Supply Chain Manager

About Us

FOX Innovation & Technologies (FIT) is a leading global partner in turbomachinery aftermarket engineering and services dedicated to enhancing energy security reducing emissions and driving operational value for industries around the world. We combine world-class proprietary technologies rapid cycle capabilities and deep industry expertise to provide OEM-level solutions across centrifugal compressors pumps turbines valves and other mission-critical rotating equipment.

More than just a service provider FIT is an OEM-caliber engineering and manufacturing hub capable of reengineering revamping and remanufacturing complex machinery to meet client demands with precision and sustainability. Join us and be part of a team where cutting-edge engineering meets shop-floor realitydelivering solutions that keep global industry turning effectively and responsibly.

The Opportunity

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for procurement materials planning and inventory management in support of our Field Service and Parts businesses. The position oversees direct material planning supplier coordination inventory control and production planning to ensure alignment between supply and demand and timely material availability. Working closely with Operations Logistics Sales and Finance this role helps translate operational requirements into effective procurement and planning execution. The ideal candidate brings hands-on operational procurement experience and familiarity with materials and fabrication processes used in the turbomachinery industry with a focus on driving cost control supplier performance and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Field Service procurement team.
• Drive strategic purchasing to support a multi-site operation.
• Own and drive day-to-day supplier cost quality delivery and inventory issues.
• Lead and perform all production and material planning activities from raw materials to finished goods.
• Develop and implement methods to fully utilize the ERP capabilities across operational functions.
• Maintain and follow purchasing procedures to conform to ISO standards.
• Execute material requisitions to support demands reorder point safety stock blanket agreements and manually derived requirements.
• Advise management of market conditions and supplier base activity which could affect pricing and/or delivery.
• Lead and facilitate supplier discussions to support material flow conformance to specifications projects and escalations.
• Lead and support contract creation and execution for key supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance (quality and delivery) identify improvement opportunities and drive escalations.
• Identify and develop new sources of supply when existing sources are inadequate.
• Support month-end close activities including inventory troubleshooting and adjustments.
• Actively participate with key internal customers in sales operations and inventory planning process.
• Process select purchase requisitions as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering or another related field is preferred.
• At least four (4) years of experience in Materials/Supply Chain Management.
• Working knowledge of materials planning purchasing and supplier management best practices.
• Strong negotiation analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to reduce costs and improve fulfillment cycle times.
• Experience with purchase order processing and inventory management systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong ERP system experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to present information and facilitate team discussions.
• Collaborative professional with a high level of integrity accountability and professionalism.
• Solid understanding of general procurement practices with foundational knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive timely solutions.
• Familiarity with Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
• Working knowledge of turbomachinery components and related technical concepts preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining responsiveness.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Industrial machine shop environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires sitting standing bending walking for extended periods.
• Occasional extended hours based on operational or customer needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fox Innovation & Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit employ train compensate and promote without regard to race religion color national origin age gender marital status disability protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.