Supply Chain Manager

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Providing strategic leadership for EFCO’s Materials Management and is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the organization’s global supply chain, including vendor selection & management, material and accessory procurement, outsourcing, and inventory control, including on time arrival for use to ensure a consistent, cost-effective supply of goods and services. Champion enterprise alignment on best practices in purchasing, inventory optimization, and vendor performance. This role requires a visionary leader who can align supply chain strategies with company values and strategic objectives while fostering collaboration and innovation across global / cross-functional teams, and is accountable for the end-to-end purchase order process including the integration among internal functions - such as operations, purchasing, and logistics. This leader owns managing the external suppliers, across all categories including raw materials, components, MRO, IT supplies, and finished goods. This will ensure part availability, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with organizational goals to drive continuous improvement in material planning and flow to support operational success and enable LIPCC (Lowest In Place Concrete Cost). Establish key performance benchmarks, lead a small team, and collaborate cross-functionally with operations, logistics, and supplier partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
5–10 years of experience in manufacturing, procurement, and operations.
Demonstrated leadership skills and alignment with EFCO core values.
Strong MRP and plant floor systems experience preferred; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and related PC tools.
Excellent judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Skilled in negotiating, developing and delivering presentations and training.
Ability to travel occasionally / as needed.
Balancing- Maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc: Constantly
Repetitive Motions- Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Occasionally
Sitting/Standing- Must be able to sit or stand as required for extended periods of time: Frequently
Stooping- Bending at the waist: Occasionally
Lifting motions or lifting objects up to 10 lbs.: Occasionally
Walking: Frequently
Climbing- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc.: Occasionally
Hearing: Frequently
Talking: Frequently
Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time: Frequently
Ability to read complex documents in the English language: Frequently
Capacity to reason and make sound decisions: Frequently
Ability to write complex documents in the English language: Frequently
Capacity to express thoughts orally: Frequently
Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.

Nice To Haves

CPSM or CSCP preferred

Responsibilities

Lead procurement strategy, vendor selection, and supplier relationship management to minimize total landed cost, reduce supply & inventory risk, and strengthen EFCO’s overall chain of supply.
Manage a team that consistently strives to improve the supply of materials across all categories.
Demonstrate Leadership and Responsibility in developing SOPs, optimizing procurement workflows, and driving supplier performance.
Coordinate inventory control and logistics planning to ensure efficient customer order fulfillment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare for and execute New Product Launch initiatives.
Apply Organization and Judgment to improve visibility and flow of materials across the company.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives in supplier selection, materials planning and movement.
Establish performance metrics, track progress, and adjust processes to ensure internal alignment with product / customer requirements and business goals.
Use Technical Skills and Attention to Detail to support LIPCC and enhance supply chain quality.
Foster an environment aligned with EFCO’s core values of Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service.
Mentor direct reports, promote institutional knowledge retention, and advance a culture of excellence.
Apply Leadership and Oral Communication to build trust, transparency, and shared accountability across the enterprise.