Richards Building Supply Jobs in Usa

Position Summary

The Fencing Supply Group is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Supply Chain Program Manager – TREX to oversee and optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations.

This role encompasses three critical disciplines: Inventory Management (including forecasting, inventory optimization, and purchasing), Category Procurement/Sourcing Management, and Project Management. A distinguishing aspect of this position is the emphasis on relationship management—our key supplier partnership for this expanding vertical is a strategic relationship where the supplier is also a valued partner and, in many respects, a customer. This role requires a customer-service mindset applied to supplier engagement, ensuring that interactions are collaborative, responsive, and focused on mutual long-term success.

The ideal candidate will lead strategic sourcing initiatives for a specific category, manage inventory performance across our branch network, drive planning excellence by collaborating with SIOP, forecasting, inventory optimization/leveling and capacity planning. This individual will need to apply project management discipline to deliver cross-functional supply chain initiatives on time and within scope.

Critically, this person must possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to build and sustain high-trust relationships with strategic partners where the line between supplier and customer is intentionally blurred. This position requires 3–5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, strong analytical and system skills, and the ability to collaborate across functions to drive measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inventory Management, Forecasting & Purchasing

• Develop and execute strategies to optimize inventory levels across multiple product categories while balancing working capital, service levels, and cost.
• Partner with cross-functionally to track capital tied up in inventory and recommend initiatives to improve working capital efficiency.
• Monitor and manage key inventory performance metrics (turns, days on hand, obsolescence, write-offs) to achieve company targets.
• Ensure proper inventory controls, audits, and cycle counting processes are in place.
• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts to execute procurement and distribution planning for this growing product line.
• Lead capacity planning efforts to ensure supplier and logistics capabilities meet current and future demand.
• Oversee purchasing activities to ensure cost-effective sourcing and timely replenishment of materials.
• Coordinate deliveries to FSG branches to maintain proper inventory levels and support operational needs.
• Collaborate with branch leadership to forecast demand and address local inventory challenges.

2. Category Procurement, Sourcing & Supplier Relationship Management

• Develop and execute category strategies for key spend areas, including negotiation and contract management.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate supply risk.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships with a customer-service mindset, treating key supplier as valued partner. Drive performance through scorecards, business reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring interactions are responsive, collaborative, and focused on mutual success.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic supplier partner, ensuring a high level of service, responsiveness, and trust. Negotiate favorable terms, resolve delivery issues, and proactively communicate to strengthen the partnership.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and support Sales Staff to align sourcing strategies with business objectives and product requirements.
• Track and report on KPIs including cost savings, supplier performance, and contract compliance.
• Represent FSG as a partner of choice by maintaining excellent communication, reliability, and professionalism in all supplier interactions—ensuring suppliers view FSG as a preferred customer they want to prioritize.
• Champion a “supplier-as-customer” philosophy across the organization, ensuring that strategic partners receive the same level of service, attention, and respect that FSG provides to its own customers.

3. Project Management

• Lead and manage cross-functional supply chain projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Define project scope, timelines, milestones, resource requirements, and deliverables for supply chain initiatives.
• Apply project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Operations, Finance, IT, Sales) and external partners to drive project execution and remove roadblocks.
• Track project progress, manage risks and issues, and communicate status to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Lead projects to digitize and modernize supply chain workflows, including system implementations and process improvements.
• Manage change management efforts associated with new processes, tools, and systems.

4. Planning & S&OP

• Align with SIOP Lead to balance demand and supply effectively.
• Translate demand and sales plans into actionable supply plans to help optimize inventory while helping grow a new product line.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership regarding supply chain risks, opportunities, and trade-offs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain processes, systems, and analytics.

5. Data, Systems & Analytics

• Leverage Infor ERP for supply chain execution, data integrity, and planning accuracy.
• Develop and execute monthly purchases.
• Develop dashboards and reporting in Microsoft Power BI to track KPIs, forecast accuracy, and branch performance.
• Use advanced analytics to identify gaps, support decision-making, and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field required.
• Master’s degree or APICS/CSCP certification preferred.
• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with emphasis on inventory management, SIOP, forecasting, demand planning, and capacity planning.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects with defined scope, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
• Experience with purchasing and branch distribution support is highly preferred.
• Experience managing strategic supplier partnerships where relationship management and customer service principles are applied to supplier engagement.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Infor ERP and Microsoft Power BI (required)
• Advanced Excel/analytical tools for forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning
• Strong knowledge of supply chain metrics and financial levers impacting working capital
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, or similar).

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities and continuous improvement orientation.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent customer service orientation with the ability to build and maintain high-trust, long-term relationships with strategic partners and suppliers.
• Interpersonal maturity and emotional intelligence to navigate complex relationships where partners serve dual roles as both suppliers and customers.

WHO WE ARE

Whether in your home, office or out in your community, the walls that surround you must be safe, structurally sound, and sustainable. It’s our job to make that happen.

