Supply Chain Manager

SWJ TECHNOLOGY, LLC•Kings Mountain, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

SWJ Technologie is seeking a Supply Chain Manager for a client in the automotive car manufacturing industry. This is a direct-hire, onsite role based in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. The position plans, directs, and coordinates supply chain activities, including procurement, inventory management, material handling, and supplier relations. It is responsible for maintaining material availability and optimal inventory levels, controlling costs, and coordinating with purchasing, production, quality, and engineering. The schedule is full-time, and the assignment is expected to start ASAP. The role oversees purchasing and inventory processes, supplier relationships, international procurement, inventory reporting, and the development of supply chain and material management personnel. Work may take place in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting. The position requires compliance with relevant safety practices.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, procurement, purchasing, or inventory control.
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of ERP and MRP systems.
Experience with international purchasing, import processes, and overseas shipments.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with supplier audits, qualification processes, and supplier performance management.
Knowledge of inventory optimization strategies and obsolete inventory reduction.
Experience with production planning and supply chain reporting.
Ability to understand and comply with relevant safety practices.
Physical ability to sit, stand, reach, kneel, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Advanced SAP knowledge, particularly in purchasing, management administration, finance, and time administration modules.
Familiarity with ERP systems and related administrative applications.
Experience with budget monitoring, forecasting, headcount administration, and organizational processes.
Intermediate German language skills.
Familiarity with Microsoft Access, Outtask, and other business applications.
Experience using office equipment, including printers, plotters, PCs, and video conferencing systems.
Experience maintaining departmental web pages and coordinating workshops or special projects.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and manage purchasing, procurement, and inventory control activities.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels to ensure material availability while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
Oversee material identification, purchasing, receiving, storage, and material handling processes.
Forecast future material and inventory requirements based on production needs.
Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
Establish, implement, and maintain inventory control processes and systems.
Ensure compliance with operational standards, procedures, and inventory management policies.
Collaborate with Quality on supplier qualification, performance evaluations, and audits.
Work with Engineering to assess how product changes affect purchasing requirements and inventory levels.
Coordinate with Production Control and other departments to manage physical inventory and material availability.
Analyze material usage reports and develop strategies for slow-moving and obsolete inventory.
Prepare and maintain reports to monitor departmental performance and operational efficiency.
Coordinate international procurement and overseas shipments to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
Supervise, support, and develop supply chain and material management personnel.