Position Summary:
We are a fast-growing U.S firearms manufacturer seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and evolve our supply chain operations. This role is critical to our continued growth responsible for building a high-performing team and driving improvements in sourcing strategy procurement materials planning inventory management supplier performance and overall supply chain efficiency.
The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a hands-on strategic approach who can scale supply chain capabilities to match our business growth while maintaining the highest standards in quality cost-effectiveness and delivery performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team responsible for procurement planning and inventory control.
- Develop and implement an effective sourcing strategy that aligns with business goals and supports new product development and sustained production.
- Establish and improve processes to reduce material cost improve lead times and ensure consistent product quality.
- Identify evaluate and manage key suppliers to ensure performance reliability and scalability.
- Drive purchasing and material planning excellence ensuring raw material and component availability while minimizing excess inventory.
- Oversee inventory management optimizing inventory levels to meet production needs and reduce carrying costs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering manufacturing finance and quality teams to align supply chain activities with company objectives.
- Implement supply chain KPIs and use data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations including ITAR and maintain ethical sourcing practices.
- Support ERP/MRP system usage and enhancements related to purchasing inventory and planning functions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Operations or a related field (MBA or APICS certification is a plus).
- 7 years of progressive experience in supply chain or procurement preferably in manufacturing; experience in the firearms or defense industry is a plus.
- 3 years of team leadership experience with demonstrated success in building and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing supplier negotiation inventory management and MRP/ERP systems.
- Proven track record of achieving improvements in cost lead time supplier performance and inventory turns.
- Excellent leadership communication and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident due to ITAR compliance.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- A fast-paced hands-on environment with opportunities for career growth
- The chance to be part of a dynamic passionate team in a growing industry
- A strong company culture centered on quality innovation and integrity
As part of our hiring process Walther requires all candidates to undergo a background check and drug screening. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.
Required Experience:
Manager