We were created by act of Congress in 1974 to be the nation’s authoritative source of findings and recommendations that impact and improve the built environment for the American people. At the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS), we connect research, policy, and practical application to advance innovation in the built environment. Our mission is to create a safer, more resilient, and technologically advanced infrastructure that serves American communities and strengthens our nation’s future.

Building American Innovation isn’t just our tagline - it’s our commitment. We foster collaboration between government, industry, and academia to drive forward-thinking strategies for resilient communities. Because at NIBS, we don’t just build structures, we build solutions.

SUMMARY

We are looking for a proactive Senior Associate, Building Science Knowledge Systems, who will support and help manage projects that strengthen the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) ability to assemble, store, and disseminate codes, standards, performance criteria, and best practices in the built environment. Our goal is to make knowledge easier to access and understand so that buildings are safer, more efficient, and more innovative. This role will own defined project workstreams and support multi-stakeholder projects to ensure alignment with client goals, scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards. The Senior Associate will coordinate with internal team members and subcontractors, contribute to clear communication and reporting, and help ensure effective knowledge transfer across the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of assigned projects and workstreams with emphasis on building technology and innovation.
• Draft and maintain project workplans and schedules for assigned projects and workstreams.
• Support defining and documenting project scope, deliverables, KPIs, and success criteria; maintain trackers and dashboards for performance reporting.
• Support budget, schedule, and resource management for assigned projects; assist with Estimate to Complete (ETC), forecasting, and status reporting; flag variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify, track, and help mitigate tasks, project risks, and client relationship risks; escalate issues as needed.
• Support quality assurance activities to help ensure deliverables meet client expectations and internal standards.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities across cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, researchers, IT specialists, and subcontractors.
• Support client communications by preparing meeting materials, notes, and regular status updates; participate in client calls as needed.
• Support knowledge management practices: maintain project files, ensure accessibility of content, capture lessons learned, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Support stakeholder engagement activities such as workshops, webinars, and technical meetings, including logistics, agendas, and follow-up.
• Monitor industry trends in digital codes & standards and AEC innovative solutions; share relevant insights and help apply best practices to project delivery.
• Surface resourcing, skill, and process gaps that may affect delivery and share recommendations with the project lead and senior leaders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by suggesting repeatable approaches, templates, and knowledge management practices; support change management activities as needed.
• Adhere to and support compliance with organizational standards, federal contracting norms, and relevant industry regulations.
• Self-manage workloads and proactively coordinate with supervisor and project lead on priorities, risks, and capacity.
• Support business development by contributing to proposal inputs, capturing client needs, and identifying organic growth opportunities through project-based relationships.
• Contribute to NIBS external presence by supporting presentations, drafting technical content, and participating in industry forums as appropriate.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

A security clearance is not required, however ability to be granted or to obtain at a minimum, an interim Secret security clearance during employment and then obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance throughout the period of employment, is strongly preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have direct report responsibilities. The Senior Associate may provide task-level guidance to internal team members and contracted staff within assigned workstreams.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in a STEM field, project management, or construction management, though a combination of equivalent education and professional experience will be considered. The position requires 1-3+ years of experience leading, supporting, or coordinating projects, with a preference for experience within the built environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to manage defined workstreams, track scope/schedule/budget inputs, and produce high-quality deliverables with appropriate guidance. Experience supporting federal government contracting and reporting requirements is preferred.

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency of project management methodologies (PMI, Agile, or equivalent).
• Proficiency with project management software, MS Office Suite, and project collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Power BI).
• Conceptual understanding or better in processes, tools, and data standards required to deploy Artificial Intelligence for the built environment and blockchain for the built environment.
• Ability to digest client needs into actionable steps, document steps, update schedules, and coordinate and direct team members and subcontractors in completing work.
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphical communication skills.
• Strong collaboration, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

NIBS is primarily a remote work environment. Position specific business needs will determine when individuals need to work in the office or on-site at a third party. For example, meetings with external and internal stakeholders can necessitate coming to the office. Staff can voluntarily choose to work in the office at any time. The physical demand of NIBS positions is typical of those in an office environment. Positions require frequent use of a computer to communicate both orally and in writing.

Estimated amount of travel, not including periodic trips to the office, is 5-10%.

BENEFITS

• NIBS offers a competitive salary and benefits package including fully paid health care premiums for medical, dental, and vision.
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of industry, government, and academia.
• Work alongside some of the most respected experts in the building sciences and technology fields, gaining insight into best practices across industry and government.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you are a great fit for this role, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to today!

WHO WE ARE

Whether in your home, office or out in your community, the walls that surround you must be safe, structurally sound, and sustainable. It’s our job to make that happen.

We were created by act of Congress in 1974 to be the nation’s authoritative source of findings and recommendations that impact and improve the built environment for the American people. At the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS), we connect research, policy, and practical application to advance innovation in the built environment. Our mission is to create a safer, more resilient, and technologically advanced infrastructure that serves American communities and strengthens our nation’s future.

Building American Innovation isn’t just our tagline - it’s our commitment. We foster collaboration between government, industry, and academia to drive forward-thinking strategies for resilient communities. Because at NIBS, we don’t just build structures, we build solutions.

