Strategic Supply Chain Manager
Eden, North Carolina, United States
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our Rise talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company with problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
This is a position with WM Technologies, LLC and affiliate of SPX Enterprises, LLC, which manufactures and sells Weil-McLain® branded products. Weil-McLain® is a leading North American brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings since 1881.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Strategic Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain processes to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment with organizational goals. Your role will involve strategic planning, supplier relationship management, logistics optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall supply chain performance.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
- Strategic Planning:
- Develop and implement strategic supply chain plans aligned with company objectives, considering factors such as demand forecasting, inventory management, and production scheduling.
- Analyze market trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for improving supply chain efficiency and competitiveness.
- Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including disruptions in supply, geopolitical factors, regulatory changes, and economic uncertainties.
- Develop contingency plans and resilience strategies to ensure business continuity and minimize the impact of potential disruptions.
- Supplier Management:
- Partner with Sourcing to optimize and improve relationships with key suppliers.
- Implement supplier VMI and other value add programs.
- Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contractual obligations, implementing corrective actions as necessary to mitigate risks and maintain quality standards.
3. Logistics and Inventory Management:
- Develop inventory strategies to balance product availability with cost efficiency, minimizing excess inventory while ensuring adequate stock levels to meet customer demand.
- Help facilitate inventory optimization techniques such as demand forecasting, safety stock analysis, and inventory replenishment planning.
- Optimize transportation, warehousing, and distribution processes to minimize lead times, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
- Coordinate with logistics providers to optimize freight management, routing, and carrier selection, leveraging technology solutions where applicable
- Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the supply chain, implementing lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, or other continuous improvement tools and techniques to drive operational excellence
- Lead cross-functional teams to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and optimate resource utilization throughout the supply chain
- Participate in projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals and the department and organization
What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience
- 10+ years proven experience in supply chain management, with a focus on strategic planning, supplier management, and logistics and inventory optimization
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, conduct root cause analysis, and develop actionable insights.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Proficiency in supply chain software and technology platforms, such as ERP systems, demand planning tools, and transportation management systems
- Project management experience, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards related to supply chain operations.
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred
- Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCMP) is a plus.
Travel & Working Environment
- Overnight travel up to 60%
- Frequent exposure to manufacturing and plant environment
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do, and more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads.
What Benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.