Supply Chain Manager

Industrial Electric Manufacturing•San Antonio, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

IEM is currently seeking a Supply Chain Manager for our San Antonio, TX location. This role brings a strong emphasis on Lean Manufacturing to optimize and enhance our supply chain operations, with a focus on streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and driving cost reductions while ensuring timely delivery and high quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in supply chain management, project execution, and Lean methodologies in a manufacturing environment. This position will be based temporarily in NE San Antonio while our new manufacturing plant is coming online. Our permanent location is approximately 25 minutes away at Brooks, 7515 Inner Circle Dr., San Antonio, 78235. The position is also 100% in-office and does not offer remote work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field, or 10+ years of relevant experience
5+ years of experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment
Experience in progressive materials management methods, incorporating point-of-use materials and visual material replenishment tactics
Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data analytics tools, such as Infor, SAP, or Oracle
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven decisions
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

APICS and PMP certification is a plus
Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization

Responsibilities

Lead and manage supply chain programs to ensure optimal efficiency, cost effectiveness, and quality performance
Lead the supply chain organization with responsibility for planning, scheduling, and capacity management processes, driving continuous improvement in production control, schedule adherence, and overall supply chain performance
Implement and promote Lean Manufacturing principles across supply chain processes to enhance workflow, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement, including Kanban, flow optimization, and pull systems
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, logistics, production, and engineering teams, to align supply chain strategies with business objectives
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability, performance, and cost control
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity and resilience
Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and key performance indicators
Oversee demand planning, inventory management, and materials flow to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce excess inventory
Monitor long lead incoming materials to ensure alignment with current production schedules and anticipate foreseeable risks
Participate in value stream mapping to help improve the flow of material through the manufacturing process
Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve operational efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction
Flexible and adaptable team player who operates with agility and resourcefulness and thrives in an often-changing environment. You will be operating with a start-up mindset and must be willing to help wherever needed - "not my job" is an unacceptable response.