Supply Manager

Position Summary The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for converting the agreed demand plan into a feasible, cost-effective, and executable supply, inventory, and logistics plan. This role owns supply planning, inventory positioning, and logistics execution, with primary accountability for 3rd-party logistics (3PL) strategy, performance management, and continuous improvement. In the early stages of S&OP implementation, the role ensures constraint visibility, disciplined execution, and reliable customer service. Position ResponsibilitiesSupply Planning & Inventory ManagementDevelop and maintain supply plans aligned to the approved demand forecast and S&OP targets Translate demand into production, procurement, and replenishment requirements Balance service, inventory, and capacity while managing constraints and trade-offs Own inventory strategies, including safety stock, lot sizing, and deployment across the network Lead and develop the Inventory Associate; set priorities and performance expectations Logistics & Distribution PlanningDevelop distribution and transportation plans that support supply and inventory strategies Ensure inventory positioning and logistics lead times align with service commitments Identify logistics constraints and develop mitigation scenarios Monitor execution against plan and recommend corrective actions 3rd-Party Logistics (3PL) Strategy & ManagementOwn 3PL strategy, including network design inputs, partner selection, and contract scope Lead 3PL onboarding, governance, and performance management Establish and manage SLAs, KPIs, and scorecards across warehousing and transportation providers Conduct regular business reviews to drive service, cost, and productivity improvements Manage escalations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions S&OP & Cross-Functional CollaborationProvide supply, inventory, and logistics inputs to Supply Review and Executive S&OP Present constraints, scenarios, risks, and trade-offs for leadership decision-making Ensure supply and logistics assumptions are accurate and consistently applied Translate Executive S&OP decisions into executable supply and logistics plans Systems, Data & Continuous ImprovementMaintain planning and logistics master data (lead times, capacities, inventory parameters) Support implementation and stabilization of planning and logistics systems Drive continuous improvement initiatives across supply planning, inventory, and logistics Support network changes, new product launches, and customer onboarding cycles.All other duties as assigned. Key MetricsCustomer service level / OTIF Inventory targets Supply plan adherence and schedule stability Logistics cost to serve (freight, warehousing) 3PL SLA performance and contract compliance Position RequirementsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, Analytics, or related field. Preferred7–12 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.Demonstrated experience managing 3PL partners and logistics contracts Strong understanding of manufacturing, procurement, and distribution processes Experience operating within or implementing an S&OP / IBP process Strong leadership, analytical, and vendor-management skills Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a developing environment Fluency in English required. Fluency in Spanish and/or Chinese a plus.