Supply Chain Manager

Element Solutions Inc • Fremont, CA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc, is a global leader in revolutionizing the electronics industry with over a century of legacy in electronic materials. They provide solutions across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, enabling the entire electronics supply chain. The company embodies its 'Elements of our Culture' - Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. They are seeking an experienced and results-driven Supply Chain Manager to lead and coordinate end-to-end supply chain activities across their global chemical operations. This strategic yet hands-on role focuses on balancing service, cost, inventory, and risk within a regulated, safety-critical environment, ensuring reliable supply to customers, supporting manufacturing continuity, and driving continuous improvement across planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain operations, preferably in chemical manufacturing, semiconductor, or other regulated environments
• Hands-on experience with JD Edwards (JDE), including supply chain and manufacturing modules, with the ability to support system optimization and issue resolution
• Strong understanding of production planning, inventory control, and end-to-end logistics operations in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with ERP implementations, system enhancements, or process improvements
• Knowledge of dangerous goods (DG) shipping requirements
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies

Nice To Haves

• IATA or similar certifications

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee supply chain activities including demand planning, material planning, procurement, production planning, warehousing, and logistics.
• Ensure alignment between customer demand, manufacturing capacity, and supplier capabilities.
• Own supply chain performance across service, cost, inventory, and working capital
• Drive robust demand and supply planning processes, including forecasting, S&OP / IBP participation, and inventory optimization.
• Manage short and long term supply risks, proactively addressing constraints and disruptions.
• Ensure effective execution of plans through close collaboration with operations and logistics teams.
• Oversee supplier performance, availability, and risk management in partnership with procurement.
• Ensure safe, compliant, and cost effective transportation and distribution of chemical products globally.
• Support sourcing strategies, supplier qualification, and contingency planning.
• Lead, coach, and develop supply chain teams across planning, buying, and logistics functions.
• Set clear objectives, manage performance, and build strong operational capability.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Define and monitor KPIs such as OTIF, inventory turns, service level, and cost performance.
• Ensure full compliance with quality, safety, regulatory, and trade requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives leveraging lean principles, digital tools, and analytics.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth
• competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance-related bonus plan)
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness Program
• PTO/Holidays
• 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match
• paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement
• opportunities for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees