Senior Supply Chain Manager

John Tillman Company, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager for our office in Cerritos, CA. The Senior Supply Chain Manager provides strategic leadership and oversight of all Purchasing, Procurement, and Logistics functions. This role is responsible for developing a high‑performing supply chain that supports company growth, ensures continuity of supply, and optimizes cost, quality, and service.

Responsibilities:

• Manage company purchasing activities to ensure quality, delivery, compliance, and specification standards are consistently met.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies to strengthen supplier performance, diversify sourcing, and reduce organizational risk.
• Lead major projects and cross‑functional strategic initiatives with authority to drive change and improve overall supply chain performance.
• Source new suppliers globally and domestically; conduct negotiations on pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Develop new sources of supply in lower‑risk regions to support a resilient supply chain.
• Evaluate supplier performance, identify risk areas, and implement corrective action or mitigation plans as needed.
• Prepare and manage competitive bidding processes; evaluate bids and select suppliers based on strategic, financial, and operational criteria.
• Oversee the return, rework, or replacement of defective materials with accountability for supplier resolution.
• Collaborate with internal partners (Sales, Customer Service, Product Development, Warehousing, Accounting) to optimize working capital, forecasting accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to create accurate demand forecasts and ensure supply plans align with inventory and service strategies.
• Manage import logistics, including coordination with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and global suppliers.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team with progressive responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in import procurement within a distribution or manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of experience managing teams with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems; ability to analyze demand and execute purchase orders, SAGE X3 preferred.
• Experience sourcing leather and/or PPE products preferred.
• Strong knowledge of import logistics, customs brokerage, duties, tariffs, and international supplier management.
• Expert knowledge of ocean and over‑the‑road (OTR) freight logistics.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of sourcing best practices.
• Strong knowledge of forecasting, planning/scheduling, logistics, and offshore supplier management.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and business/financial acumen.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence across teams.
• High energy level with a proactive, solutions‑oriented approach.
• 10% + domestic/international travel.
• Spanish or Mandarin language skills a plus.

Tillman CA salary range: $125K - $145K plus bonus eligibility, based on experience, education, and geographic location. 

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• 401K with generous company match
• Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks. 

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl North America operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… your career, our future.

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Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

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