Supply Chain Manager

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a PSupply Chain Manager for a client in the automotive industry, specializing in car manufacturing. This role is a direct-hire position based in Kings Mountain, NC that requires onsite presence. If you’re eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.

PURPOSE:

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all supply chain activities, including procurement, inventory management, material handling, and supplier relations. The role ensures optimal inventory levels, material availability, cost efficiency, and smooth coordination between purchasing, production, quality, and engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, organize, and manage purchasing, procurement, and inventory control activities.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to ensure material availability while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
• Oversee material identification, purchasing, receiving, storage, and material handling processes.
• Forecast future material and inventory requirements based on production needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Establish, implement, and maintain effective inventory control processes and systems.
• Ensure compliance with operational standards, procedures, and inventory management policies.
• Collaborate with the Quality department on supplier qualification, performance evaluations, and audits.
• Work closely with Engineering to assess the impact of product changes on purchasing requirements and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with Production Control and other departments to manage physical inventory and material availability.
• Analyze material usage reports and develop strategies for slow-moving and obsolete inventory.
• Prepare and maintain reports to monitor departmental performance and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate international procurement and overseas shipments to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Supervise, support, and develop supply chain and material management personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, procurement, purchasing, or inventory control.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience may be considered.