What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Manager (S&OP) position at Relate Search?
Job Title: Supply Chain Manager S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning)
Location: Appleton, WI
What You’ll Do
Relate Search has partnered with a leading global manufacturing company in search of an experienced S&OP Manager to lead the Sales & Operations Planning process, and ensure supply chain capabilities are fully aligned with commercial strategies. This role is pivotal in facilitating cross-functional collaboration across sales, marketing, finance, operations, and supply chain to drive business objectives. You will provide strategic leadership, shape processes, influence decision-making, and inspire teams to achieve operational excellence and measurable results.
Responsibilities
• Lead the end-to-end S&OP process, ensuring alignment with regional and global strategies.
• Facilitate monthly S&OP meetings and provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, operations, and supply chain teams to balance demand and supply, optimize inventory, and meet service level agreements.
• Mentor and coach cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs), implement continuous improvement initiatives, and leverage analytics to drive operational performance.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field required; MBA or equivalent preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, or related roles.
• Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and driving measurable business results.
• Strong communication, influencing, and people leadership skills with a record of building high-performing teams.
Perks & Benefits
• Competitive compensation package
• Health benefits, PTO, and other standard perks
About Relate Search
Relate Search is a Woman, Minority, and LGBTQIA owned executive and professional search firm dedicated to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunity. With deep expertise across Supply Chain & Operations, Technology, Sales & Marketing, Human Resources, and Accounting & Finance, we deliver customized, people-first recruiting solutions that drive lasting impact.
Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement
Relate Search is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to building inclusive teams where everyone belongs. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.