Supply Chain Manager at Baker Manufacturing Company LLC

Evansville, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain Strategy, Team Leadership, Process Standardization, KPI Development, Performance Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, Risk Mitigation, Inventory Optimization, Logistics Oversight, Demand Planning, Forecasting, ERP Systems, Process Automation, Continuous Improvement, Lean Principles

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Supply Chain Manager Location: Evansville, WI/Janesville, WI (Multi-Site Responsibility) Job Type: Full-Time Reports To: Vice President of Operations Direct Reports: 4–5 team members across multiple locations Position Summary Baker Manufacturing Company, LLC is seeking a results-driven Supply Chain Manager to lead and strengthen our end-to-end supply chain operations across multiple divisions and manufacturing facilities. This role provides day-to-day leadership of the supply chain and manufacturing planning teams while serving as a strategic partner to Operations. The Supply Chain Manager will work in close collaboration with plant leadership to ensure reliable, cost-effective sourcing, production support, logistics execution, and inventory optimization. This position is responsible not only for managing purchasing and planning functions, but also for organizing, standardizing, and continuously improving Baker’s supply chain structure, systems, and performance across all locations. The ideal candidate is process-oriented, experienced in structured forecasting and planning processes (SIOP), and capable of balancing cost, service level, and operational efficiency in a multi-site manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Strategic Supply Chain Leadership Develop and execute a supply chain strategy aligned with Baker’s operational and financial objectives Lead 4–5 direct reports across multiple locations, providing structure, accountability, and performance management Standardize supply chain processes across facilities to drive consistency and scalability Establish KPIs and dashboards to measure lead time, service levels, inventory performance, and cost reduction Drive initiatives to reduce product lead times and improve on-time delivery performance to 95% in partnership with Operations Operational Partnership Serve as a key business partner to Operations, Production, Finance, and Sales Align purchasing, planning, and material flow with production schedules and customer demand Support automation initiatives and foster a continuous improvement culture Participate in SIOP/demand planning processes to improve forecast accuracy and execution Support growth initiatives and integration of new processes across divisions Procurement & Supplier Management Lead strategic sourcing for domestic and international suppliers Negotiate contracts and long-term agreements focused on cost reduction and reliability Establish supplier performance metrics (quality, delivery, cost) and drive accountability Develop contingency and risk mitigation strategies to reduce supply disruptions Inventory, Logistics & Planning Improve inventory accuracy and optimize working capital across facilities Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, including 3PLs and freight partners Improve demand planning tools and forecasting processes Drive scrap reduction and warehouse accuracy improvements Ensure compliance with trade regulations and import/export requirements Process Improvement & Systems Optimization Utilize ERP systems (EPICOR preferred) and data analytics to drive informed decision-making Lead process automation and digitalization efforts within supply chain functions Champion lean principles and structured continuous improvement initiatives Build scalable systems that position Baker for future growth Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred 7–10 years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, planning, or logistics Experience managing direct reports, ideally across multiple locations Strong understanding of ERP systems (EPICOR preferred), forecasting, and inventory management Proven experience in supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiatives Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required Knowledge of international sourcing and trade compliance preferred Key Competencies Strong leadership and team development skills Strategic thinker with strong execution capability Collaborative partner to Operations and cross-functional leaders Data-driven decision maker with financial acumen Continuous improvement mindset High accountability and organizational discipline Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary with performance-based incentives Health, dental, and vision insurance Supplemental Life, Co Paid Life & AD&D, Co Paid Short-term Disability, Long-Term Disability 401(k) retirement plan with company match Paid time off and holidays Professional development and leadership growth opportunities Requirements Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred 7–10 years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, planning, or logistics Experience managing direct reports, ideally across multiple locations Strong understanding of ERP systems (EPICOR preferred), forecasting, and inventory management Proven experience in supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiatives Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required Knowledge of international sourcing and trade compliance preferred

Responsibilities

This role involves leading and strengthening end-to-end supply chain operations across multiple divisions, providing day-to-day leadership for purchasing, planning, logistics, and inventory optimization. The manager will also be responsible for standardizing supply chain structure, systems, and performance across all locations.