SUMMARY

We are looking for a visionary Project Manager of Building Science Knowledge systems who will manage projects that support the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) ability to assemble, store, and disseminate codes, standards, performance criteria, and best practices in the built environment. Our goal is to make knowledge easier to access and understand so that buildings are safer, more efficient, and more innovative. This role will oversee multi-stakeholder projects ensuring alignment with client goals, scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards. The Project Manager will manage project team members, manage subcontractors, and ensure effective communication and knowledge transfer across the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of assigned projects with emphasis on building technology and innovation.
• Generate project workplans for assigned projects.
• Support defining and documenting project scope, deliverables, KPIs, and success criteria; implement control mechanisms for performance tracking.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources; Estimate to Complete (ETC), forecasting, and margin. Make recommendations for actions necessary to meet targets.
• Proactively identify, track, and mitigate tasks, project, and client relationship risks.
• Establish and enforce quality management frameworks, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed client expectations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, researchers, IT specialists, and subcontractors.
• Serve as primary client liaison, maintaining professional communication and transparent reporting.
• Oversee knowledge management practices: maintain project files, ensure accessibility of content, capture lessons learned, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Guide stakeholder engagement activities such as workshops, webinars, and technical meetings.
• Monitor industry trends in digital codes & standards, AEC innovative solutions and integrate best practices into project delivery.
• Inform senior leaders of gaps in skills needed for project delivery.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, recommending ways to establish systematic continuous improvement as able, knowledge management plans, and change management plans as needed to support successful delivery of assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, federal contracting norms, and relevant industry regulations.
• Self-manage workloads and proactively coordinate with supervisor on concerns related to workload.
• Support business development; identifying organic growth opportunities through project-based relationships.
• Demonstrate thought leadership and professional eminence by representing NIBS externally.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

A security clearance is not required, however ability to be granted or to obtain at a minimum, an interim Secret security clearance during employment and then obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance throughout the period of employment, is strongly preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will have supervisory and direct report responsibilities. This position will also have responsibility for oversight of contracted staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a STEAM field, project management, or construction management, though a combination of equivalent education and professional experience will be considered. The position requires 2 or more years of project management experience, with a preference for those who have managed projects specifically within the built environment. A proven track record of successfully overseeing project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk for high-profile initiatives is essential. Additionally, experience navigating federal government contracting and reporting requirements is highly preferred.

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency of project management methodologies (PMI, Agile, or equivalent).
• Proficiency with project management software, MS Office Suite, and project collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Power BI).
• Conceptual understanding or better in processes, tools, and data standards required to deploy Artificial Intelligence for the built environment and blockchain for the built environment.
• Ability to digest client needs into actionable steps, document steps, update schedules, and coordinate and direct team members and subcontractors in completing work.
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphical communication skills.
• Strong leadership, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

NIBS is primarily a remote work environment. Position specific business needs will determine when individuals need to work in the office or on-site at a third party. For example, meetings with external and internal stakeholders can necessitate coming to the office. Staff can voluntarily choose to work in the office at any time. The physical demand of NIBS positions is typical of those in an office environment. Positions require frequent use of a computer to communicate both orally and in writing.

Estimated amount of travel, not including periodic trips to the office, is 5%.

BENEFITS

• Opportunity to work at the intersection of industry, government, and academia.
• Work alongside some of the most respected experts in the building sciences and technology fields, gaining insight into best practices across industry and government.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• NIBS offers a competitive salary and benefits package including fully paid health care premiums for medical, dental, and vision.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you are a great fit for this role, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to today!

NOTE: This is a remote/hybrid work role with a mixed remote/office team with leadership located in Oklahoma.

THE COMPANY

Metal Building Industries designs, provides, and installs complex pre-engineered metal building systems (PEMBs) and structural steel for the commercial construction market across the country. With a positive reputation for delivering challenging projects on budget and on schedule coupled with our turn-key delivery model, we are experiencing significant growth in our requests for proposals. We need to expand our sales team to meet the demand. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow with a company, keep reading...

THE CONTEXT

PEMBs are a highly technical product that requires a level of engineering effort to generate an accurate proposal to secure project awards in a highly competitive market. In the past, we have relied on our production engineering team to support our sales efforts. With our recent, and expected future, growth, we are now looking to bring this engineering expertise directly into the sales team.

 We are looking for an experienced metal building engineer that enjoys solving difficult design problems (we don’t build boxes, check out our project gallery on our website) using the best tools available in the industry, all in a collaborative, challenging, and team-based sales process. This role reports directly to the CEO of the company, who is also the Sales Leader, and will be a key partner in enabling the continued growth and success of our business. If you are interested in being a part of a winning team and influencing the direction of a growing business, then this is the role for you.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Metal Building Engineer to serve as THE technical resource on our sales team. In this role, you will use your knowledge of metal building system design, with tools like Metal Building Software (MBS), RISA 3D, Enercalc and others, to develop accurate estimates, preliminary designs, and cost-effective solutions for pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB), steel structures, and related systems. You will create preliminary material takeoffs (using our internally-developed automated tools) and Excel summaries as part of a broader estimating effort (Hint: this is a team role and is very collaborative). Additionally, you will support our outside sales and business development activities with the generation of building concepts, schematic designs, and general technical guidance. Success in this role is defined as owning and delivering the technical aspects of our overall sales process.

