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• Design and implement automated workflows and AI agents for supply chain tasks.
• Conduct iterative testing and user acceptance testing with supply chain teams.
• Configure workflow logic, decision trees, automation sequences, and integration points for AI functionality.
• Develop hybrid solutions integrating analytics dashboards with AI workflows for process automation.
• Document workflow configurations, prompt patterns, and decisions in detail for non-technical user maintenance.

• Expertise in prompt engineering and AI platform management
• Proficiency in no-code/low-code workflow automation tools
• Deep understanding of AI agent training, context windows, model limitations, and hallucination mitigation.
• Basic technical understanding (APIs, data structures, integrations)

Grimco is a leader in the sign and graphics industry, operating multiple manufacturing plants and an extensive distribution hub network across the United States. We are committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement in our supply chain operations.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Supply Chain Intern to work on two strategic initiatives that will directly impact our operational efficiency and customer service levels. This internship offers hands-on experience with real-world supply chain challenges in a multi-plant manufacturing and distribution environment. You'll work closely with our supply chain leadership team and plant operations team to analyze current operations, research best practices, and develop actionable recommendations that will shape Grimco's future in manufacturing. The candidate will spend most of their time at the corporate office in Sunset Hills, Missouri and some time at our Owensville Manufacturing plant will be necessary.

Project - Finished Goods Inventory Optimization:

Analyze and develop an optimized inventory strategy for finished goods and raw materials across Grimco's multiple manufacturing locations and distribution hub network.

Key Objectives:

· Position finished goods inventory closer to customers for faster delivery

· Reduce overall inventory carrying costs

· Minimize freight expenses through strategic inventory placement

· Improve inventory turns while maintaining service levels

· Develop data-driven recommendations for inventory allocation across the network

Ultimate Goals:

Through this project, you'll contribute to achieving:

· Higher customer service levels and improved On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery

· Reduced inventory investment across the network

· Improved operational efficiency in manufacturing and distribution

· Enhanced profitability through coordinated planning across all operations

· Better visibility and control of production schedules

Required:

· Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or related field

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data analysis, modeling)

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

· Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

· Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Preferred:

· Coursework or experience in inventory management, production planning, or operations research

· Familiarity with ERP systems or production planning software

· Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.)

· Understanding of distribution network optimization concepts

· Knowledge of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles

What You'll Gain

· Real-world experience solving complex supply chain challenges

· Exposure to multi-site manufacturing and distribution operations

· Opportunity to influence strategic decision-making

· Mentorship from experienced supply chain professionals

· Understanding of how production planning and inventory management impact business performance

· Professional networking opportunities within the organization

Grimco is a national wholesale sign supply manufacturer and distributor with over 50 locations across North America. We focus on distributing quality products and providing excellent service to the sign industry. Our offering of sign supplies includes traffic signs, blanks, substrates, boards, digital print media, wrap films, sign vinyl, application tape, banner material and supplies, sign frames, banner stands, LEDs and electrical accessories, grand format solvent/UV/latex printers, inks, software and more.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship*

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Supply Chain Manager:

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Manager oversees end-to-end supply chain planning and supplier execution for Developlus across demand planning, supply planning, domestic and international sourcing, vendor onboarding and management, procurement coordination, inventory management, and planning systems support. This role is accountable for building disciplined, data-driven planning routines and supplier management practices that support rapid growth, increasing channel complexity, and an accelerating innovation pipeline. The role works closely with Packaging Engineering and cross-functional partners to source and qualify packaging and componentry for existing items and new launches. This role does not own master production planning and does not manage warehouse operations, transportation, or order fulfillment execution.

Core Mandate

• Operate a rigorous monthly cross-functional planning cadence that aligns demand, supply, inventory, and financial targets.
• Improve service and availability through better planning signals and supplier execution, while reducing excess inventory and obsolescence.
• Lead domestic and international sourcing for existing and new items, ensuring supplier readiness to support the innovation pipeline and ongoing supply.
• Coordinate packaging and component sourcing with Packaging Engineering to ensure technical feasibility, specifications readiness, and manufacturability before launch.
• Elevate data quality, planning discipline, and decision support using Sage X3 and standardized reporting.
• Create repeatable operating rhythms with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Quality, and Finance to proactively manage risks and tradeoffs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. End-to-End Planning and Execution Leadership

• Own planning and supplier execution performance across demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, domestic and international sourcing, vendor lifecycle management, and procurement coordination.
• Serve as the day-to-day integrator between Commercial teams, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Data to ensure one aligned plan and clear priorities.
• Translate business needs into planning actions, constraints, and decisions, escalating tradeoffs and risks with clear recommendations.

2. Sales and Operations Planning and Integrated Business Planning Support

• Lead the operating mechanics of the planning process, including calendar, templates, data preparation, and cross-functional inputs.
• Facilitate monthly demand review, supply and capacity review, and inventory and working capital review, ensuring decisions and actions are documented and tracked.
• Build scenarios and quantify tradeoffs across service, inventory, lead times, and cost, surfacing gaps and risks early.
• Maintain a single set of numbers and assumptions across Commercial, Operations, and Finance, and drive follow-through on actions.
• Ensure supplier constraints, international lead times, and sourcing risks are explicitly reflected in monthly plans and launch readiness reviews.

