What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Supply Chain Manager position at Quanex?
Quanex is looking for Senior Supply Chain Manager to join our team located in Owatonna MN or Sioux Falls SD.
The Senior Supply Chain Manager will lead and oversee the materials and supply chain functions in a high-volume environment. This position will work closely with leadership to manage forecasting, planning and procurement of all purchased components, raw materials and finished products required for Operations across North America.
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About Quanex, A Part Of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.
The Senior Supply Chain Manager will lead and oversee the materials and supply chain functions in a high-volume environment. This position will work closely with leadership to manage forecasting, planning and procurement of all purchased components, raw materials and finished products required for Operations across North America.
We Offer You!
- Competitive Salary
- Bonus Potential
- 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
- 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Various Work Schedules
- Tuition support for degree and continuous education
- Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
- Supportive and collaborative culture
- Experience working within a complex, multi-cultural business environment.
- Tenured team of leaders and peers to provide support and training
- Lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process at the plant and regional level, ensuring integration into corporate planning and alignment with business objectives.
- Develop and implement strategic inventory management plans to achieve business commitments while balancing customer lead times and on-time delivery requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in inventory optimization, supplier performance, and cost reduction through lean methodologies and advanced analytics.
- Oversee SAP implementation and stabilization across business units, ensuring best practices and system utilization for supply chain excellence.
- Establish and monitor key performance metrics for inventory, supplier delivery, and working capital; provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Distribution, Customer Service, and Finance to resolve materials issues and improve processes.
- Lead multi-plant collaboration to identify synergies, share best practices, and optimize material resource utilization.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, programs, and management systems, maintaining accurate documentation and audit readiness.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in supply chain or materials management, including 5 years in a leadership role.
- APICS or similar certification strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic supply chain initiatives in a complex, multi-site environment.
About Quanex, A Part Of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000