Manager Global Supply Planning

About the Role -------------- We are looking for a **Manager, Global Supply Planning** to lead supplier operations and planning activities across our manufacturing network. This role will act as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external manufacturing partners, ensuring effective supplier management, operational excellence, compliance, quality delivery, and supply continuity. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing supplier performance, resolving operational challenges, supporting strategic planning initiatives, and driving collaboration across a diverse global supply chain environment. Key Responsibilities -------------------- * Manage and oversee the performance of contract manufacturers and suppliers to ensure operational, quality, compliance, and delivery expectations are consistently met. * Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and external manufacturing partners, facilitating effective communication and issue resolution. * Lead supplier-related activities including: * Vendor selection and evaluation * Supplier onboarding * Quotation and costing support * Performance monitoring and continuous improvement * Partner with suppliers to address technical issues, production challenges, schedule conflicts, capacity constraints, and quality concerns. * Ensure suppliers operate in accordance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and relevant quality management practices. * Monitor supplier compliance and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, service levels, and risk management. * Support feasibility assessments, cost evaluations, and supplier quotation processes. * Coordinate and maintain supplier documentation, manuals, and operational guidelines. * Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers, including assessments of operational capability and financial stability. * Drive operational initiatives and planning activities that support both short- and medium-term business objectives. * Lead, coach, and develop team members while managing performance, resource planning, and overall team effectiveness. What You Will Bring ------------------- ### Required Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline. * Minimum **8 years of progressive experience** in supply chain, sourcing, manufacturing operations, supplier management, planning, or related functions. * At least **2 years of people management or supervisory experience**. * Experience working with external manufacturers, suppliers, or contract manufacturing partners. * Strong organizational, stakeholder management, and communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and matrixed environment. _Equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education, subject to business needs and hiring manager assessment._ Preferred Skills ---------------- * Strong understanding of supply chain operations, manufacturing processes, supplier management, and planning principles. * Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to identify root causes and implement practical solutions. * Experience managing supplier performance, quality, compliance, and operational improvement initiatives. * Strong influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to work effectively across different cultures and stakeholder groups. * Ability to interpret and communicate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Experience working in a global and multicultural business environment. Leadership Expectations ----------------------- * Deliver operational and strategic objectives through effective planning and execution. * Provide leadership and direction to team members while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. * Support performance management, talent development, succession planning, and resource allocation. * Drive accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across the supplier network. Why Join Us? ------------ You will have the opportunity to work with global teams, influence supply chain strategy, and play a key role in strengthening supplier partnerships that support the delivery of world-class products to customers worldwide. R-20260702-0001