Supply Chain Manager

Irca Group•Chicago, IL

13h•$130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

IRCA Group, an Advent portfolio company, was founded in Italy in 1919, and it is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients such as chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other essential solutions for industrial clients or other independent artisanal producers. With more than 2.400 employees, 22 production facilities worldwide, and €1 billion in revenues, IRCA Group has a solid track record of growth and international expansion. IRCA Group is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and actively manage our North American Supply Chain operations. This role will partner closely with corporate functions, manufacturing sites, TPMs, and external vendors to ensure efficient day-to-day operations, service excellence, and continuous improvement across the network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive Supply Chain experience within a manufacturing environment, including at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
Strong hands-on experience in manufacturing planning, inventory management, and material flow optimization.
Direct involvement in S&OP execution, including data analysis, cross-functional coordination, and driving actionable outcomes.
Solid understanding of production planning, procurement, logistics, and distribution processes.
Experience managing KPIs, financial analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of Import/Export processes and third-party manufacturing coordination.
Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Hands-on, execution-driven leader who is comfortable working in operational details and resolving day-to-day challenges.
Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communicator and collaborative partner across functions, with the ability to motivate teams and drive results.
Willingness to travel domestically up to 15% (including Affton, MO and Duluth, GA).

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the Central Supply Chain function for IRCA NA, providing strong leadership while remaining actively engaged in daily operations, including order management, supply constraints, and demand fluctuations.
Own and drive the S&OP process, facilitating monthly cycles, challenging assumptions, resolving gaps, and ensuring cross-functional alignment to achieve OTIF and service goals.
Directly manage and execute inventory and capacity planning activities, including safety stock levels, MOQ optimization, production planning parameters, and mitigation of excess and obsolete inventory.
Actively coordinate with TPMs and internal sites to resolve operational issues, manage priorities, and ensure continuity of supply.
Oversee Import/Export activities from a Supply Chain perspective, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with operational needs.
Lead KPI tracking, financial analysis, and monthly reporting, translating data into actionable plans and driving cost-saving and operational excellence initiatives.