Manager Supply Chain Operations - Metallics

Reports To: Executive Director, Metallics Supply Chain Operations

Travel: Up to 20%

Position Summary

The Manager of Supply Chain Operations leads strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier development, and supply-chain optimization for a metallics-focused automotive manufacturing operation. This role develops sourcing strategies that improve cost, quality, delivery, service, and supply continuity while supporting new-program launches and profitable growth. Success is measured by supplier performance, commercial results, risk reduction, and the strength and scalability of the supply base.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for steel, aluminum, stampings, fasteners, coatings, tooling, and purchased assemblies.
Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiations, contract execution, structured rebates, long-term agreements, payment terms, and cost-reduction or purchase-price-variance initiatives.
Establish supplier targets for cost, quality, delivery, service, and documentation; monitor performance and drive sustained corrective action with underperforming suppliers.
Strengthen supply continuity by assessing capacity and risk, qualifying new suppliers, expanding competitive sources, and optimizing the supply base.
Ensure supplier compliance with required systems and documentation, including self-assessments, quality certifications, tier mapping, electronic data interchange, and portal submissions.
Lead purchasing and materials activities for new business and product launches, ensuring milestones are achieved on time, on cost, and to specification.
Improve logistics efficiency through inventory planning, freight optimization, and close coordination with plant operations.
Lead, coach, and develop buyers across plant and corporate environments; assign work based on responsibilities, priorities, and workload.
Partner with Sales, Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Operations, Finance, and other functions to align procurement decisions with business needs and support timely pre-award quoting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or post-secondary diploma in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field preferred.
At least five years of purchasing or procurement experience supporting manufacturing and high-volume stamping operations; procurement leadership experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience procuring steel, aluminum, and automotive components for stamping, welding, and assembly operations.
Proven ability in strategic sourcing, supplier development, supply-base optimization, relationship management, and complex contract negotiation.
Experience with ERP or MRP systems; Epicor CMS experience is an asset. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required.
Strong leadership, communication, analytical, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Work Environment and Expectations

Work is performed in both office and production environments and requires frequent communication with employees and suppliers, extended computer use, and regular presence on the production floor. Occasional travel and overtime may be required. Employees must follow applicable health, safety, quality, and environmental requirements and wear required personal protective equipment.

This description summarizes the primary duties of the position and is not an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may change based on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law.

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Experience:

Supply Chain Operations: 5 years (Required)
Metal Stamping Operations: 5 years (Required)
Strategic Sourcing: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Sygnetics, Inc.

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