Supply Chain Team Manager
About The Position
Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. About the job… The Supply Chain Team Manager oversees a team to manage and optimize the flow of materials from procurement to distribution. He/she is focusing on inventory control, vendor relationships, and strategic planning to ensure timely, cost-effective supply for operations. Team lead develops and coordinates the Material Management team. He/she ensures that the team meets short-to-mid-midterm goals and customer expectations. Actively work with operational interfaces, communicate and coordinate This is an onsite position located in Greenwood IN.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
- Min 2 years of experience in material management or supply chain roles, with proven leadership experience.
- Knowledge & understanding of manufacturing ability to lead and mentor a team.
- Strong ability to analyse data, solve problems, and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent skills for coordinating with internal teams and negotiating with vendors.
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and warehouse management systems.
- Excellent organizational abilities for managing complex processes and inventory.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of material management professionals, including buyers and inventory specialists.
- Develop and implement material management strategies to optimize inventory, reduce waste, and control costs.
- Monitor inventory levels, ensure accurate records, and manage efficient warehouse processes.
- Secure performance, development and output of the unit, including financial responsibility.
- Collaborate with production, supply chain, and finance teams to align material flow with production schedules and manage material costs.
- Set and follow up targets for the unit, broken down from factory level.
- Analyse material consumption, forecast future needs, and leverage analytics and ERP systems to support decision-making.
- Secure safety of the people, processes and manufactured/delivered products (quality, delivery, cost).
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations for material handling and storage.
- Secure Standardized work & SOP.
- Support and initiate supplier development activities together with support functions.
- Secure the result of problem solving and continuous improvement activities in the unit, including Lean Six Sigma and 5S.
- Implement and maintain the supply chain processes within the unit.
- Participate in NEP and give input to EPD.
- Oversee purchasing processes, negotiate contracts with vendors, and manage supplier performance to secure favorable terms and ensure timely delivery.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
