Matls Mgt - Supervisor, Supply Chain

Matls Mgt - Supervisor, Supply Chain

Core Supply Chain Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and implement materials management strategies aligned with organizational goals, including procurement, storage, distribution, and supply planning 
• Cross Functioning: Work with other departments to incorporate logistics with company procedures and operations
• Procurement Oversight: Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, components, and supplies, negotiating terms and resolving supply chain issues 
• Inventory Management: Maintain optimal inventory levels to prevent overstocking and shortages, using cycle counting, physical audits, and demand analysis to improve accuracy and reduce carrying costs 
• Warehouse & Distribution Control: Oversee receiving, put-away, storage organization, and outbound shipping to ensure materials and finished goods move efficiently to the right locations at the right time 
• Order Cycle Management: Control the order-to-delivery process, including purchase order processing, supplier invoicing, and shipment tracking 
• Data Analysis & Performance Monitoring: Analyze material usage, lead times, and cost data to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement 
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Liaise with production, planning, quality, and logistics teams to align material availability with production schedules .
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to health, safety, and regulatory standards in material handling and storage 
• Budget & Timeline Management: Manage departmental budgets and timelines to support supply chain objectives 
• Team Leadership: Supervise and train staff, develop SOPs, and foster a culture of safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement 

• Skills & Competencies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Understanding of JIT, lean, and inventory optimization principles 
• In essence, the Materials Management Supervisor acts as the operational backbone of the supply chain, ensuring materials are available when needed, stored efficiently, and delivered on time, while minimizing waste and cost.

• Qualifications
• Proven experience as logistics supervisor
• Solid understanding of logistics procedures
• Experience in directing and evaluating subordinates
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability in problem-solving and decision-making
• BSc/BA in business administration, supply chain management or equivalent
• Work Environment: This job role typically involves working in a warehouse(s) or a similar facility. Some travel might be required to visit vendors or other inter-company warehouses.

• Pay range: 

  We offer market competitive compensation. Potential salary range for this role is $70,000 - $80,000 annual salary.   Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.