(NOTE: This is a true engineering role, not a sales role. This role will not have to carry a sales quota.)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare accurate and competitive metal building preliminary designs, and material takeoffs using industry-standard software (e.g., Metal Building Software (MBS), Tekla Structures, RISA 3D, Enercalc, CFS, Bluebeam Revu, and Excel)
• Perform preliminary structural design and layout of pre-engineered metal building systems, including complex framing, hybrid structures, and conventional steel buildings
• Ensure all estimates and designs comply with current building codes, local regulations, wind/seismic loads, and company engineering standards
• Collaborate closely with MBI outside sales executives, customers, architects, engineers, and contractors to understand project requirements, provide technical recommendations, and offer value-engineering suggestions to optimize cost, performance, and constructability
• Serve as the technical subject matter expert during customer meetings, presentations, and site visits; explain product features, structural capabilities, material options, and system benefits clearly and persuasively
• Support the full sales cycle: respond to RFQs/RFPs, conduct technical discovery, deliver product demonstrations, prepare proposals, and assist in negotiations to close deals
• Review and interpret architectural/engineering drawings, specifications, and bid documents to develop tailored solutions
• Provide post-sale technical support to facilitate handing off the project to our operations teams for execution
• Stay current on industry trends, new products, building codes, and competitive offerings; contribute competitive intelligence to the team
• Collaborate with MBI’s Director of Engineering on internal best practices to improve the design, performance and efficiency of our tools and processes related to design and engineering tasks

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, with experience in the Structural discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification; SE is NOT required for this position
• 7+ years of engineering experience with 3+ years in metal building design
• Proficiency in metal building design software (MBS) required
• Familiarity with 3D tools such as Revit, Tekla, or SketchUp required
• Solid understanding of structural steel design principles, building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC), load calculations, and metal building components/systems

There has never been a more exciting time to join Request Foods. We’ve been selling products to many of the world’s leading food companies, retailers and restaurants for over 35 years. A privately owned and financially sound company, we do our best to run our business based on Christian values. Whether it’s cooking up great tasting food, assisting in customer support, providing quality and production leadership, or supporting administrative or technical activities, a career at Request Foods is a great opportunity. At Request, we’ve achieved success by treating our employees with integrity, trust and respect. If you’re passionate about food, and the people who help produce it, then Request Foods might just be for you.

The Senior Director of Supply Chain will lead end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution to drive profitable growth, operational excellence, and market expansion. This role calls for a proven supply chain leader with deep food industry experience, strong strategic and analytical skills, and a track record of building high-performing teams while optimizing complex supply networks across sourcing, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, inventory, and demand planning. The role reports directly to the President.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Instill a relationship-based, performance-driven leadership mindset across the Supply Chain organization, emphasizing critical thinking, accountability, and strong business acumen.

• Foster a center-of-excellence culture within supply chain operations by leading, coaching, and developing high-performing, action-oriented teams focused on continuous improvement.

• Inspire, develop, and empower Supply Chain, procurement, logistics and scheduling teams to achieve operational excellence and business success, supporting the company’s long-term growth objectives (2X top line by 2030).

• Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with company goals, customer requirements, and regulatory standards, encompassing sourcing, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, inventory management, and demand planning.

• Leverage data analytics, forecasting tools, and market intelligence to optimize supply chain performance, manage risk, improve service levels, control costs, and enhance scalability.

• Build strong partnerships with suppliers, co-manufacturers, logistics providers, and key internal stakeholders through regular business reviews, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across the supply chain to drive reliability, efficiency, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Quality, Operations, and R&D to ensure alignment between demand planning, production capacity, inventory strategies, and customer fulfillment requirements.

• Provide accurate supply chain forecasts, capacity plans, and risk assessments to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making and growth planning.

• Lead contract negotiations and supplier management processes, ensuring continuity of supply, quality compliance, and competitive cost structures.

• Partner with Sales to ensure supply chain readiness for new product development, commercialization, and scale-up, enabling innovative solutions that meet customer and market needs.

• Develop and implement processes, technologies, and systems (ERP, planning tools, automation, reporting) to enhance supply chain visibility, efficiency, and professionalism.

• Evolve the Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics and scheduling organizational structures to support future growth strategies, including talent development and succession planning.

• Design and implement leadership development and training programs for the Supply Chain organization in collaboration with corporate training resources.

• Advance integrated supply chain and sales strategies within the Cold Quest business unit, to support speed-to-market and operational agility.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree (MBA or MS in Supply Chain/Operations) is preferred. Professional certifications such as APICS/ASCM (CSCP, CPIM), Six Sigma, or PMP are a plus. Industry board or association involvement is encouraged.

• Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, operations, or logistics, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing complex, multi-functional teams.

• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing supply chain organizations.