3. Supply Planning and Capacity Coordination (Non–Master Production Planning)

• Develop feasible supply plans by translating demand plans into material and capacity requirements in partnership with Manufacturing and Quality.
• Coordinate constraints, changeover considerations, and critical material availability with Operations to support on-time production and launch readiness.
• Maintain exception-based management for shortages, long-lead materials, and capacity conflicts, driving mitigation plans and escalation as needed.
• Support long-range capacity planning inputs with supplier and material lead time intelligence, including international sourcing lead times and capacity commitments.

4. Inventory and Working Capital Management

• Own inventory health across raw materials, components, work-in-process, and finished goods from a planning and policy perspective.
• Set and maintain planning policies, including segmentation, service targets, reorder parameters, and safety stock logic.
• Drive actions to improve inventory turns and reduce slow-moving and obsolete inventory through root-cause analysis and corrective plans.
• Partner with Finance on inventory valuation drivers, reserves, and working capital reporting.

5. Domestic and International Sourcing and Vendor Lifecycle Management

• Own the end-to-end vendor lifecycle for domestic and international suppliers: identification, evaluation, selection, negotiation support, onboarding, and ongoing performance management.
• Lead sourcing for existing items and new items required to support the innovation pipeline, including primary packaging, secondary packaging, components, and contract manufacturing inputs as applicable.
• Partner closely with Packaging Engineering to ensure technical requirements and specifications are captured, suppliers are technically qualified, and packaging is compatible with product and manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate with international sourcing and procurement partners to identify overseas supplier options, manage quotation and sampling cycles, and align on commercial terms.
• Drive negotiation preparation and execution for strategic suppliers, including pricing, terms, lead time commitments, minimum order quantities, tooling timelines, quality requirements, and escalation paths.
• Establish and govern vendor onboarding standards to ensure documentation, compliance expectations, quality requirements, and systems setup are complete before go-live.
• For international suppliers, coordinate import readiness inputs such as lead time assumptions, production windows, documentation requirements, and risk mitigation plans with internal stakeholders.
• Manage supplier performance through scorecards, corrective action discipline, and regular business reviews, improving delivery reliability, responsiveness, and quality.
• Build resilience through secondary sourcing plans, risk monitoring, and contingency playbooks for critical items and launch-critical components.

6. Procurement Coordination (with Purchasing)

• Partner with Purchasing to align sourcing decisions, purchase execution, and planning signals to prevent shortages and excess.
• Standardize supplier performance expectations and escalation routines in collaboration with Purchasing and Quality.
• Support contract compliance and supplier term standardization by ensuring purchase practices align with agreed terms.
• Provide planning and supplier readiness inputs to Purchasing for new item setup, vendor creation, and purchase order standards.

7. Systems, Data, and Planning Infrastructure (Sage X3)

• Own planning data integrity and planning parameter governance within Sage X3, including lead times, order policies, and item attributes.
• Partner with Information Technology and Finance to improve planning automation, exception reporting, and decision dashboards.
• Drive data governance for bills of materials, routings, lead times, and planning parameters in partnership with cross-functional owners.
• Ensure new item and new vendor master data readiness to support launch timelines and accurate planning signals.

8. Operating Rhythm, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement

• Establish weekly and monthly operating rhythms to manage risks, shortages, supplier performance, inventory health, and launch readiness.
• Create clear reporting on plan adherence, supplier performance, inventory drivers, sourcing progress for new items, and key risks for leadership review.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce expedite cost, improve planning accuracy, shorten supplier lead times, and improve supplier reliability.
• Document and standardize sourcing and onboarding playbooks so launches and supplier changes become repeatable and scalable.

Key Performance Indicators and Outcomes

• Forecast accuracy by channel and brand
• Service level and fill performance outcomes driven by planning and supplier execution
• Inventory turns and inventory dollars
• Slow-moving and obsolete inventory reduction
• Shortage incidence and expedite cost reduction
• Supplier on-time and complete delivery performance
• Supplier quality performance, including defect rate and corrective action closure
• Domestic and international sourcing cycle time for new items, including time from request to supplier selection and readiness
• Vendor onboarding cycle time and onboarding quality, including documentation completeness and systems readiness
• Purchase price and terms improvement versus baseline
• Secondary source coverage for critical materials and launch-critical components
• Planning master data accuracy in Sage X3

Qualifications

Required

• Seven to ten plus years of experience in supply chain planning, sourcing, procurement coordination, or inventory management in consumer products or manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience running cross-functional planning routines and aligning demand, supply, and inventory
• Experience with domestic and international sourcing, including supplier selection, negotiation support, onboarding, and supplier performance management
• Ability to coordinate packaging and component sourcing with Packaging Engineering and cross-functional partners to support new item launches
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning systems; Sage X3 experience strongly preferred
• Advanced analytical skills and strong Excel capability; able to translate data into clear insights and actions
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Quality, Product Development, and Finance
• Structured problem-solving mindset with a track record of driving measurable improvements

Preferred

• Experience in beauty, personal care, or fast-moving consumer goods
• Experience supporting innovation launches and new item introductions
• Professional certifications in supply chain or operations
• Experience with continuous improvement methods such as Lean or Six Sigma

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Marketing & Administrative Assistant to support the marketing and operational needs of our Supply Chain Services division. This role focuses on coordination, execution, and administrative support to ensure marketing initiatives and internal projects are delivered accurately and on time.

