Sr Supply Chain Manager

Flex•Libertyville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary Senior Supply Chain Manager The Senior Supply Chain Manager will bring deep expertise across the full end‑to‑end supply chain, from strategic planning through execution. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the complete flow of materials, information, and processes that support our new business operations. This role requires strong analytical capability, operational leadership, and the ability to optimize complex, multi‑functional supply chain activities. Candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of improving service levels, reducing cost, and driving operational excellence across diverse supply chain environments. This position requires advanced experience in production planning and scheduling, including capacity planning, line balancing, and coordinating with operational teams to ensure efficient use of resources. The candidate needs to lead the team to develop master production schedules, analyze demand forecasts, and align production plans with business priorities. Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems, constraint‑based scheduling, and continuous improvement methodologies is essential. The Senior Supply Chain Manager will also assist with procurement and sourcing activities, ensuring MM achievement, supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and risk mitigation. In addition, the candidate will oversee warehouse operations and indirectly support the inventory management team, ensuring optimal stock levels, accurate inventory records, and efficient material flow. This includes implementing inventory control strategies, managing cycle counts, optimizing storage layouts, and improving warehouse processes to support safety, accuracy, and productivity. Familiarity with lean principles, logistics coordination, and KPI‑driven performance management is expected. Overall, we are seeking a hands‑on, results‑oriented leader who can collaborate across departments, build strong operational processes, and support the growth of a new business unit. The ideal candidate will be proactive, data‑driven, and capable of leading cross‑functional initiatives that enhance supply chain performance end to end.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 10 + years of related experience in Supply Chain Management
End-to-end Supply Chain Process experience
Ability to quickly analyze and identify problems and assess the data to make informed decisions.
Diligent attention to detail to inventory management, order accuracy, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
Familiarity with large ERP/Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), other technology and the ability to solve problems related to order processing, inventory control, and logistics.
Clear and concise communication is vital for coordinating with staff, vendors, and upper management.
Ability to make decisions promptly, especially in high-pressure situations.
Adaptability to warehousing environments and can rapidly change due to fluctuations in demand or unexpected challenges.
Strong leadership skills to help motivate and guide team members, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring everyone works together towards common goals.
Creative approach to problem-solving that can lead to effective solutions that improve processes and outcomes, whether through technology or process optimization.

Nice To Haves

Advanced experience in production planning and scheduling, including capacity planning, line balancing, and coordinating with operational teams.
Lead the team to develop master production schedules, analyze demand forecasts, and align production plans with business priorities.
Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems, constraint-based scheduling, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Assist with procurement and sourcing activities, ensuring MM achievement, supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and risk mitigation.
Oversee warehouse operations and indirectly support the inventory management team, ensuring optimal stock levels, accurate inventory records, and efficient material flow.
Implementing inventory control strategies, managing cycle counts, optimizing storage layouts, and improving warehouse processes to support safety, accuracy, and productivity.
Familiarity with lean principles, logistics coordination, and KPI-driven performance management.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic planning processes that optimize production schedules and resource allocation.
Analyze demand forecasts, production capacity, and inventory levels to create balanced plans that align with organizational goals.
Collaborate with production teams, procurement, and logistics to ensure that materials are available in the right quantities and at the right times, facilitating on-time delivery to customers.
Create and maintain an efficient warehouse operation that prioritizes safety, accuracy, and productivity.
Oversee inventory control processes, ensuring that stock levels are monitored accurately, and implementing best practices for storage and order fulfillment.
Analyze warehouse performance metrics and develop initiatives to enhance warehouse productivity while maintaining compliance with safety standards.
Implement technology solutions to enhance visibility and tracking throughout the inventory management process, potentially utilizing warehouse management systems (WMS).
Prioritize employee training and development, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency within the warehouse team.
Continuously evaluate processes and performance metrics to drive ongoing improvements, ensuring the manufacturing site meets customer expectations and enhances operational resilience.
Support and indirectly manage procurement/sourcing/inventory management.