What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Manager position at Trillium Staffing Solutions?
Trillium Professional has a direct hire opportunity in White River Junction, VT for a Supply Chain Manager.
Relocation assistance is available for those candidates in the New England area. Annual salary is $110k/year.
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Develop and implement sourcing strategies to reduce inherent supply chain risks, with a strong hands-on focus on identifying, researching, qualifying, and onboarding new suppliers in compliance with AS9100 requirements.
-Define, implement, and report on supply chain performance metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); continuously evaluate internal and external factors impacting supply performance.
-Monitor supplier quality, delivery, and capacity performance; collaborate cross-functionally to assess supplier capabilities and qualify new sources as needed.
-Analyze current inventory levels, material flows, and procedures; develop and maintain accurate material and supply inventories to optimize production efficiency. This responsibility is expected to be executed directly rather than delegated.
-Develop, implement, and enforce policies and processes that improve overall supply chain efficiency while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
-Identify and manage shipping and transportation partners to ensure reliable, timely, and cost-effective logistics solutions.
-Evaluate material handling and shipping/receiving staffing needs; implement improvements to loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials.
-Lead negotiations with suppliers, vendors, and logistics providers on pricing, terms, and delivery commitments.
-Serve as an advisory member of the product development team, managing material-related deliverables within the ECN process to ensure smooth material availability and production flow.
-Perform other related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
-Provide leadership and direction for all procurement-related activities.
-Oversee daily workflow and scheduling for inventory control and shipping/receiving functions.
-Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations.
-Address and resolve employee performance issues in accordance with company policies.
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-Strong working knowledge of ERP and MRP systems.
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Proven interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders.
-Strong leadership and people-management capabilities.
-Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
-Ability to develop a deep understanding of products and manufacturing processes (training provided as needed).
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar business software.
-Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
-Minimum of three years of supervisory or managerial experience within a highly technical or manufacturing-focused organization required.
-Engineering degree is helpful but not required.
- -APICS CPIM certification preferred
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Salary : $110,000 - $115,000