This position works closely with corporate marketing, sales teams, and supply chain leadership in a fast-paced B2B environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Supply Chain Services leadership team
• Coordinate marketing projects, timelines, and internal communications
• Assist with email campaigns, newsletters, and CRM updates
• Prepare presentations, customer-facing materials, and sales support collateral
• Maintain organized marketing assets, contact lists, and reporting trackers
• Support trade show and customer event coordination
• Track budgets, invoices, and marketing expenses

Qualifications:

• 2–4 years of experience in administrative support or marketing coordination (B2B preferred)
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Experience with CRM and email marketing platforms preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation + benefits
• Opportunity to support a growing, high-impact division
• Collaborative team environment with cross-functional exposure

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Travel: Limited (up to 10%)

Company Description

DXP Enterprises, Inc. is a publicly traded industrial distribution management company specializing in pumps, industrial supplies, and MROP (Maintenance, Repair, Operating and Production) solutions. With operations across various industries including manufacturing, energy, oil & gas, and mining, DXP delivers customized, high-quality solutions. Through Innovative Pumping Solutions (IPS), Supply Chain Services, and MROP Products & Services, DXP combines cutting-edge technology, extensive industry training, and a commitment to excellence. Learn more about us by visiting our career page: DXP Careers.

Supply Chain Specialist (Office)

Akron, Ohio - Brecksville

$60,000 - $80,000 + Overtime + 401(k)+ PTO + Management Training + Career Progression + Great Company Package

Are you a Supply Chain professional ready to step into a supervisory role with a billion-dollar manufacturer offering clear career progression, structured development, and real long-term growth?

On offer is a highly autonomous position that will allow you to utilize your technical knowledge and SCM experience, whilst being given on the job training on management to improve your skillset and shape you as a task expert!

This organization is entering a significant phase of strategic growth and investment, expanding its Supply Chain and Logistics function to support increased demand across multiple networks.

As part of this expansion, they are seeking a high-caliber logistics professional to take ownership of critical logistics operations within a complex, fast-moving environment. You will play a key role in optimizing network performance, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring seamless coordination across systems.

The position requires strong logistics experience, advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and hands-on SAP expertise to manage data, reporting, and cross-functional workflows at scale.

This opportunity is ideally suited to an ambitious Supply Chain Specialist ready to step into a more influential role within a highly successful, growth-focused organization that prioritizes internal progression, leadership development, and long-term career advancement.

The Role:

• Leading and optimizing SCM operations to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Analyzing data, working with ERP software and Microsoft Excel
• Managing and coordinating transportation, warehousing, and inventory activities from an office.

The Person:

• Organized individual with Proven experience working within logistics and data
• Proficiency in logistics software and tools.
• Office based logistics background

Supply Chain Business Manager / Contract, 1-year, extendable, W2 only / Tualatin, OR, Hybrid (3 days per week onsite), candidates must be local

Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule and monitor the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required materials purchases.
• Obtain materials using engineering and production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levels (i.e., Just in Time purchases, use of EOQ - Economic Order Quantities).
• Resolve discrepancies.
• Create and maintain bill of materials and parts/commodities numbers in supply chain management or other enterprise-wide systems.
• Ensure material standards are met and non-conformances or variances are approved and/or minimized.
• Develop specifications for new contract orders.
• Gather quotations, examine bids and make awards.
• Monitor cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality at best value.
• Evaluate vendor reliability and develop new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are no longer competitive.

Senior Director of Supply Chain

About the Role

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role within a successful and growing organization. Dimora Brands continues to expand its footprint, product offerings, and operational capabilities, creating meaningful opportunities for leaders who want to make a lasting impact.

The Senior Director of Supply Chain will lead high-performing teams across a dynamic, multi-site network while operating within a flexible hybrid work environment. This role offers the ability to directly influence strategy, drive measurable operational improvements, and implement transformative change across the company. For an ambitious supply chain leader, this position provides significant executive exposure, cross-functional influence, and clear opportunities for continued advancement within a thriving organization.

About Dimora Brands

Dimora Brands is the parent company of industry-leading brands including Hardware Resources, Top Knobs, Wolf Home Products, Atlas Homewares, and Task Lighting. Across our portfolio, we design, engineer, manufacture, and distribute decorative and functional hardware, cabinet organizers, cabinets, wood products, and LED lighting solutions.

We proudly stock over 24,000 SKUs and ship same-day from strategically located distribution centers nationwide. Our success is driven by operational excellence, hard work, and a strong commitment to serving manufacturing, showroom, wholesale, retail, and e-commerce customers. At Dimora Brands, we foster a high-performance, team-oriented culture where leaders are empowered to build, innovate, and drive meaningful impact.

Position Summary

The Senior Director of Supply Chain is responsible for the strategic direction, performance, and continuous improvement of all end-to-end supply chain functions including:

• Logistics and Transportation
• Purchasing and Supplier Management
• Inventory Control and Optimization
• Quality Across the Global Supply Chain

This leader ensures alignment across Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Talent while driving standardized processes, strong financial performance, and best-in-class customer service across the enterprise. The role functions as a change agent and senior leadership partner, leading cross-functional initiatives that support company growth, scalability, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership across global logistics, transportation, inventory, and quality functions.
• Lead and develop functional teams.
• Serve as escalation point for supply chain and service performance risks.
• Align supply chain strategy with company growth, product roadmap, and customer service objectives.

Logistics & Transportation Strategy

• Direct and optimize global inbound freight, domestic distribution, and outbound customer shipments.
• Oversee carrier strategy, contract negotiations, and freight cost optimization across all modes (parcel, LTL, TL, OTR, ocean).
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, tariffs, and customs documentation.
• Lead logistics planning for DC start-ups, network expansions, and growth initiatives.
• Develop and manage freight budgets, cost controls, and variance reporting processes.