• Strong strategic planning, financial acumen, analytical, and critical thinking skills to optimize cost, service, quality, and scalability.

• Demonstrated success in developing, executing and optimizing supply chain strategies, budgets, and capital plans in a competitive, regulated environment.

• Experience in food manufacturing, distribution, cold chain, and regulatory compliance is strongly preferred.

• Experience working with large-scale retailers, distributors, and co-manufacturers in the food sector.

• Proven track record supporting new product introductions, commercialization, and go-to-market readiness from a supply chain perspective.

• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Highly results-driven, resilient, and adaptable, with a passion for operational excellence in the food industry.

• Ability to navigate complexity and change in a fast-paced growth environment.

• This position will be based in Holland, MI, and is expected to be an onsite position, with the ability to travel as needed to suppliers, manufacturing sites, and industry events.

Benefits and Perks:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Wellbeing programs
• Immediate Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Profit Sharing

Bürkert USA seeks a Senior MRP / Supply Chain Manager to join our operations leadership team in Huntersville, NC. You will be responsible for steering the fulfillment strategies that support our ambitious growth as a fluidic control solution provider.

This critical role demands a visionary professional capable of tactically analyzing and supporting, while strategically expanding our entire supply chain ecosystem. The Manager will directly drive the expansion of US production capacity and volume, spearheading the creation of a dynamic and consistent supply chain. Your leadership is crucial in transforming the fulfillment process into a high-performing asset that supports our growth. Our goals for growth are accomplished by aggressively pioneering onshoring and local for local build-up initiatives, and therefore we are seeking a proven and driven, high energy executive with deep expertise in modern supply chain principles, rigorous LEAN methodologies, and a demonstrated track record of transforming supply chains, maximizing local production value add, all to prepare for our US organization and global growth targets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of supply chain professionals, including Material Resource Planning (MRP) Planners, Sourcing Specialists, Shipping, Receiving, Intralogistics, and Scheduling team members.
• Drive the strategic development and execution of Bürkert USA's supply chain, ensuring cohesion and alignment across our global value creation network of international factories and partners. Key focus areas include leveraging data for decision-making, tariff risk mitigation, and supporting local production build-up.
• Develop and manage inventory strategies (e.g., safety stock, re-order points) to optimize working capital and ensure product availability.
• Direct all logistics and distribution activities, including warehousing and transportation, to maximize efficiency and service levels.
• Lead the establishment of customer-focused supply chain requirements for new system and product developments. Collaborate closely with our Systemhaus Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to define critical sourcing and inventory strategies that ensure technical project success.
• Analyze and improve supply chain relevant material master data, identify potentials to increase customer service level (Sales Order Reliability)
• Participate in global SCM projects to improve logistics between international Burkert factories as well as global MRP strategies
• Work closely with other departments to analyze internal processes, define potentials for improvements and implement and document needed changes.
• Utilize and analyze supply chain KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement and drive corrective actions in alignment with the objective of creating net value and building a competitive infrastructure.
• Take the lead in developing and maturing our S&OP processes, collaborating with Sales and Marketing to generate accurate customer demand forecasts. This critical function involves translating those forecasts into a cohesive and financially sound material resource and strategic supply plan
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by driving LEAN methodologies throughout the supply chain.
• Partner with key Bürkert internal teams in Germany and leverage the global network to establish reliable material and service exchanges.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Manage budgets for the supply chain department and report on financial performance.
• Travel as necessary to key customers and suppliers domestically or internationally, including yearly to Bürkert factories internationally for collaboration, best practice sharing, and management of a consistent and high performing supply network.

Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the VP of Operations, Burkert USA and has an indirect reporting line to the Burkert HQ Head of Global Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, & Logistics in Germany.

Qualifications

• Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to develop and execute a long-term vision for the supply chain function.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex supply chain challenges.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP) and proficiency in supply chain management software.
• Analytical & Decision Skillset: Exceptional ability to translate complex MRP/ERP data into clear, actionable insights and strategic decisions. Proven competence in advanced quantitative analysis, scenario modeling, and driving optimal outcomes under uncertainty.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role.
• Certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of ERP systems, specifically, SAP, and proficiency in supply chain management software.

Supply Chain Specialist

JP Ecommerce Inc. (dba Bare Home) | Forest Lake/Columbus, MN

About Bare Home

We've been named one of Inc. 5000's top-ten fastest-growing Minnesota businesses for FOUR consecutive years. We're a $100M+ textile retailer experiencing 20-30% year-over-year growth, sourcing premium bedding globally from China, India, Pakistan, and Turkey while manufacturing our cotton line right here in the USA.

We sell across Amazon, Walmart, Target, our DTC channels, and international markets—and we're expanding operations from 110,000 to 220,000+ square feet. We're making significant investments in our supply chain and logistics team right now, growing from five to six team members.

This isn't corporate bureaucracy. We're 87 people who work exceptionally well together, tackle challenges as a team, and see the direct impact of our work every day.

The Role

We're looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our collaborative five-person (expanding to six) supply chain and logistics team. You'll work alongside experienced supply chain professionals, sharing responsibilities and learning the full scope of international e-commerce operations.

