Supply Chain Project Manager

Supply Chain Project Manager

The Supply Chain Project Manager is responsible for managing the supply chain workstream within customer projects in a project-focused, engineered-to-order capital equipment business. Acting as the link between procurement, planning, logistics, supplier quality, and the project execution team, this role ensures that materials, components, and sub-systems are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. The position requires a combination of project management discipline, supply chain expertise, and stakeholder leadership to support successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Project & Supply Chain Integration

Lead the supply chain aspects of assigned customer projects, from order intake through final delivery.

Ensure supply chain milestones (purchase orders, supplier readiness, logistics handoffs) are achieved on time.

Develop and maintain detailed project plans aligned with overall project schedules, milestones, and deliverables, monitor and report progress.

Supplier & Procurement Management

Coordinate sourcing strategies with category managers and buyers to meet project-specific needs.

Support negotiation of delivery schedules, expediting, and resolution of supplier delays.

Coordinate with Strategic Sourcing to provide all estimates associated with material costs (internally manufactured or purchased); with quality for all material certifications, inspections; and with logistics for packing and delivery costs.

Manage supplier onboarding, qualification, and performance monitoring, if new.

Logistics & Material Flow

Oversee inbound and outbound logistics for project-critical materials and equipment.

Ensure packaging, transportation, and documentation meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with logistics partners to avoid bottlenecks or delays in global transport.

Risk & Issue Management

Identify supply chain risks (supplier capacity, long lead items, logistics disruptions) and develop mitigation plans.

Escalate critical supply risks to project management leadership with recommended solutions.

Manage change requests affecting supply chain scope, schedule, or cost.

Financial & Performance Tracking

Track and report supply chain costs, savings, and budget adherence for assigned projects.

Monitor supply chain KPIs, including on-time delivery, supplier performance, and logistics efficiency.

Support project cash flow management by aligning supplier payment terms with invoicing milestones.

Provide regular project reporting to leadership.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Work closely with project managers, engineering, manufacturing, and site services to ensure supply chain alignment with project goals.

Contribute to lessons learned and process improvements across the supply chain function.

Support digital and ERP enhancements for project-driven supply chain execution.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (master’s preferred).

8+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics, preferably in capital equipment or engineered-to-order industries.

Strong understanding of project management processes (PMP or equivalent certification desirable).

Knowledge of supplier development, contract management, and international logistics.

Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and project planning tools (MS Project, Primavera).

Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively in a global, matrix organization and travel to supplier or customer sites as needed.

Key Competencies:

Strategic and critical thinking

Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

Adaptability to shifting priorities in a project-driven environment

Strong project execution discipline within a supply chain context

Supplier and stakeholder management

Risk identification and mitigation

Results orientation with focus on on-time delivery

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Continuous improvement mindset

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