Purchasing & Supplier Strategy

• Develop and execute enterprise purchasing strategies aligned to cost, service, and inventory targets.
• Lead supplier relationship management, negotiations, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Partner with Product Management and Sales to align buying strategies with demand and product lifecycle planning.
• Monitor demand forecasts, market trends, and supply risks to support business continuity.
• Lead and develop purchasing teams and vendor performance programs.

Inventory & Network Optimization

• Establish network inventory strategy including safety stock models, turns improvement, and working capital optimization.
• Drive network balancing strategies across distribution centers.
• Implement systems, analytics, and reporting tools to improve inventory visibility and accuracy.
• Partner with Finance to optimize inventory investment and cost structure.

Quality & Supply Chain Integrity

• Lead enterprise quality strategy across suppliers, internal operations, and customer delivery.
• Oversee supplier quality performance, defect reduction programs, and cost recovery processes.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies.
• Partner with Product Management, Purchasing, and Operations to prevent recurring quality issues.
• Establish quality metrics, reporting, and governance processes.

Financial & Performance Accountability

• Own supply chain operating budgets including freight, inventory, procurement, and network costs
• Establish enterprise KPI scorecards covering:
• Quality
• Service / Delivery
• Cost
• Inventory Performance
• Talent Development
• Identify performance gaps and lead corrective action with urgency and accountability.

Scope

• Manages all carrier relationships and negotiations
• Responsible for all transportation (LTL, TL, Parcel, Ocean Freight, Intermodal, Drayage, Customs)
• Accountable for Purchasing across all business units, Domestic and International
• Reports directly to the COO

Talent & Organizational Leadership

• Build and sustain a high-performance, accountability-driven culture.
• Develop leadership pipelines and succession plans across supply chain functions.
• Coach and mentor functional and site leaders.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across Operations, Sales, Finance, Customer Service, Product Management, and Executive Leadership.

What Success Looks Like

• Fully integrated, high-performing end-to-end supply chain.
• Industry-leading service levels and customer satisfaction.
• Reduced landed cost and optimized working capital.
• Strong supplier performance and reduced quality defects.
• Standardized processes and scalable systems supporting growth.
• Engaged teams with strong leadership bench strength.

Qualifications

Experience

• 10+ years progressive leadership experience across supply chain, logistics, procurement, and operations.
• 5+ years leading global end-to-end supply chain.
• Strong background in carrier negotiations, inbound ocean freight, and domestic distribution.
• Demonstrated success leading Demand Planning and SIOP
• Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or structured problem-solving methodologies preferred.
• Proven success managing large budgets and cost optimization programs.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field required.
• MBA or advanced degree, preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Senior leadership presence and change leadership capability
• Deep end-to-end supply chain expertise
• Strong financial and analytical acumen
• Advanced data-driven decision-making capability
• Lead by example work ethic
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead in fast-paced, multi-site, high-growth environments

Additional Information

• Based at a Dimora Brands location (Dallas, Bossier, or Branchburg preferred).
• Minimal (10-15%) domestic travel required.
• Must conduct all company affairs in a professional and ethical manner.
• Post-offer background check and drug screen required.

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.

Martinrea is a diversified global automotive supplier engaged in the design, development and manufacturing of metal parts, assemblies and modules, complex fluid management systems and aluminum products. We employ approximately 15,000 skilled and motivated people at manufacturing, engineering and technical centers in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and China. Our business strategy leverages world-class technologies, motivated and talented people, and high-quality products.

Our Mission is to make people's lives better by:

• Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers.
• Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people.
• Being positive contributors to our communities; and,
• Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders.

Our strength is our people

We invite you to follow your dreams and explore a challenging and rewarding career at Martinrea Automotive Structures, Inc., in Tupelo, MS

Job Summary:

• Responsible for plant Procurement and Supply Chain Operations including Production Scheduling, Material Planning, Procurement, Inventory Management, Capacity Management, Shipping & Receiving, Tool Crib (MRO + Spares), Delivery Performance and Customer Service, and overall Material Flow.

Essential Functions:

• Follow all work and safety instructions for all assigned operations
• Develop and Execute Strategies for meeting Supply Chain Operations KPIs including but not limited to; Cost Reductions, On Time Delivery, Inventory Reduction & Freight in accordance with Business Unit Targets
• Meet Corporate Targets and Initiatives related to Inventory Optimization (both Production and MRO)
• Ensure Compliance with Customer Systems and Portals
• Support and Lead MMOG/IATF Requirements
• Develop and Execute Strategies for Purchasing KPIs including but not limited to Cost Savings, Payment Terms, and Supplier Inventory on Consignment Programs in accordance with Business Unit Targets
• Implement and Lead Corporate Purchasing Initiatives (Xeeva, KSA Adoption, OPEX, CRMS, Roadmaps, etc.)
• Negotiate favorable supply contracts with key suppliers
• Responsible for sourcing & resourcing activity within the plant and presenting to Division level for approval
• Lead Materials/Purchasing Related Launch Activities to support new business awards as required
• Ability to Provide Input to and Execute Commodity and Supplier Strategies
• Maintain supplier rating system continuously evaluating supplier's delivery and quality performance
• Work with under-performing suppliers to improve, or locate alternate supplier
• Develop Actions to Achieve & Maintain Absolute Accuracy targets and achieve Net Accuracy on Inventory Cycle Counts and Physical Inventory Activities
• Mentor other personnel in the department and assist in their development
• Communicate with all areas of the plant to ensure the needs of the company are being fulfilled through purchasing
• Ensure New Business Supplier Product Launches on time, on cost, on specification
• Ability to Manage a Team of People and Delegate Tasks based on roles, responsibilities and workload
• Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to the following: Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human Resources policies, and the Martinrea Employee Handbook

