Supply Chain Manager
The Supply Chain Manager will lead global procurement and inventory stocking strategies across a diverse international footprint. Reporting to the Senior Director of Warehouse, Production, and Assembly, this role is responsible for driving inventory efficiency, reducing carrying costs, diversifying suppliers, and ensuring operational excellence. The Manager will unify regional supply chains into a cohesive, standardized global function, developing and executing replenishment strategies that reduce reliance on single-source suppliers—particularly in China—and strengthen supplier networks in key regions supporting electrical and telecommunications products. This position requires a deep understanding of global procurement, supplier management, and industry-specific challenges, including compliance requirements and supply chain risks due to Tariffs
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring procurement and replenishment strategies are aligned with demand forecasts
- Develop and execute fulfillment models and demand plans that support Sales and Project Management delivery requirements
- Manage demand variability and inventory control processes to balance service levels, cost, and inventory efficiency
- Drive planning and supply chain innovation by modernizing systems, improving replenishment processes, and leveraging ERP enhancements (SAP S4 HANA preferred)
- Lead global sourcing and procurement teams to ensure a reliable, resilient, and diversified supply of materials across all regions in Americas
- Develop and implement a global sourcing strategy that reduces reliance on single‑source suppliers—particularly in China—for electrical and telecommunications components
- Integrate regional operations into a standardized global supply chain structure, improving visibility, consistency, and operational efficiency across the Americas
- Establish, monitor, and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to fulfillment performance, inventory turnover, cost reduction, and lead‑time improvement
- Partner cross‑functionally with Sales, Project Management, and regional teams to ensure seamless execution across sourcing, planning, and fulfillment
- Mentor and develop a high-performance Fulfillment team capable of executing complex, global sourcing strategies.
Qualifications
- 10–12 years of progressive experience in Global Planning, Sourcing, Operations and Procurement
- Proven experience managing global supply chains for electrical and/or telecommunications products
- Bachelor’s or MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or a related field
- Preferred certifications: CSCP, CPSM, CPIM; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on supplier development, cost control, and risk management
- High proficiency in ERP systems (SAP S4 HANA preferred), data analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrated ability to lead global teams and execute strategic Planning initiatives needing extended hours during some weeks
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