Supply Chain Manager

Reference: PR/ _ Our chemical manufacturing client is hiring a Supply Chain Manager to own end-to-end supply chain execution across the Americas.

The role is the central control point for the region. It connects supply planning, manufacturing sites, warehouses, and logistics providers so the business gets optimized inventory, strong service levels, and consistent performance.You will join a global supply chain organization during a major Kinaxis implementation. This is a chance to shape how planning is done across the region.What You'll DoLead supply planning and S&OP execution across the Americas, keeping demand and supply aligned and plans operationally achievableReview and validate demand forecasts so supply planning starts from an accurate, actionable foundationTurn demand into a supply plan, and supply into the right inventory positionLead, coach, and develop a regional team of supply planners and a logistics leader, with a focus on accountability and consistent execution across sitesOwn escalation governance for supply chain execution: set priorities, align stakeholders, and drive issues to closureSet and manage inventory targets by plant, find gaps, and drive corrective actions against budget, inventory, and service goalsOwn OTIF performance, backlog management, and root-cause resolution of service failuresOversee logistics, transportation, warehousing, and 3PL/4PL provider performance against service and cost targetsRun weekly and monthly execution reviews that feed real-time performance into S&OP and KPI managementPartner with site leaders, commercial, manufacturing, and global supply chain peers, and work effectively with leadership up to the VP levelSupport the Kinaxis rollout and adoption across the regionWhat You BringBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, logistics, or operationsProven experience leading a team of direct reports, ideally across multiple sites or functionsKinaxis experience strongly preferred; implementation experience is a big plusStrong SAP experience (ECC or S/4HANA; MM, WM, PP, SD modules)Track record in inventory optimization, material flow, and distribution network performanceExperience managing 3PL/4PL partners and logistics executionKnowledge of chemical regulatory logistics (dangerous goods, compliance)A mix of planning and logistics experienceAbility to gain buy-in, lead by influence, and roll up your sleeves in a cross-functional settingPreferredExperience in chemicals, coatings, or manufacturing (strong skills matter more than industry background)MBA or MSc in Supply Chain/OperationsAPICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP, CIPS, or similar certificationDemand planning and forecasting experienceLean/Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)Project management training (PMP, Prince2)