Supply Chain Manager
Job Description
- Manage product life cycles and forecast demand by partnering with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Finance
- Develop inventory strategies that support business goals and maintain proper stock levels
- Lead supplier negotiations and vendor management to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and on-time delivery
- Identify cost-reduction opportunities and qualify new suppliers to enhance flexibility and reduce risk
- Strengthen key supplier relationships and oversee Purchase Order review and approval
- Oversee warehouse operations, set safety stock levels, and improve material control processes
- Ensure compliance with logistics requirements, resolve transportation issues, and track all shipments for OTD
- Establish and maintain supply chain policies while driving continuous improvement in processes and metrics
- 4-year college degree in business, supply chain, engineering or similar field preferred
- At least 7 years of experience in a manufacturing or supply chain role
- Experience with multiple Supply Chain disciplines, forecasting/planning, logistics, purchasing or quality
- Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to structure and solve complicated problems
- People management experience
- Excellent time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage workload
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
- Previous experience with an ERP/MRP system is required
- Travel as necessary
Meet Your Recruiter
National Account Manager
Amy is a National Account Manager at Sterling Engineering with 13 years of recruiting experience, specializing in manufacturing, engineering, and skilled trades recruitment. She has spent 10 years with Sterling, supporting clients across a variety of industrial and technical environments.
Amy focuses on recruiting for manufacturing operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, supply chain, and leadership-level positions. Her experience allows her to understand the needs of both candidates and hiring teams, helping create strong matches that align with technical requirements, career goals, and culture fit.
Amy is passionate about building long-term relationships with candidates and clients. She enjoys working in fast-paced recruiting environments where communication, problem-solving, and a clear understanding of operational needs are critical to making successful placements.
Known for her straightforward, responsive, and relationship-driven approach, Amy supports a smooth hiring process from start to finish while helping people and organizations move forward with confidence.