Strategic Supply Chain Manager
Our client is a major energy industry service provider across North America. Their technology leadership, low employee turnover, and culture of excellence deliver industry-leading frac technology. They have consistently reinvested and expanded to grow the company, which is reflected in their earnings growth. With that growth comes an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role in supply chain for their new manufacturing division. The role is truly a strategic one in development of a strategy for identifying sourcing options, vendor management, contract development with 3rd party vendors, and managing the procurement and inventory for this new division for our client. The position will require to be located in Denver, CO, Houston TX or in the general area of Oklahoma City.
Qualifications & Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering or experience in a related field within manufacturing is critical.
· Extensive year experience in supply chain management within the manufacturing environment is required. Experience in supplier management, contract development and execution, production planning, inventory management, and procurement is highly desirable.
· Strong leadership and people management skills
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strategic mindset
· Strong negotiation skills and ability to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Indicators & Attributes for Success
· Effective & decisive decision-making skills
· Cultural awareness
· Business acumen
· Customer/Client focus
· Critical evaluation
· Positive attitude
· Organizational & prioritization skills
· Communication skills
· Empathy
· Accountability
· Ethical practice
· Patience
· Flexibility
· Must be sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill and the business needs
Primary Responsibilities
· Develop and execute our client’s supply chain strategies aligned with organization goals, driving continuous improvement, cost optimization, and operational excellence.
· Lead supplier selection, negotiation, contract execution/management, and performance management activities, fostering strategic partnerships, and ensuring supplier quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
· Work closely with Manufacturing Planning team focused on supply forecasting, production planning, inventory management, and distribution strategies to meet our client’s manufacturing demand while minimizing lead times, inventory carrying costs and supply chain risks.
· Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and streamlining supply chain process, leveraging technology, data analytics, and best practices to enhance efficiency and productivity.
· Proactively identify, assess and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier disruptions, inventory shortages through robust risk management strategies and contingency planning.
· Performance Metrics and Reporting
· Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally to facilitate smooth operations.
· Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Working Conditions/Environment
· Operates in a professional and/or business casual office environment.
· Routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptops, photocopiers/scanners, and smartphones.
· Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Salary & Benefits
Target Base Compensation Range: $145,000 – $185,000
Annual Cash Bonus – based on company performance – range estimate between $25,000 to $45,000
LTI - Restricted Stock units eligible
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, life and 401k matching.
