Supply Chain Manager - AAPPTec : Job Details

About the Company

AAPPTEC, a TCPA Company is a peptide research and industrial-scale production facility.

About the Role

The Supply Chain Manager located at our Louisville, KY location, will oversee and optimizes the end-to-end supply chain operations to ensure the efficient movement of materials, products, and information. This role is responsible for sourcing, procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, and vendor management, with the goal of improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring timely delivery of goods.

Responsibilities:

• Determine how to most effectively use ERP to achieve and track operational and financial targets.
• Ensure uninterrupted supply of production support materials and distributed finished goods.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements and increase service levels.
• Monitor developments in materials and supplies and determine ability to reduce costs and/or improve quality.
• Facilitate implementation of interdepartmental processes.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
• Manage procurement processes, vendor selection, and supplier performance.
• Oversee inventory control, forecasting, and planning to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Individual contributor managing the supply chain functional area with the potential to build-out a department and manage procurement specialists.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate logistics, warehousing, and transportation activities.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, sales, and finance.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal quality standards.
• Mitigate supply risks and develop contingency plans.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on supply chain performance.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or related field of study with a recognized designation (SCMP) or a combination of education and comparable work experience.
• 2-5 years of supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Warehouse and distribution experience.
• Experience developing vendor and customer relationships.
• Detailed understanding of ERP/MRP systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of an integrated supply chain; procurement, planning, logistics and regulatory requirements related to the movement of goods.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of supply chain principles, including procurement, logistics, and inventory management.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and supply chain software.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., import/export laws, ISO standards).
• Understanding of cost structures, forecasting, and production planning.
• Industry-specific knowledge (e.g., chemical, life sciences, electronics) as applicable.

Preferred Skills:

• Skills: Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving.
• Effective negotiation and contract management.
• Data analysis and decision-making using KPIs and metrics.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and supply chain analytics tools.

AAPPTEC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.