Supply Chain Manager

Role Summary

The Supply Chain Manager oversees end-to-end supply chain operations supporting the manufacturing and distribution of aerial equipment. This role ensures material availability, cost control, supplier performance, and on-time delivery while managing global suppliers and complex components.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement, material planning, inventory control, and logistics for aerial equipment production

• Develop and maintain supplier relationships for hydraulics, electronics, and components

• Lead demand planning and forecasting aligned with sales, production, and service requirements

• Monitor inventory levels to balance production continuity and working capital efficiency

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contracts with domestic and international suppliers

• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation strategies (dual sourcing, safety stock, localization)

• Coordinate inbound logistics, customs, and freight for international suppliers

• Partner with Manufacturing, Distributing and Product teams on supplier qualification and change management

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost, lead time, and supplier performance

• Oversee shop operations and reporting for all shop activities such as PDI, Part Sales, etc.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of supply chain or procurement experience in heavy equipment, machinery, or similar industry.

• Strong understanding of BOMs, MRP/ERP systems, and production planning

• Experience sourcing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components

• Knowledge of global supply chains, import/export, and logistics

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Background

• OEM manufacturing environment (aerial equipment, construction equipment, or industrial machinery)

• Experience working with Asian and North American suppliers

• ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.)