Supply Chain Manager

1w1 week ago

Belden Inc.

Rochester, US · Full-time · $110,000 – $150,000

About this role

Propel your career at Belden, where innovation creates possibilities for people, customers, and communities. The Supply Chain Manager oversees local operations including purchasing, inventory management, production planning, vendor management, warehousing, and distribution. Ensure operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and alignment with company goals and KPIs.

Lead day-to-day supply chain activities such as inventory control, cycle counts, and shipping. Develop strategies that drive productivity, cost savings, and customer satisfaction. Analyze trends, forecasting data, and metrics to optimize planning and performance.

Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, production, sales, finance, and global teams. Manage supplier relationships, monitor vendor performance on quality and delivery. Lead, mentor, and develop Supply Chain team members through training and coaching.

Support new product launches, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in business reviews and resolve operational issues proactively. Shape the future of digitization through meaningful impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management
Experience overseeing purchasing, inventory management, and production planning
Proficiency in analyzing inventory trends and forecasting data
Knowledge of ERP systems and maintaining accurate master data
Skills in vendor management and supplier performance monitoring
Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and budgeting activities
Strong leadership for mentoring and developing supply chain teams
Understanding of supply chain policies, procedures, and best practices

Responsibilities

Lead and manage day-to-day supply chain operations, including purchasing, inventory control, production planning, warehousing, and shipping activities
Develop and implement supply chain strategies that support organizational goals, operational efficiency, and performance KPIs
Analyze inventory trends, forecasting data, and operational metrics to improve planning accuracy and supply chain performance
Maintain appropriate inventory levels to support production demands while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory
Oversee inventory control processes, including cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives
Manage supplier relationships and monitor vendor performance related to quality, delivery, and service expectations
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, production, sales, finance, and other departments to support business objectives
Lead, mentor, and develop Supply Chain team members through training, coaching, and performance management