What does a Supply Chain Manager do?
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What the job involves
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
- Lead, monitor, and analyze important metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a strong supply chain team.
- Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to manage inventory levels.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers for cost-effective purchasing.
- Oversee logistics and distribution processes to ensure timely delivery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain with business goals.
- Identify risks and develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions.
Summed up from 30 recent Supply Chain Manager job postings.
Skills employers ask for
- Supply Chain Management 6 in 10 postings
- Inventory Management 5 in 10 postings
- Logistics 4 in 10 postings
- Production Planning 2 in 10 postings
- Process Improvement 2 in 10 postings
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Certifications and licenses
- APICS 2 in 10 postings
- MBA 1 in 30 postings
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Experience asked for
- 1 to 2 years 1 in 40 postings
- 3 to 4 years 1 in 10 postings
- 5 years or more 8 in 10 postings
Typical ask: 5 years.
Education asked for
- High school diploma or GED 1 in 250 postings
- Associate degree 1 in 65 postings
- Bachelor's degree 9 in 10 postings
- Master's degree 1 in 30 postings
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Is this role in demand?
991 open Supply Chain Manager jobs across the US right now.
Most openings
- California154 open
- Texas108 open
- Washington90 open
- Ohio44 open
- North Carolina40 open
Typical pay $142,500 a year (most between $120k and $169k). See the full salary breakdown