Supply Chain & Operations Software Manager

Baxter Aerospace Inc.•St. George, UT

About The Position

We are seeking a Supply Chain & Operations Software Manager to improve supply chain performance and develop the software that supports it. This role combines supply chain expertise with hands-on software development, with a primary focus on procurement, material planning, inventory management, supplier performance, and production readiness. The ideal candidate understands how materials, information, and decisions move through a manufacturing organization and can translate operational needs into reliable software, automation, and system improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, information systems, or a related field.
At least 5 years of professional experience in supply chain, procurement, material planning, operations, or supply chain systems, including responsibility for process or system improvements.
Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory management, supplier performance, lead times, bills of materials, and ERP/MRP processes.
Demonstrated ability to independently develop and maintain software that solves business problems.
Familiarity with version control, software testing, troubleshooting, and deployment practices.
Ability to translate operational requirements into clear technical specifications and usable tools.
Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
Ability to balance ongoing supply chain needs with software development priorities.
Must meet the U.S. person.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or another regulated industry.
Experience implementing, configuring, or extending ERP/MRP systems.
Experience developing tools for purchasing, supplier tracking, inventory planning, or production scheduling.
Familiarity with Lean methods, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.
Experience leading projects, coordinating vendors, or mentoring team members.
Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Python, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Java.
Experience with SQL, relational databases, APIs, and business system integrations.

Responsibilities

Lead improvements to purchasing, material planning, inventory control, supplier management, and shortage resolution.
Identify supply risks and operational bottlenecks; implement solutions that improve material availability, delivery performance, and cost.
Own the roadmap for supply chain and operations software, prioritizing projects based on business needs and measurable impact.
Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain internal applications, integrations, and automation tools.
Improve ERP and MRP workflows and connect business systems to reduce manual work and strengthen data accuracy.
Develop dashboards and reporting for supplier delivery, inventory accuracy, material shortages, lead times, and purchasing performance.
Partner with procurement, production, engineering, quality, and finance to define requirements and implement solutions.
Establish processes for item records, bills of materials, purchasing data, inventory transactions, and other critical supply chain information.
Document software and processes, train users, and provide ongoing support.
Work with IT and compliance teams to maintain appropriate access controls and protect sensitive information.