This is a team-based role—you won't be doing this alone. We cross-train, support each other when someone's out, and tackle projects collaboratively. Some days you'll focus on your core responsibilities, other days you'll jump in on sourcing projects or warehouse tracking initiatives. That's the nature of working in a small, agile company where flexibility and teamwork matter.

What You'll Work On (As Part of the Team)

Supply Chain Operations

• Support tracking of inbound containers from overseas vendors (China, India, Pakistan, Turkey)
• Assist with container optimization and shipment coordination
• Work with the team on buy decisions and inventory planning
• Help coordinate with overseas vendors on timing and logistics
• Contribute to forecasting and inventory level management across all channels

Data & Analytics

• Build and maintain Excel-based tracking systems for orders, containers, and SKUs
• Create reports and dashboards for inventory movement and supply chain performance
• Analyze data across multiple systems to identify trends and discrepancies
• Support the team with data analysis using VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, pivot tables, and complex formulas

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with warehouse operations on container flow and receiving schedules
• Partner with Buyers, Supply Analyst, and operations teams daily
• Coordinate with 3PL partners on logistics and inventory placement
• Jump in on ad-hoc projects—sourcing initiatives, system improvements, warehouse tracking

Learning & Growth

• Gain exposure to international sourcing, container logistics, and multi-channel fulfillment
• Learn from experienced supply chain professionals on the team
• Develop skills in forecasting, demand planning, and supply chain optimization
• Cross-train across different aspects of supply chain operations

What You Need

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, International Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Associate's degree with 3+ years of relevant supply chain experience will be considered
• Relevant certifications (APICS, Six Sigma, etc.) are a plus

Must-Haves

• Strong Excel skills: VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, pivot tables, complex formulas—you're comfortable working with large datasets
• 1-3 years of supply chain, logistics, or operations experience (or relevant internships)
• Analytical thinking: You can spot patterns, identify problems, and think through solutions
• Team player mentality: You collaborate well, communicate clearly, and support your teammates
• Adaptability: You're comfortable jumping between tasks and learning new things
• Positive attitude: Problems don't overwhelm you—you approach challenges with a can-do mindset

Highly Valued

• Experience with international logistics or container shipping
• Familiarity with Amazon FBA, Walmart, or Target fulfillment operations
• Background in e-commerce, retail, or consumer products
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems (SellerCloud, NetSuite, or similar)
• Prior exposure to sourcing or vendor management

What Makes This Opportunity Different

You're joining a strong team of five professionals who work collaboratively and support each other. You won't be thrown into the deep end alone—you'll have experienced teammates to learn from and a culture that values training and development.

We're at an inflection point with major expansion plans, Foreign Trade Zone certification in progress, and significant supply chain investments happening now. You'll gain broad exposure to international supply chain operations in a fast-growth environment where your contributions are visible and valued.

This is the kind of place where warehouse associates from five years ago now run departments. If you want to build a supply chain career with real growth potential, this is that opportunity.

The Team Culture

We work hard, move fast, and genuinely enjoy working together. Cross-functional collaboration isn't a buzzword here—it's how we operate daily. We face new challenges constantly and tackle them as a team. If you bring solutions, communicate directly, and care about the people around you, you'll fit right in.

Small company means no corporate silos, no endless approval chains, and direct access to leadership. Your ideas matter. Your voice is heard. Your work makes a difference.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $26-32/hour based on experience and skills
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Paid by the company Benefit at no cost to you: Short Term Disability, Life Insurance ($25K) with options to purchase more
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Real career advancement opportunities in a company growing 20-30% annually
• Learning and development in a collaborative team environment

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right next step in your supply chain career, we want to hear from you.

Want to stand out? Tell us about a supply chain challenge you've tackled or share an example of how you've used Excel to solve a problem.

We are only considering candidates who:

• Currently live in Minnesota or the immediate surrounding area
• Can reliably commute to our Forest Lake/Columbus location daily
• Are available for in-person interviews at our office

Learn more about us:

JP Ecommerce/Bare Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Company Description

Verdant Robotics' SharpShooter is an advanced precision application system that delivers unparalleled accuracy for weeding, thinning, and other essential crop applications. Designed to seamlessly integrate with existing agricultural practices, this technology ensures precise applications to crops and weeds of varying sizes without sacrificing efficiency. The SharpShooter enhances agricultural processes by reducing labor costs, minimizing chemical usage, and increasing crop yields, making it a trusted choice for leading specialty growers in the U.S., including conventional, organic, and no-till systems. Learn more at Description

We are hiring a hands-on Director of Supply Chain & Production to build and scale our end-to-end supply chain and manufacturing operations. This leader will own production execution—ensuring builds happen on schedule, materials arrive when needed, and customer and investor milestones are met without surprises.

You will drive disciplined production planning, enforce accountability across suppliers and internal teams, and remove blockers before they impact timelines. In a startup environment where resources are tight and priorities shift, you bring structure without slowing momentum. Execution matters here—meeting build schedules, delivering units on time, and scaling cleanly from prototype through volume production.