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Post-Secondary Diploma preferred in the following:
• Supply Chain Management
• Business Administration
• 5+ Years Experience in a related manufacturing or logistics management role
• Experience with ERP/MRP Systems (Epicor CMS an asset)
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience negotiating complex contracts with suppliers
• Fluent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.)
• Travel required

Benefits:

• Work in a great team environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Safety Shoes and Prescription Glasses Reimbursement
• Supplier discounts
• Training opportunities

Job Type: Full time

Job Title: Head Of Customer Supply Chain & Logistics Americas

Location: New York

Company: VidaCorp

Department: Supply Chain

Reports To: EVP - Americas

MCoBeauty Expands Across the US, with a New Office in the Heart of NYC!

MCoBeauty, one of Australia’s largest beauty brands, has officially launched in the United States and is rapidly scaling across major mass retail channels. With our US headquarters in Rockefeller Center, NYC, we are accelerating distribution nationwide — bringing high-quality, affordable beauty to leading retailers.

As we continue to expand across the US mass market landscape, we are seeking a commercially minded supply chain leader to drive customer excellence, distribution efficiency, and operational performance.

Position Overview

We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused Head of Customer Supply Chain & Logistics – Americas with deep expertise in mass market retail distribution and a strong understanding of beauty and FMCG supply chain dynamics.

This role will lead the end-to-end US customer supply chain, with a sharp focus on:

• Driving distribution efficiency through a high-performing 3PL partnership
• Championing best-in-class inventory management
• Delivering In Full, On Time (DIFOT/OTIF) performance
• Optimising the stock-to-cash cycle
• Enabling scalable growth across national retail accounts

You will lead a team of customer supply chain managers and coordinators and serve as the critical link between retail partners, commercial teams, and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

Mass Market Customer Supply Chain Leadership

• Own the end-to-end customer supply chain strategy across major US mass retail accounts.
• Ensure operational readiness to support rapid SKU expansion, promotional cycles, and new distribution points.
• Drive flawless execution across replenishment, allocation, and compliance requirements specific to mass retail.

3PL & Distribution Excellence

• Lead and optimise performance of our US 3PL partner(s), driving:
• Distribution centre efficiency
• Order accuracy
• Service level performance (OTIF/IFOT)
• Cost-to-serve improvements
• Establish KPIs and governance cadence with 3PL to continuously improve throughput, accuracy, and responsiveness.
• Identify opportunities to improve network efficiency and reduce freight and handling costs.

Inventory Management & Working Capital Optimisation

• Champion inventory health across the US network, balancing availability with cash efficiency.
• Improve forecasting alignment with commercial teams to reduce excess, obsolescence, and stock-outs.
• Drive improvements in the stock-to-cash cycle, including:
• Faster sell-in execution
• Inventory turn improvements
• Reduction in aged stock
• Optimised safety stock settings

Operational Performance & Service

• Deliver best-in-class In Full, On Time performance across all retail customers.
• Partner closely with Sales, Trade Marketing, and Finance to support launches, promotions, and seasonal peaks.
• Build proactive replenishment and allocation strategies to support retail growth targets.

Data & Continuous Improvement

• Leverage data analytics to monitor KPIs including:
• Fill rate
• Inventory turns
• Forecast accuracy
• Cost per unit shipped
• Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO)
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, enhance service levels, and reduce costs using Lean methodologies.

Risk & Scalability

• Identify supply chain risks across imports, distribution, and retail compliance.
• Build scalable systems and processes to support accelerated North America growth.
• Ensure agility to respond to retail demand fluctuations, new store rollouts, and market expansion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain management within the CPG (Mass) industry. Beauty (Cosmetics, Skincare) Industry preferred.
• Proven track record of managing customer facing supply chain, confidence in front of US leading Mass Retailers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in supply chain software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer:

We offer more than just a job – we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a real impact. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, drive meaningful change, and grow both personally and professionally.

• Health insurance - medical, vision, dental
• 401(k) - 4% match
• 20 days PTO
• A values-driven business fostering a supportive and friendly team culture
• The ability to work autonomously, empowering you to drive your own success
• Convenient head office location - Rockefeller Center
• Opportunities to grow your career globally across all divisions within DBG Health

About DBG Health & VidaCorp

DBG Health, Australia's largest independent health, wellness, and beauty company, is headquartered in Melbourne and supported by a team of over 1,000 dedicated professionals. We are committed to delivering affordable and innovative solutions that enhance customer well-being.

As a prominent player in pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, beauty, health, and wellness, DBG Health is now poised for significant global expansion. Our efforts to enter new markets underscore our dedication to broadening our reach and impact. This strategic growth reinforces our position as a global leader in our industry and highlights our commitment to providing innovative and accessible solutions worldwide.

DBG Health is committed to fostering a workplace culture that is safe, diverse, inclusive, and accessible for everyone. As a global employer, we aspire to build a workplace to reflect the diverse communities we serve around the world. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and we welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. We strive to build a collaborative and inclusive environments, where employees feel supported, respected and empowered to succeed.

Should you require reasonable adjustments through the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We will collaborate closely with you to meet your needs and provide appropriate support.

