What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Manager position at MANN+HUMMEL?
Role Summary
Job Description
Supply Chain Manager
Location: Goleta, CA
Work Setup:
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading all site logistics, inventory control, production planning, shipping, receiving, and material flow activities within the facility. This role oversees the coordination of materials and logistics operations to support manufacturing efficiency, customer delivery performance, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, along with expertise in material planning, logistics operations, inventory management, ERP systems, and Lean manufacturing methodologies. This position plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, improving material flow processes, and ensuring alignment between production, procurement, warehousing, and customer requirements.
Main Tasks
Qualifications & Experience
Job Description
Supply Chain Manager
Location: Goleta, CA
Work Setup:
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading all site logistics, inventory control, production planning, shipping, receiving, and material flow activities within the facility. This role oversees the coordination of materials and logistics operations to support manufacturing efficiency, customer delivery performance, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, along with expertise in material planning, logistics operations, inventory management, ERP systems, and Lean manufacturing methodologies. This position plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, improving material flow processes, and ensuring alignment between production, procurement, warehousing, and customer requirements.
Main Tasks
- Lead all site logistics, materials management, inventory control, production planning, receiving, warehousing, and shipping functions
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing methodologies throughout the supply chain and logistics operations
- Support inventory reduction initiatives while maintaining operational efficiency and customer delivery requirements
- Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Sales, Planning, Procurement, and Operations teams to optimize material flow and inventory strategies
- Ensure effective production planning and level loading to support inventory optimization and operational efficiency
- Develop and maintain PFEP (Plan for Every Part), replenishment strategies, and standardized material flow processes
- Monitor and drive key logistics KPIs including inventory turns, fill rate, on-time delivery, material variance, and overall supply chain performance
- Lead logistics and transportation support activities, including carrier-related concerns and transportation management processes
- Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and regulations related to forklifts, powered industrial trucks, and material handling equipment
- Lead and support material handling and warehouse process improvements
- Manage supervisors and team members within material planning, receiving, inventory management, and shipping departments
- Conduct hiring, coaching, performance management, and employee development activities
- Ensure proper processes are in place to manage non-conforming materials and corrective actions
- Ensure logistics and production planning activities are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with customer and supplier requirements
- Improve operational procedures and standardize processes to enhance efficiency and productivity
- Foster strong communication and collaboration across site leadership, support functions, and sales teams
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics, materials management, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment required
- Experience with inventory management, production planning, warehousing, and distribution operations
- Lean Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
- Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP preferred
- Strong understanding of material flow, inventory optimization, and supply chain processes
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead, mentor, and develop employees in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to forklifts, powered industrial equipment, and warehouse operations
- Ability to work in varying temperature conditions within a production facility
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and material handling activities
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed
- Competitive compensation package $110,000-$140,000 per year
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Career growth opportunities within a global manufacturing organization
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment
- Opportunity to drive operational improvements and make a direct business impact
Salary : $110,000 - $140,000