Supply Chain Manager

Central Moloney•Pine Bluff, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Moloney, a leader in transformer manufacturing and components, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations at our Transformer Plant. This role is responsible for ensuring the seamless flow of materials, production planning, purchasing, shipping & receiving, and information from suppliers through manufacturing to customers. The Supply Chain Manager will drive efficiency, cost control, and service excellence while supporting plant production goals. The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on leader with strong analytical skills, manufacturing experience, and a proven track record of optimizing supply chain and production support functions .

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain, production planning, purchasing, or logistics within a manufacturing environment (transformer, electrical, or heavy manufacturing experience preferred).
Demonstrated experience with ERP systems (e.g., Syteline, SAP, or similar) and strong data analytics capabilities.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to set priorities, manage multiple functions, and make data-driven decisions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

Nice To Haves

APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or CPSM certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and mentor a cross-functional supply chain team, including Production Control, Purchasing, Inventory, and Shipping & Receiving, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with plant and corporate objectives to support production schedules, customer demand, and operational efficiency.
Oversee production control and scheduling activities to ensure material availability aligns with manufacturing plans and capacity.
Manage purchasing activities, including supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management, to ensure timely procurement of quality materials at competitive costs.
Direct shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accurate material receipt, storage, documentation, and on-time outbound shipments to customers.
Maintain optimal inventory levels through demand forecasting, inventory planning, and cycle count accuracy to minimize shortages, excess inventory, and obsolescence.
Utilize ERP systems and data analytics to monitor KPIs, generate reports, and provide actionable insights to plant and senior leadership.
Collaborate closely with production, engineering, quality, sales, finance, and logistics teams to align supply chain activities with plant goals and customer requirements.
Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce lead times, improve material flow, enhance supplier performance, and lower total supply chain costs.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, regulatory guidelines, and sustainability practices while proactively managing supply chain risks.