Supply Chain & Operations Software Manager

About the Role

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.

Key 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.