Supply Chain Manager

Jobot

Bowling Green, KY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$70,000–$100,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Business Operations, Cargo/Freight, Cash Flow, Childcare, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Demand Forecasting/Planning, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Employee Assistance Plan, Engineering Change Management, Health Insurance, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Inventory Reports, Inventory Turns, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Legal, Life Insurance, Logistics, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Materials Management, Metal Manufacturing, Multitasking, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Product Shipments, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Schedule, Production Support, Production Systems, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Reporting Skills, Retail, Root Cause Analysis, Shipping Operations, Shipping/Receiving, Staff Development, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Reimbursement, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Warehousing

LOCATION

Bowling Green, KY

POSTED

1 day ago

Supply Chain Manager | Lead Purchasing, Inventory & Warehouse Operations | Employee-Owned Company | ESOP | Career Growth

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Salary: $70,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us:

For more than 50 years, we have designed and manufactured innovative retail solutions used by some of North America's largest retailers. As a 100% employee-owned company, every team member has a direct stake in our success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

We continue to invest heavily in our people, our facilities, and our future. A recent $10 million expansion of our Bowling Green headquarters has enhanced our manufacturing capabilities and created new opportunities for growth. Our culture is built around ownership, teamwork, integrity, and supporting employees both professionally and personally.

As we continue to grow, we are investing in our Supply Chain organization to strengthen inventory management, purchasing execution, warehouse operations, and material flow throughout our manufacturing operation.

Why join us?

Competitive salary
100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)
Strong work-life balance and flexible scheduling
Up to $200 per child toward qualifying childcare expenses
Free Dental & Vision coverage for employees and families
Health Insurance
Free Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Free Basic Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
PTO, Sick Time, and 10 Paid Holidays
Paid Volunteer Hours
Tuition Reimbursement
Gym Membership Discounts
Corporate Chaplain Program
Career growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organization
Leadership team invested in employee development

Job Details

We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead Purchasing, Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, Shipping, Receiving, and Material Flow activities across our manufacturing operation.

This position is responsible for ensuring materials, components, and supplies are available to support customer demand and production schedules while maintaining inventory accuracy, optimizing material flow, improving warehouse efficiency, and driving operational performance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing supply chain operations and experience leading purchasing teams, inventory control functions, warehouse operations, and logistics activities in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities
Supply Chain & Materials Management

Lead purchasing, inventory control, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and material management operations
Ensure material availability supports production schedules and customer commitments
Monitor inventory health, shortages, replenishment activities, and material flow
Drive inventory optimization initiatives balancing service levels, inventory turns, and cash flow objectives
Lead inventory accuracy programs including cycle counting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Develop and implement inventory control best practices and process standardization
Ensure warehouse layouts and storage methods support operational efficiency

Purchasing & Supplier Coordination

Lead and develop Buyers responsible for production and indirect material procurement
Monitor purchasing activity to ensure alignment with MRP requirements and production schedules
Support supplier performance initiatives related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and service
Identify and mitigate supplier-related risks, shortages, and constraints
Partner with sourcing and operational leadership on supplier management initiatives
Support cost reduction and operational improvement efforts

Shipping, Receiving & Logistics Leadership

Oversee shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations
Ensure customer shipments are completed accurately and on time
Monitor warehouse efficiency, inventory movement, and operational performance
Support freight and transportation coordination efforts
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations
Develop KPI reporting related to inventory accuracy, shipping performance, and material availability

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred
5–8+ years of progressive supply chain, materials management, inventory, logistics, or purchasing leadership experience
Experience leading purchasing, inventory control, warehouse, shipping, and receiving functions
Strong understanding of manufacturing material flow and production support requirements
Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems for inventory management and planning
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong leadership and employee development capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

Experience within metal fabrication, industrial manufacturing, or make-to-order manufacturing environments
Experience leading Buyers, Warehouse Supervisors, Inventory Control teams, and Supply Chain personnel
Inventory optimization and inventory turns improvement experience
Strong cycle counting and inventory accuracy management experience
Experience implementing warehouse process improvements and material flow optimization
KPI-driven management experience
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence experience
Experience supporting new product introductions and engineering change management processes

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Jobot

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Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2018

WEBSITE

http://www.jobot.com