Job Title: Supply Chain Manager

Location: This is an on-site position located in Ottumwa, Iowa

S2 Manufacturing, an industry-leading company based in Ottumwa, IA, is seeking a detail-oriented Supply Chain Manager to join our team. The supply chain manager oversees the entire flow of goods from suppliers to customers, optimizing transportation routes, managing inventory levels, selecting logistics providers, coordinating warehousing and distribution centers, and ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing costs, all while collaborating with vendors to maintain quality and safety standards throughout the supply chain process.

Responsibilities

Procurement:

Identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships.

Inventory Management:

Analyze vendor pricing, supply agreements, selection of suppliers and overall strategic direction for purchased components.

Performs analysis of past usage, current demand, and sales forecasts to develop stocking levels, replenishment strategies and requirements planning for direct and indirect materials.

Monitor stock levels, forecast demand, and optimize inventory to avoid overstocking or shortages.

Data Analysis:

Utilize data to monitor performance metrics, identify trends, and make informed decisions.

Work closely with the General Manager and Internal Logistics Manager to ensure production schedules are met and customer requirements are satisfied.

Logistics Management:

Arrange transportation, selecting carriers, optimizing delivery routes, and tracking shipments.

Collaborate with engineering and production staff to identify cost reduction opportunities and coordinate engineering changes with minimal creation of scrap or obsolete stock.

Quality Control:

Ensure products meet quality standards throughout the supply chain.

Work with production, quality and engineering to resolve vendor quality issues and implement procedures to eliminate future occurrences.

Cost Optimization:

Analyze supply chain costs, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing cost-saving measures.

Warehousing and Distribution:

Coordinate with purchasing and logistics team members to manage storage space, and coordinate product distribution to customers.

Risk Management:

Identify potential disruptions in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.

Compliance Management:

Adhere to regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications And Skills

Analytical skills: Ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
Problem-solving skills: Identifying and resolving issues within the supply chain.
Communication skills: Effective communication with suppliers, internal teams, and customers.
Leadership skills: Managing and motivating a team to achieve goals.
Negotiation skills: Securing favorable terms with vendors.
Project management skills: Planning and executing complex supply chain initiatives.
Technical proficiency: Familiarity with supply chain management software and systems, including MS Excel and Word
Bachelor’s Degree in related field with five years of experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain organizations, including supervisory experience, is preferred.
Prior experience with heavy equipment manufacturing and structural steel manufacturing will be helpful but not required.
CPIM Certification is preferred but not required.

Travel

Up to 15% domestic and/or international travel may be required.

S2 Manufacturing Offers a Competitive Benefits Package Including

Competitive Compensation
Vacation, Paid Sick time and Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance program
Safe Harbor 401k Program
Flexible work environment

S2 Manufacturing is a drug-free work environment. All offers for employment are contingent upon taking and passing a drug test and an acceptable background check.

S2 Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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