Our core technology empowers farmers to grow more profitable food. We use computer vision and artificial intelligence to understand every part of every plant at a massive scale -- and with automated robotics, we close the loop and act on that information in real-time. Together with our partners, we are building environmentally-friendly, sustainable, and highly productive farms.

We’re a technology company focused on delivering great customer service, an amazing product, and experience. We’re looking for can-do, roll up the sleeves Director strong on building culture.

Core Responsibilities

• Own the full supply chain lifecycle: sourcing, procurement, supplier development, planning, logistics, and cost control
• Lead production ramp from pilot builds to scalable manufacturing (internal and/or contract manufacturers)
• Own supplier quality and incoming inspection systems
• Define and execute contract manufacturing strategy
• Establish spare parts and field service supply architecture
• Partner with Finance to optimize working capital and inventory efficiency
• Lead make-vs-buy and capital equipment investment decisions
• Establish and manage production schedules aligned to company milestones + report out weekly to teams and Executive team; including Board of Directors.
• Negotiate and manage strategic supplier contracts (electronics, mechanical systems, long-lead components, capital equipment)
• Drive BOM cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives
• Implement production KPIs: throughput, yield, on-time delivery, inventory turns, and cost
• Identify supply risks early (capacity, geopolitical exposure, sole-source dependencies) and implement mitigation strategies
• Partner closely with Engineering on NPI, DFM, supplier qualification, and design-to-cost efforts
• Develop S&OP and demand planning processes appropriate for a scaling startup
• Stand up scalable systems (ERP/MRP, forecasting, reporting infrastructure)
• Recruit, develop, and lead a lean, high-performing supply chain and production team
• Develop operational processes for parts inventory, ordering, and supporting a dealer network.
• A focus on managing budget and forecast.

What Success Looks Like (First 12-18 Months)

• Production ramps cleanly to meet customer and board-level milestones
• Clear visibility into supply risk, cost structure, and capacity constraints; identify alternate solutions.
• Critical supplier contracts secured with favorable commercial and operational terms
• Improved production yield, cycle time, and on-time delivery
• Build processes to support a dealer network.
• A resilient supply base capable of supporting rapid growth
• A strong, accountable team in place that executes without constant oversight

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, operations, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in supply chain and/or production within EV, autonomy, robotics, automotive, or other complex hardware environments
• Proven experience scaling from NPI/prototype to volume manufacturing
• Demonstrated success negotiating multi-million-dollar supplier agreements
• Strong production execution background with a track record of delivering against aggressive timelines
• Experienced team builder who attracts, develops, and retains high-performing talent
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building systems from scratch
• Technical fluency to engage deeply with engineering and manufacturing teams
• Experience in a startup or VC-backed growth environment preferred
• Bias toward action and ownership; solves problems early and decisively
• Expertise in Production Planning and Manufacturing Operations.
• Proficiency in Supply Chain Management and inventory optimization techniques.
• Experience implementing process improvements, cost-reduction strategies, and maintaining quality standards in manufacturing.
• Experience in the agricultural technology sector or similar industries is preferred.

Salary Range: $185,000 - $225,000 base + Equity

Verdant reserves the ability to adjust the compensation range based on the final candidate's experience, skillset, and geography. In addition to on-target earnings, we offer equity grants, as every employee should have a stake in the company's growth. If you're above this compensation target, we encourage you to reach out and discuss the entire package and opportunity before deciding not to pursue this position.

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Verdant Robotics provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Join Our Team at LaClare Creamery!

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing operations and leading high-performing teams? LaClare Creamery is searching for a Supply Chain Manager to oversee and elevate our supply chain activities at our cheese plant in Malone, WI. This role is essential in ensuring our award-winning products reach customers efficiently and on time!

Why You’ll Love This Role

As our Supply Chain Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our operations – driving procurement, inventory, demand planning, and logistics. You’ll collaborate across departments, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and mentor a talented team to achieve company goals and exceed customer expectations.

Location: Malone, WI – role is 100% on site

Reports to: Director of Operations

What You’ll Do

• Oversee supply chain functions including inventory management, procurement, warehousing, and logistics.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize operations and reduce costs.
• Partner with sales to improve demand forecasting and resource planning.
• Manage vendor and 3PL relationships to ensure cost-effective, high-quality service.
• Drive continuous improvement projects and supply chain metrics like on-time delivery and inventory accuracy.
• Support production scheduling and ensure raw material purchasing aligns with production needs.

What We’re Looking For

We need a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings:

• 3+ years of supervisory/leadership experience, including performance management and team development.
• Proven ability to mentor and engage teams.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (data analysis, modeling, reporting) and familiarity with Power BI.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in executive-level decision-making.
• Background in global supply chain operations, including importing foreign goods.
• Expertise in demand planning and forecasting to optimize inventory and reduce costs.
• Experience in food manufacturing and knowledge of industry standards (preferred).
• Familiarity with Lean process improvement and project management methodologies (preferred).

Why Join LaClare Creamery?