Supply Chain Planning Manager

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

True Religion is an urban casual lifestyle brand focused on high-quality denim, activewear, accessories, and more—for men, women, and kids. Founded in 2002, we shook up the Los Angeles denim scene by re-engineering the classic five-pocket jean with our signature Super T Stitch and iconic horseshoe detailing—now synonymous with bold, unapologetic style and the True Religion legacy. Driven by a relentless commitment to craftsmanship, we design with one goal in mind: to stand out from the crowd. We don’t just create denim—we give it attitude, authenticity, and individuality.

THE PURPOSE:

The Supply Chain Planning Manager supports the Logistics & Operations team by ensuring that inbound and outbound operations are balanced and DC/3PL operations are optimized. This role plays a key part in keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly by enabling data-driven decision-making and minimizing errors across logistics workflows, collaborating with procurement, planning, customer service, sales and the DC operations.

THE ROLE (what you are accountable for)

Supply & Demand Planning

• Develop and maintain supply and demand plans to align inventory levels with forecasted customer needs
• Monitor demand trends and adjust plans to mitigate risks related to inventory shortages or overstock
• Analyze historical data and market insights to improve forecast accuracy
• Align supply plans with warehouse capacity, supplier lead times, and operational constraints

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with procurement, production, logistics, warehouse, and sales teams to ensure smooth product flow
• Identify and resolve operational and data discrepancies across supply chain functions
• Support vendor and supplier relationship management and performance tracking

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track and report on key supply chain KPIs including inventory health, forecast accuracy, freight activity, and operational efficiency
• Generate recurring and ad-hoc reports to support leadership decision-making
• Provide actionable recommendations to improve supply chain performance

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Identify potential supply chain risks and support mitigation planning
• Contribute to operational initiatives aimed at reducing costs, improving lead times, and enhancing service levels
• Support continuous improvement efforts across logistics and planning processes

Data & Systems Management

• Maintain accurate supply chain, logistics, and inventory data across internal systems
• Track inbound and outbound shipments to ensure accuracy and documentation integrity
• Support freight tracking and basic analytics to identify discrepancies and trends
• Partner with IT and analytics teams to improve planning tools and data visibility

YOU ARE: You are highly detail-oriented and take pride in maintaining accurate, reliable data. You are organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced. You enjoy working independently while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and you communicate clearly and professionally. You are curious about supply chain operations and understand how clean data supports inventory flow, on-time delivery, and business decisions. You have an interest in the apparel industry and are motivated to learn how products move from production through distribution.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• 5–7 years of experience in supply chain planning, logistics, or operations support
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and data analysis tools
• Experience analyzing supply chain data such as inventory levels, transportation metrics, and distribution performance
• Familiarity with ERP, WMS, and TMS systems; experience with platforms such as Manhattan or Full Circle preferred
• Working knowledge of international shipping terms and Incoterms

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in apparel or consumer goods supply chain environments.
• Exposure to inventory management processes, including stock reconciliation and variance analysis.
• Ability to analyze logistics and freight data, identify discrepancies, and escalate issues as needed.
• Experience using reporting and data visualization tools to support operational decision-making.

ADDITIONAL ROLE INFORMATION:

• Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this role is $100,000 – $115,000. This is a full-time, exempt position. This range represents the low and high ends of the expected base salary range for this role based on the applicable location. True Religion reasonably expects to pay within this range in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity.
• Perks: We offer a mix of benefits and perks to support our employees at work and beyond, including health benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, merchandise discounts, commuter benefits, wellness & employee assistance programs, and more.
• Work Model: This role is on-site at our Fontana Distribution Facility and follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of in-office presence on designated days to support collaboration and business needs.
• Employment Eligibility: Employment with True Religion is contingent upon meeting applicable employment eligibility requirements.

True Religion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Applicable law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require accommodation, and we will make appropriate arrangements.

In connection with your application and candidacy, True Religion may collect personal information such as your name, contact information, education history, and professional or employment background, as permitted by applicable law. Certain additional information (such as identification or payroll-related information) may be collected after an offer of employment is made or as required for onboarding, employment eligibility verification, or benefits administration. For more information about how we collect, use, and protect personal information, please review our Privacy Policy at California residents may review additional disclosures at

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we are the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we're looking for talented people who want to help.

You will join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain and procurement specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You will collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for availability, safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.

AWS provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Service (AIS) organization works to deliver cutting-edge solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth!

The AIS Power & Cooling team is looking for a results-oriented individual to own New Production Introduction (NPI) and sourcing management for Liquid Cooling Data Center Power & Cooling Equipment. Our NPI Sourcing Managers are experts in their industries who deliver the sourcing and supply chain strategies that helps drive the explosive growth of AWS.

As a member of the Power and Cooling Supply Chain and Procurement Team, you will manage the global New Product Introduction Program Management for one or more of the categories that reside within the Liquid Cooling equipment space supporting AWS Data Center build projects. This role has an important role in ensuring that their respective equipment and suppliers meet the technical and commercial specifications necessary for AWS to satisfy its supplier quality, capacity delivery, and engineering customers' needs.

This position is located in Austin TX.

