Supply Chain Project Manager

Our dynamic and evolutionary client is seeking to contract a highly capable and motivated Supply Chain Project Manager III. 
 
Location:  100% onsite Merritt Island, FL

Length of Assignment – until 12/31/26 
Compensation - $60.00-$65.00
Additional Compensation: This position is not eligible for bonus or incentive compensation.
Benefits: Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, and other employer sponsored programs.

US citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.
Work sponsorship is not available at this time.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives that support manufacturing operations, production scalability, and supply chain performance. This individual will drive complex projects involving production planning, materials management, procurement, inventory optimization, supplier coordination, and process improvement. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and has a proven track record of delivering projects on schedule while managing multiple stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage supply chain and manufacturing-related projects from initiation through execution and closeout.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, procurement, quality, operations, and suppliers to ensure project success.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and status reporting.
• Drive initiatives focused on production rate increases, capacity expansion, process optimization, and operational efficiency improvements.
• Oversee production planning, material availability, procurement activities, inventory management, and supplier performance to support manufacturing objectives.
• Monitor the movement of raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods to ensure production schedules and customer commitments are achieved.
• Analyze supply chain data, demand forecasts, and inventory trends to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with vendors and suppliers to ensure continuity of supply, resolve material shortages, and improve delivery performance.
• Evaluate existing supply chain processes and implement improvements that increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall operational performance.
• Facilitate project reviews, stakeholder meetings, and executive updates while maintaining alignment on priorities and deliverables.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans to prevent disruptions to manufacturing and supply chain operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• 5 years of project management experience within a manufacturing, production, engineering, or industrial environment.
• Experience leading projects involving production scaling, rate increases, capacity planning, or manufacturing process improvements.
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory management, production planning, logistics, and supplier management.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects with defined scope, schedule, budget, and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Experience utilizing ERP, MRP, or supply chain planning systems.
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and aggressive timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, CAPM, Lean Six Sigma, or related project management certification.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, automotive, energy, or other highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of demand planning, forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier performance metrics.
• Experience with production ramp-up, new product introduction (NPI), or manufacturing scale-up initiatives.

About Hansell Tierney:
Hansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way. Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities. We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises. Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients’ unique needs.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security or Social Security Administration so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Compensation and Benefits Disclosure

The compensation range listed above represents the expected range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.

Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored programs.