Supply Chain Manager

Aston Carter•Town of Patterson, NY

7d•$48 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead the end-to-end supply chain function for a growing manufacturing organization. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for the complete flow of materials across the business, including demand planning, purchasing, supplier management, inventory control, warehousing/stockroom operations, and shipping logistics. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills who also enjoys improving processes, reducing costs, and supporting production goals.

Requirements

Supply chain management
Experience with MRP software
3+ years of experience in managing supply chain teams (3+ people)
Manufacturing experience, specifically in electrical purchasing
Strong skills in planning, purchasing, inventory management, and vendor management
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering

Nice To Haves

Experience in the aerospace and defense industry
Ability to work closely with customers, attend meetings, and oversee the product through manufacturing
Capability to manage multiple responsibilities and roles effectively

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the supply chain organization, including purchasing, inventory/stockroom, and shipping teams.
Establish departmental priorities, performance expectations, and operational objectives aligned with business goals.
Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and accountability for direct reports and cross-functional teams.
Manage the full procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, purchasing, and supplier performance management.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving improvements in pricing, quality, lead times, and delivery performance.
Negotiate favorable commercial terms, including pricing agreements, payment terms, delivery schedules, and service-level expectations.
Monitor supplier performance and take corrective action when delivery, quality, or cost objectives are not met.
Identify and implement sourcing strategies that reduce risk, improve supply continuity, and support long-term business objectives.
Oversee demand planning, inventory control, and material replenishment strategies to ensure uninterrupted production and customer fulfillment.
Manage purchasing and inventory workflows through MRP/ERP systems, including purchase orders, reorder points, forecasts, and supplier records.
Maintain master data related to suppliers, pricing, lead times, part numbers, and inventory attributes.
Develop inventory strategies that balance service levels, inventory investment, and operational efficiency.
Oversee stockroom and warehouse operations, ensuring accurate receiving, storage, inventory control, cycle counting, and material movement.
Ensure inventory accuracy through robust controls, auditing practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage shipping operations to ensure accurate, compliant, and on-time outbound deliveries.
Coordinate domestic and international shipping activities and maintain required logistics documentation.
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) including supplier performance, inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, procurement savings, lead-time compliance, and quality metrics.
Analyze supply chain data to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on process efficiency, cost reduction, inventory optimization, and service performance.
Drive improvements in ERP/MRP utilization, reporting accuracy, and supply chain visibility.
Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Production, Quality, and Finance teams to align supply chain activities with business requirements.
Support new product introductions, production schedules, inventory planning, and cost-management initiatives.
Ensure compliance with applicable industry regulations, quality standards, import/export requirements, and customer-specific requirements.