Finance, and other business groups; optimizes workflows; leads supply chain system evaluations, implementations, integrations, and post-launch improvements; and supports change management, training, documentation, and data quality. It also helps guide team development and shape the supply chain technology roadmap in collaboration with divisional leadership. This is a hybrid role for candidates located near one of Southland’s active locations or sites listed in the posting. Southland is a 100% employee-owned company. Compensation is determined by work location and job-related factors. Employment offers are contingent on successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. The company does not offer employment sponsorship at this time.

Requirements

Strong experience in supply chain technology, business systems, or a related field.
Experience working with enterprise platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Kojo, or similar systems.
Solid understanding of procurement, warehousing, inventory, logistics, and distribution workflows.
Experience leading system implementations, process improvement efforts, or cross-functional projects.
Ability to work effectively with business stakeholders and technical teams.
Strong communication skills and a practical, straightforward approach.
Ability to analyze complex issues, make sound decisions, and keep work moving.

Nice To Haves

Experience with WMS, TMS, or similar logistics platforms.
Experience building or scaling technology capabilities.
Interest in tools that improve visibility, automation, reporting, and day-to-day execution.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Information Systems, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Build relationships with IT, Operations, Procurement, Finance, and other business leaders, serving as a liaison between business and technical teams.
Align project priorities across groups and establish clear ownership and support.
Review supply chain processes and identify system, data, or workflow improvements.
Help standardize and simplify workflows across procurement, warehousing, inventory, logistics, and distribution.
Define reports and measures for evaluating supply chain processes and systems.
Lead the evaluation, selection, implementation, and integration of supply chain systems, including WMS, TMS, and ERP-related tools.
Partner with IT to ensure solutions meet company standards and integrate with existing systems.
Define business needs, test solutions, and support teams preparing for technology rollouts.
Improve system integration to increase data availability and reduce manual workarounds.
Own the business side of system improvements after go-live by gathering feedback, prioritizing needs, and coordinating updates and fixes with IT.
Lead change efforts related to new systems, process updates, and changes in working practices.
Communicate what is changing, why it matters, and what support is available; listen to feedback and address adoption issues.
Ensure users are trained and ready before new tools or processes go live.
Support team growth through coaching, mentoring, and clear direction.
Provide day-to-day guidance to teams working on supply chain technology efforts.
Document workflows, decisions, standards, and system requirements so they are accessible and easy to follow.
Promote a consistent approach across projects, teams, and locations.
Help maintain accurate and consistent item, supplier, and location data.
Shape the supply chain technology roadmap based on business needs, operational pain points, and company priorities.
Work with divisional leadership to prioritize high-impact efforts and support long-term planning for systems, process improvements, and team capability.
Monitor practical new tools and technologies that could improve performance, reduce manual effort, or address business problems.

Benefits

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 100% paid for the employee.
Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability.
Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance.
Disability income protection insurance.
Pre-tax flexible spending plans for health and dependent care.
Paid parental leave.
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses.
Wellness benefits.