Sr Supply Chain Manager - Supplier Development Engineer

Oshkosh • Frederick, MD

7h

About The Position

The Senior Supply Chain Manager leads a team responsible for supply chain modernization initiatives, advanced analytics, process maturity, and continuous improvement. The role oversees recommendations and implementation of process improvements with cross-functional and cross-enterprise teams, governs core business processes, and provides expertise in change management and continuous improvement. The position also supports category management and strategic purchasing priorities and works to improve supplier performance and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Eight or more years of experience in Supply Chain or a related field.
• Five or more years of management or leadership experience.
• Ability to travel 40–50%, including internationally.

Nice To Haves

• Global supply chain experience from raw materials through finished goods.
• Relevant industry-related certifications.
• Supply chain experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and attention to detail.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills, including the ability to multitask, manage competing requirements, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing requirements.
• Experience and proficiency with web-based software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, develop, and lead team members through Frequent Meaningful Conversations to achieve business results and support employee development.
• Develop project plans and manage projects that support strategic process improvements.
• Identify and manage strategic process improvement needs, aligning improvements with annual AIPs and business needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, category councils, and segment leaders to understand current processes, identify needs and opportunities, and drive change management and process adoption.
• Lead process redesign and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage process changes and provide training and guidance on identifying and documenting process needs.
• Communicate project results, present ideas, and solicit feedback to support individual and team project assignments.
• Ensure supplier performance and compliance with company standards using established tools, practices, and processes.
• Support category management and strategic purchasing strategies and priorities.
• Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and organizational impact, and reduce risk through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Build trusting relationships with team members through Frequent Meaningful Conversations and ensure individual development plans are in place.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package.
• Opportunities to support team member growth and success.

What This Job Offers

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