Key job responsibilitiesWork cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Quality Engineering, Finance, Sourcing/Supply-chain, Legal, Technical Program Management teams to qualify new products or new designs of existing equipment

Drive product from NPI to global scale while mitigating potential supply risks and cost uplifts

Develop Scope of Work (SOW) for new initiatives and clearly define milestones

Develop, implement, and manage supply chain scaling strategies on a global scale

Drive the strategic aspects of large complex cross-functional projects

Drive innovation through the supply chain and influence industry practices

Develop analytical reports to deliver information to business partners and stakeholders that support improved decision making

Be a subject matter expert for the customers, technologies, and markets in which you engage

Manage cross-functional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals

Identify and drive realization of opportunities for sustainable, scalable, relative advantage in your category

Requires travel up to 15% of the year

About the teamWhy AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Diverse ExperiencesAmazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship and Career GrowthWe're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. - 2+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience

• 6+ years of related industry experience
• 8+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company
• Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation- Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies
• Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction
• Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners
• Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at , TX, Austin - 147,9 ,100.00 USD annually

Job Description

8901 - Corp Office West Crk - 12800 Tuckahoe Creek Parkway, Richmond, Virginia, 23238

CarMax, the way your career should be!

About The Team

The Supply Chain Strategy team is a world-class community of analysts who work in a collaborative environment that leverages a variety of strategic and technical skillsets to help drive CarMax's supply chain operations. CarMax's supply chain business is undergoing an exciting transformation focused on optimizing how we acquire, recondition, and move vehicles which is helping us extend our market leadership while positioning us for future growth. The Supply Chain Strategy team is at the center of this transformation, serving as thought leaders who provide strategic direction and data-driven insights that guide decision-making across our supply chain operations

Our team tackles this work while ensuring we are a great representation of CarMax’s 4 core values:

Do the Right Thing: We prioritize maintaining the culture of integrity which has set CarMax apart in the used car industry, and promote a respectful and inclusive environment at work

Put People First: We’re focused on nurturing associate development and on maintaining a healthy work culture, while also making sure our customers are offered a great experience

Win Together: Teamwork is essential to what we do; we regularly learn from each other and draw on each other’s expertise and perspectives

Go for Greatness: We continually improve our abilities and the products that we support, to reinforce CarMax’s position as the industry leader

About The Role

CarMax sources hundreds of thousands of vehicles each year through consumer purchases, auctions, and other channels. Each vehicle goes through a complex journey from acquisition through reconditioning and logistics before it's ready to be sold to customers. The Supply Chain Strategy team leverages data, analytics, and strategy to optimize this journey, ensuring we purchase an optimal mix of cars, recondition those cars efficiently, and move them through our network to support growth of our retail sales.

There are several sub-teams on Supply Chain Strategy who focus on different parts of the vehicle lifecycle. As a Manager in Supply Chain Strategy, you will work with business partners in our Product, Technology, and Operations to help drive the supply chain business forward on a team focused on one of these areas:

• Consumer Supply Strategy – Works to optimize how we acquire vehicles directly from consumers through our digital and omnichannel processes
• B2B Strategy – Works to enhance the way we exchange with other businesses through selling at our auction or buying directly from third parties
• Merchandising Strategy – Works to ensure we can evaluate and buy vehicles through all channels through efficient and effective operations
• Logistics Strategy – Works to optimize vehicle movement throughout our network and balance the tradeoff of cost and speed
• Service Operations Strategy – Works to enhance reconditioning operations, ensuring vehicles are prepared efficiently and to quality standards that support customer satisfaction

What You Will Do – Essential Responsibilities

Some of our roles lean towards partnering more closely with the Product organization and serving as product analyst. In those roles, a successful manager of strategy would:

• Be a strategic thought partner for our product organization by closely partnering with a product manager to help define the strategic direction of one area of our supply chain
• Demonstrate analytic excellence through ensuring we appropriately set up and read product tests, providing a data-backed perspective to opportunity solution tree exercises, and own the creation and maintenance of reports and dashboards to monitor KPIs
• Present recommendations to product executives to collect buy in

Other roles lean towards partnering more closely with our Field Operations organization and serving as an operational analyst. In those roles, a successful manager would:

• Drive execution through the identification of KPIs, target setting, and the creation of management systems and accompanying reporting suites to drive accountability
• Support the implementation of change initiatives by consulting on key strategic problems and analytical work tracks
• Present insights and recommendations to key business partners to achieve consensus for change

Qualifications and Requirements

Ability to consistently deliver at a high level on the responsibilities listed above. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skills required:

• A track record of excellent problem solving, strategic thinking, and quantitative/qualitative analysis
• Experience conducting large scale data analysis to support conclusions, and a willingness to gain proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, PowerBI, or Tableau
• Ability to apply business and technical knowledge to solve complex problems, produce results, and make recommendations
• Ability to communicate complex topics to people with varying backgrounds and levels of technical familiarity
• Willingness and enthusiasm to collaborate with a team of passionate analysts and business partners who are regularly shaping strategy at a big-picture and a detailed level
• Four or more years of experience in an analytical or strategic role
• Four-year undergraduate degree with strong academic performance

Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the CarMax Technology Innovation Center (Richmond, VA) and associates will work onsite 5 days per week.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this specific role

About CarMax

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CarMax is committed to bringing together people from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, and any other characteristics protected by law.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.

Director, Supply Chain Planning & Logistics

Direct hire with excellent benefits

Location: Roanoke, TX area

Travel: Up to 25%

Summary

Our client, a leading manufacturer of specialized industrial equipment, is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Planning & Logistics to lead the planning and logistics engine for its North America operations. This leader will ensure customer demand is translated into executable production and supply plans while improving service levels, inventory performance, and logistics reliability.

This is a strategic supply chain leadership role responsible for strengthening the company’s Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process and improving alignment between sales demand, production capacity, supplier performance, and logistics execution.

