We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, material planning, and supply continuity efforts for a manufacturing operation in Livermore, California. This role will guide a high-performing team, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support sound commercial decisions that improve cost, quality, and service. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, analytical judgment, and the ability to work cross-functionally with technical and business stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Lead supply chain, procurement, and material planning activities to maintain reliable product flow and support manufacturing performance.
- Direct and develop leaders and team members across the function, setting priorities, improving accountability, and building organizational capability.
- Negotiate supplier agreements and commercial terms while balancing cost, quality, delivery, and long-term business needs.
- Evaluate supplier performance, inventory trends, and operational data to identify risks and recommend effective corrective actions.
- Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership to align sourcing decisions with company objectives.
- Oversee supply risk mitigation strategies, including contingency planning and actions to reduce disruptions across the supplier base.
- Prepare clear recommendations and presentations for leadership using financial, operational, and supplier insights.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain processes, including lean practices, value analysis, and broader functional transformation efforts.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
- At least 8 years of progressive experience in procurement, material planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience managing teams, including responsibility for supervisors, managers, or layered organizations.
- Strong track record in operational purchasing, supplier negotiations, contract management, and complex business decision-making.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing operations, procurement practices, inventory control, supplier performance management, and supply risk processes.
- Ability to interpret financial, operational, and supplier data and convert findings into actionable recommendations for senior leaders.
- Effective communication, presentation, and conflict-management skills, with the judgment to handle sensitive escalations.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and enterprise business systems; advanced Excel, data visualization, union-environment leadership, and continuous improvement experience are preferred.