Supply Chain Manager
Confidential Retained Search Metal Fabrication Manufacturing
A privately held metal fabrication manufacturer is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain operations in a high-mix low-to-mid volume manufacturing environment. This role oversees production planning purchasing inventory management warehousing logistics and supplier performance with accountability for material availability cost control on-time delivery and compliance.
The ideal candidate brings manufacturing turnaround experience strong ERP/MRP capability and the ability to operate effectively at both strategic and hands-on levels within a fabrication-driven operation.
Role Scope & Responsibilities
Planning & Execution
Plan and coordinate purchasing production planning inventory warehousing and distribution to support fabrication schedules and customer commitments.
Direct the movement and control of raw materials WIP and finished goods including plate sheet tube bar and fabricated components.
Align demand forecasting and production planning with fabrication capacity and customer requirements.
Optimize inventory levels to reduce excess scrap and obsolescence while maintaining uninterrupted production flow.
Procurement & Supplier Management
Lead strategic and tactical purchasing for metals outsourced processing MRO and freight.
Negotiate pricing lead times and commercial terms with steel mills service centers and key suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance across cost quality delivery and certification requirements.
Partner with engineering and quality on supplier qualification material specifications and sourcing alternatives.
Systems Metrics & Process Improvement
Manage MRP inventory control warehousing and receiving functions with a focus on accuracy traceability and lot control.
Leverage ERP systems (IFS SAP EpicorOracle Infor) experience to improve planning purchasing costing and reporting.
Establish and track supply chain KPIs related to cost delivery inventory accuracy and supplier reliability.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations engineering quality finance sales and IT to improve processes and system utilization.
Candidate Profile
7 years of progressive supply chain materials management or procurement experience in metal fabrication or industrial manufacturing.
Demonstrated success managing purchasing inventory MRP and suppliers in a high-mix manufacturing environment.
Hands-on ERP experience required; (SAP Oracle Epicor Infor Plex acceptable).
Strong understanding of MRP logic BOMs routings lead times capacity constraints and inventory control best practices.
Proven negotiation experience with steel mills service centers and outsourced processing suppliers.
Familiarity with ISO-based quality systems and regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
Required Experience:
Manager
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