Supply Chain Manager

Clune Construction Company • Chicago, IL

11d

About The Position

Clune Construction is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead divisional supply chain activity and business operations. The role guides decision-making through analysis, forecasting, reporting, and collaboration with senior leaders, vendors, and project teams. It advances divisional priorities, resolves issues, and communicates direction to staff and partners.

The manager leads process improvements, contract negotiations, operational risk and schedule monitoring, and the use of supply chain systems and technology. The role also coaches staff on performance, accountability, time management, training, certifications, and professional development. Candidates must be able to complete the job requirements of all lower positions in the job family hierarchy. Other duties may be assigned, and responsibilities may change.

Requirements

• Minimum 10–12 years of experience in supply chain, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Solid background in supply chain management, vendor management, or asset management.
• Experience in business management areas of direct responsibility.
• Strong working knowledge of supply chain management, sourcing, contract management, and inventory management software.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office products, PDF software, and financial management tools.
• ISM-CPSM certification required within 12 months of hire or promotion.
• Ability to complete the job requirements of all lower positions in the job family hierarchy.
• All candidates must provide a resume.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in large-scale construction is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree in supply chain management or a finance-related field is preferred.
• An MBA or master's-level education is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead divisional analysis of supply chain activity and business operations to forecast trends and guide decisions.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, vendors, and project teams to advance supply chain priorities and resolve issues.
• Communicate divisional direction and priorities to staff, leaders, and partners.
• Lead process improvements that increase team efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve organizational outcomes.
• Apply supply chain, people management, and business operations knowledge to guide execution.
• Coach staff on accountability, quality expectations, recognition practices, and performance.
• Design and deliver divisional reports by translating complex topics and data into digestible information.
• Monitor divisional schedules and operational risks to align supply chain deliverables with project and client commitments.
• Direct master agreement and divisional contract negotiations as the primary resource on terms and conditions.
• Coach staff on time management and hold teams accountable for divisional deadlines.
• Guide staff on training needs, certifications, and development opportunities.
• Guide divisional use of supply chain systems and assess technology opportunities that may improve performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with company policies and standards.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for all dependents, effective day one.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance plans.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending, dependent care, and commuter plans.
• Career development through a mentoring program, learning and development, and continuing education.
• Fitness Program.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

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