• Be part of a growing, innovative company known for premium dairy products.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values integrity, accountability, and ownership.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• We offer competitive compensation & full benefits!

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Oversee the work of operations personnel which includes inventory management, production data entry, purchasing, customer service, warehouse, and shipping/receiving personnel.
• Oversee supply chain activities including inventory management, production data entry, warehousing, materials management, procurement and logistics.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize operations and reduce costs.
• Propose inventory transfers, capacity balancing and other solutions to ensure supply chain and customer objectives are met.
• Compute and maintain supply chain metrics such as on-time delivery rates, order fulfillment rates, inventory accuracy, and inventory turns.
• Ensure proper raw material purchasing occurs to support plan production schedules, balancing inventory levels with production needs.
• Act as point of contact with vendors and 3PL monitoring performance and ensuring high levels of service and cost effectiveness are maintained.
• Partner with the sales team to implement, maintain and improve our demand forecasting processing that allows for visibility to planning our future resource requirements.
• Provide production requirements for production departments for use in production scheduling.
• Support all strategic efforts to generate new sales and maintain the existing customer base.
• Assist in the development and formulation of long and short-term planning, policies, programs and objectives.
• Identify, communicate, and drive implementation of improvement projects.
• Follows all policies and procedures LaClare Creamery has implemented regarding food and personal safety to assist in maintaining a safe work environment and safe, quality products at all times.
• Lives the Mosaic Way while promoting our values and culture drivers.
• Other job duties as required and assigned.

Education, Experience & Attributes

• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain or business administration or 5 years’ equivalent experience in supply chain management is preferred.  Experience in the food or dairy industry is a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ supervisor/leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans for supply chain operations, including production planning, inventory management, and logistics. Proficient in forecasting demand and aligning supply chain activities to meet business objectives and customer requirements.
• Customer and personal service experience including knowledge of customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for service and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Strong project management skills preferred, with a proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Proficient in analyzing complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform strategic decision-making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point is required. Familiarity in using Inventory Management systems is preferred.
• Proven leadership – demonstrated success building and mentoring supply chain teams.
• Trustworthy, Ethical, Self-driven.
• Works effectively and relates well with others. Exhibits a professional manner, working to maintain constructive working relationships.

Role Overview

This is a senior, enterprise-scale leadership role responsible for architecting and transforming end-to-end supply chain planning from the ground up. The role owns enterprise planning, demand generation, and supply chain systems strategy, serving as the ultimate product and technology leader for planning capabilities.

The mandate includes modernizing and redesigning the digital planning ecosystem, upgrading online systems, and building a scalable, integrated supply chain infrastructure that seamlessly connects manufacturing operations and fabrication facilities (FABs).

This role combines long-term strategy creation with hands-on execution and requires deep technical fluency across supply chain architecture, planning systems, and manufacturing operations.

Core Responsibilities

Enterprise Planning & Demand Ownership

End-to-end ownership of:

• Demand planning and forecasting (market-driven and historical trend analysis)
• Inventory management and optimization
• Supply planning enablement
• Capacity planning aligned with manufacturing expansion
• Order orchestration and development
• Order fulfillment within a complex manufacturing environment

Develop high-quality demand signals by:

• Analyzing market trends, macro signals, and historical data
• Building predictive models to understand supply constraints
• Ensuring accurate forecasts to drive optimal inventory levels
• Aligning demand with what can be realistically manufactured

Sell only what can be built — with clear visibility into availability, lead times, and arrival timelines.

Supply Chain Architecture & System Modernization

• Redesign and modernize the end-to-end supply chain digital ecosystem
• Upgrade and enhance core online planning systems
• Architect planning systems and processes from scratch where required
• Build an internally connected supply chain linking:
• Manufacturing operations
• Fabrication facilities (FABs)
• Distribution and fulfillment networks
• Design scalable systems capable of supporting production volumes in the millions of microprocessing chips
• Develop multi-year technology roadmaps for enterprise planning
• Implement modern planning platforms, automation, AI/ML, and advanced analytics
• Drive ERP-integrated planning transformation and legacy system modernization
• Establish strong data governance and master data integrity

Manufacturing Expansion & Capacity Planning

• Support significant manufacturing footprint expansion, including new plant builds
• Assess how plant expansion impacts future capacity planning and supply constraints
• Develop factory start plans aligned with enterprise demand
• Enable scenario modeling to optimize factory efficiency and investment decisions
• Align planning outputs with long-term financial and operational strategy

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead and develop a team of 10–30+ professionals, including senior managers
• Operate as a “leader of leaders,” developing strong sub-leaders
• Define future skill requirements for modern planning organizations
• Establish structured approaches for upskilling and capability transformation
• Drive modernization of processes, governance, and DevSecOps capabilities

This is not a pure people-management role. The successful candidate must be technically credible and capable of challenging architectural decisions and influencing cross-functional technical direction.

Transformation & Change Management

• Lead enterprise-wide supply chain transformation initiatives
• Drive adoption of modern systems and new ways of working
• Act as the bridge between business, IT, operations, and manufacturing
• Ensure strong communication and training strategies across global teams