The ideal candidate is a strategic supply chain thinker with strong planning expertise who has successfully led S&OP, production planning, and materials planning functions in complex manufacturing environments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process aligning Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to a unified production and supply plan.
• Translate demand forecasts and backlog into executable production schedules.
• Own Master Production Scheduling (MPS) for a make-to-order manufacturing environment.
• Balance demand, supplier capacity, labor constraints, and production schedules to ensure reliable delivery.
• Develop scenario modeling to support executive decision-making related to demand, supply, and capacity.
• Oversee Material Requirements Planning (MRP) execution and planning system governance.
• Coordinate supplier capacity and long-lead materials with production planning.
• Improve supplier on-time delivery and inbound supply reliability.
• Lead inbound and outbound logistics strategy supporting manufacturing operations.
• Optimize transportation performance and reduce premium freight and expedite costs.
• Develop inventory strategies aligned with production requirements and long-lead components.
• Improve inventory turns and working capital performance while protecting service levels.
• Partner with Finance to support forecasting and cash-flow planning related to supply chain activities.
• Ensure planning system data accuracy including BOMs, lead times, and planning parameters.
• Develop KPIs and reporting processes to improve planning discipline and operational visibility.
• Lead and develop a team responsible for planning, materials management, and logistics functions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in manufacturing environments.
• Proven success leading Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) or Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes.
• Strong background in production planning, materials planning, and supply chain execution.
• Experience aligning demand, supply, and production capacity in complex manufacturing environments.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Operations, and Engineering leadership teams.
• Strong ERP and planning systems experience including MRP-based environments.
• Demonstrated ability to improve service levels, inventory performance, and supply chain reliability.
• Experience leading teams and driving organizational change.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or MBA preferred.

Description:

• Managing inventory and supply chain operations including data analysis, logistics, and inventory management
• Document, model, and validate supply chain processes
• Recommend process improvements based upon findings from data analysis
• Develop and implement strategies to streamline procurement, production, and distribution workflows.
• Develop and maintain supply chain metrics and dashboards to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of supply chain strategies with overall business objectives.
• Implement and monitor supply chain initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and improve customer satisfaction.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for management, providing insights and recommendations based on supply chain data analysis.
• Identify and resolve supply chain issues by troubleshooting problems, recommending corrective actions, and implementing solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Information Systems, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, consistent with contract requirements.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience supporting inventory management, supply chain operations, or logistics integration within DoD or U.S. Army environments.
• At least 2 years of hands‑on experience analyzing and interpreting data from complex Army enterprise systems such as GCSS‑Army, LMP, GFEBS, and AESIP.
• Secret Clearance required

Core Capabilities

• Advanced expertise in analyzing and interpreting data from complex U.S. Army logistics and financial systems to identify performance trends, operational risks, and opportunities for improvement across the supply chain.
• Proven ability to model, document, and validate end‑to‑end supply chain and inventory management processes, ensuring alignment between operational workflows and underlying IT systems, data structures, and system integrations.
• Demonstrated success translating data‑driven insights into actionable recommendations that improve supply chain performance, optimize inventory levels, and reduce operational and sustainment costs while maintaining compliance with Army and DoD policies.

Desired / Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Army modernization, sustainment, or audit readiness initiatives.
• Familiarity with Army logistics business rules, materiel readiness reporting, and financial reconciliation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience briefing findings and recommendations to senior government stakeholders.
• Experience working as an integrator between functional logistics teams and IT/system development teams.

Build a Career That Matters with One of the World's Most Respected Employers!

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This opportunity is near Anderson, SC in the community of Starr. Come join our team at Michelin's modern and growing rubber manufacturing plant! Our innovative teams produce rubber for ultra-high performance, passenger car, light truck, and mining tires with the newest technology and materials, then send to tire-building plants all over North America.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Michelin has an immediate opening in Anderson, SC for an Industrial Supply Chain Pipeline. This is a development position lasting from 3 to 6 months, after which time the candidate will be placed in a Supply Chain team at one of our US manufacturing facilities. Michelin's purpose is to support everyone's right to move freely to find their better way forward. This role is continually working to improve our customer experience and trust to provide the right tire, at the right time and for the right price. If respect for people, teamwork and trust are some values you live by you should consider joining us, the Worldwide leader in Tires!

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Complete Michelin's Industrial Supply Chain Pipeline Training Program to successfully assume a Supply Chain position.

• Acquire knowledge of supply chain including associated processes, systems, methodologies and organization.

• Develop practical knowledge of operational and tactical planning at Michelin and other associated industrial processes and systems.

• Lead a project or initiative to apply your knowledge and skills to the optimization of a specific process within the supply chain.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING

• Bachelor's degree and/or 1-5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or Industrial Engineering with a supply chain focus.

• Proven leadership in team or project settings, including goal setting, task delegation, coaching, and fostering a positive work environment.

• Strong desire to grow into a leadership role within Michelin's Supply Chain organization.

• Willingness to relocate and work at any U.S. Michelin manufacturing site.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI) and ability to learn new systems quickly.

• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and sustainable solutions.

• Analytical approach with the ability to interpret data, identify patterns, and connect complex ideas.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal and external partners.

• Ability to influence and negotiate successfully in both verbal and written formats.

• Military service (Junior Military Officer or Senior Non-Commissioned Officer) is a plus.

#LI-HIRINGMICHELIN #LI-SB1

Ready to Shape the Future of Innovation?

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies and healthcare.

The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide.

Why Michelin?

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.

• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Connected Communities.

• Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter-from sustainable materials to digital transformation.

• Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at .

This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

We build the future with people like you. Begin your career with Michelin today!

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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