Senior Supply Chain Manager

Job Title: Senior Supply Chain Manager

Location: St. Charles

Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations, spanning procurement, transportation, and production planning across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in cost reduction, network optimization, and leveraging WMS/TMS/OMS technologies to drive efficiency. This role involves both high-level strategic planning and hands-on operational management to ensure optimal inventory levels and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing

• Negotiate procurement contracts: Lead complex negotiations for raw materials and indirect spend to secure favorable terms, pricing, and quality.
• Conduct RFPs: Manage the entire Request for Proposal (RFP) process, from supplier selection to contract award, ensuring competitive bidding and alignment with business goals.
• Increase supplier pool: Develop and execute strategies to diversify and expand the supplier base, mitigating risk and ensuring supply continuity.
• Sourcing Work: Manage both long-term strategic sourcing initiatives and short-term operational sourcing needs.

Logistics & Transportation

• Execute network footprint analysis: Analyze and optimize the distribution network (warehouses, 3PLs) to reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Coordinate efficient truck routes: Oversee transportation planning to optimize routing for LTL, TL, and dedicated fleets, reducing transit times and logistics costs.
• Manage transportation spend: Monitor, analyze, and control freight expenditures to achieve significant cost savings.

Operational Planning & Performance

• Production planning expertise: Develop Master Production Schedules (MPS) and inventory strategies to meet demand while optimizing resource utilization.
• Supplier management: Drive performance improvements through KPIs, scorecarding, and quarterly business reviews with key suppliers.
• Cost savings initiatives: Proactively identify and execute cost reduction and avoidance programs across the supply chain.
• Manage KPIs: Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost, delivery, and inventory accuracy to ensure business goals are met.

Systems & Communication

• Manage WMS/TMS/OMS integrations: Oversee the implementation and optimization of Warehouse Management (WMS), Transportation Management (TMS), and Order Management Systems (OMS).
• Communication to management: Provide regular, comprehensive updates to executive management regarding supply chain performance, risks, and strategic initiatives.
• Multi-site management experience: Ensure standardized, efficient processes across multiple distribution centers or manufacturing facilities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Experience: 10-15+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or end-to-end supply chain management.
• Technical Skills: Deep proficiency in ERP systems and WMS/TMS/OMS platforms.
• Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading teams in a multi-site, matrixed environment.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities to perform network analysis, cost modeling, and demand forecasting.