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Supply Chain & Logistics Manager
 Schneller LLC | |
 United States, Ohio, Kent | |
| 6019 Powder Mill Road (Show on map) | |
 Sep 25, 2026 | |
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Supply Chain & Logistics Manager
Position Summary Schneller is seeking a forward-thinking Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to lead procurement, materials, inventory, and warehousing operations in a complex manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving productivity, cost savings, supply continuity, and data integrity while building a high-performing team and leveraging ERP and MES systems to deliver measurable business results. The ideal candidate brings a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and strategic mindset-balancing hands-on execution with long-term planning to support profitable growth and operational excellence. What You'll Do * Lead and develop the Supply Chain team, including procurement, buyers, and materials personnel * Own sourcing, supplier management, purchasing, inventory control, and warehousing operations * Drive cost savings, productivity improvements, and inventory optimization initiatives * Negotiate supplier contracts and manage domestic and international supplier relationships * Mitigate supply chain risk and ensure uninterrupted material flow * Serve as process owner and subject matter expert for ERP and MES systems, ensuring data accuracy and system optimization * Establish and report on key supply chain and operations KPIs (on-time delivery, inventory turns, cost, productivity) * Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, IT, and Leadership * Support new product development through early supply chain involvement * Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, ISO standards, and trade regulations * Travel domestically and internationally up to 10-20% as needed What We're Looking For * 10+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including 5+ years in a management role * Experience in a manufacturing environment (high-mix, low-volume preferred) * 5+ years of ERP system management or implementation experience * Proven ability to lead change, improve processes, and deliver results through data * Strong negotiation, supplier development, and cross-functional leadership skills * Knowledge of trade laws: keeping up to date with customs regulations, trade restrictions, and export controls. * 5 years of experience leading, managing, and developing a high-performance team in a multi-site environment. * 3-5 years of experience in initiating and implementing change initiatives. Education & Credentials * Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, or related field (MBA a plus) * APICS CSCP, CPIM, CFPIM, or similar certification strongly preferred * Must meet U.S. export control authorization requirements (ITAR/EAR) | |