About the Company Our client is a global leader in materials science, pressure-sensitive technology, and innovative self-adhesive solutions for consumer products and labels, with a specialized focus on apparel, footwear, and retail industries.

Introduced in 1935 as the world's first pressure-sensitive sticker, the company merged with a considerable-global manufacturing in 1990, and is now operating in over 50 countries and 115 locations across six continents, delivering intelligent, creative, and sustainable solutions, including graphic tickets, tags, labels, embellishments, and packaging solutions.**

Job Role** The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end supply chain operations to ensure efficient planning, material flow, inventory management, and logistics performance across domestic and international markets, which includes warehousing, production scheduling, inventory/material control, inbound and outbound logistics, transportation, and shipping/receiving, to align operational execution with customer requirements, service levels, and business targets—while maintaining compliance with financial, safety, and regulatory standards.

In addition to operational leadership, the Supply Chain Manager plays a key strategic role in driving process improvement, cost efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. The position leads and develops a diverse team, manages performance and capacity planning, and ensures effective use of enterprise tools such as Lean Six Sigma. The role is also expected to support long-term supply chain transformation initiatives and contribute to the development of business-aligned goals, strategies, and metrics. Success in this position requires strong leadership, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to balance tactical execution with strategic vision within a fast-paced manufacturing and global supply environment.**

Key Responsibilities**

• Warehouse & Inventory Management
  • Ensure efficient storage, distribution, and space utilization of raw materials and finished goods.
  • Monitor stock levels, identify slow-moving/surplus items, and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
  • Oversee inventory control to support production and sales forecasts.
• Planning & Scheduling
  • Develop raw material and production schedules aligned with customer orders and capacity.
  • Coordinate with suppliers, purchasing, and production to ensure timely availability of materials.
  • Adjust production timelines based on priorities, material availability, and operational constraints.
• Logistics & Transportation
  • Manage inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of goods.
  • Optimize transportation routes and carrier performance; negotiate rates as needed.
  • Monitor and improve logistics processes to meet service, cost, and compliance goals.
• Shipping & Receiving
  • Oversee incoming and outgoing shipments, which includes verifying quantity, weight, and conformance of materials; prepares records of materials shipped and bills of lading; routes materials to destinations.
  • Performs a combination of manual and clerical shipping and/or receiving duties which may require the use of hand trucks, forklifts, and other devices, as well as computers to maintain data, including bills of lading and shipping manifests.
• Operations & Continuous Improvement
  • Lead supply chain projects and drive operational efficiency through Lean and ELS practices.
  • Monitor performance metrics and execute initiatives to reduce cost and improve service.
  • Evaluate and improve space, equipment use, and operating procedures.
• Strategic Planning
  • Develop and execute long-term supply chain strategies aligned with business goals, including identifying market trends and operational opportunities for competitive advantage.
  • Lead benchmarking and implement best practices across supply chain functions.
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead and develop a high-performing supply chain team.
  • Set goals, provide feedback, and support career growth through training and mentoring.
  • Foster collaboration across functions and act as a change leader.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree: at least Bachelor’s Degree in related majors.
• Years of Experience: at least 5+ years in Supply Chain, Materials, and Logistics, with additional 3+ years of leading or management experience.
• Industry: packaging, labeling, printing, adhesives, or machinery.
• Language: English (conversational).
• Technical Expertise: Proven track record of leading projects in Supply Chain and Logistics.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow and improvement strategies (e.g. ELS, continuous flow, cellular etc.) and the ability to integrate those into the operation.
  • Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within the manufacturing environment.
• Professional Attributes:
  • Strong organizational skills in strategy, communication at all levels and execution.
  • Strong leadership skills, and the ability to lead, contribute, and influence others in a team-based organization.
  • Excellent organizational and people skills, project management skills, with an ability to openly convey information to team members.