Supply Chain Manager in Morehead City, North Carolina at Ajulia Executive Search

• Location: Morehead City, North Carolina
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #26317

Are you looking to join a growing manufacturing environment where you can lead procurement operations, optimize inventory management, and support production efficiency within a fast-paced industrial setting? This opportunity as a Supply Chain Manager focuses on overseeing purchasing operations, vendor relationships, inventory control, and material planning to ensure smooth production workflows and operational success. This role is ideal for someone with strong supply chain and procurement leadership experience who enjoys balancing strategic sourcing, operational coordination, and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement and sourcing strategies to support production and operational goals
• Manage purchasing activities for raw materials, components, supplies, and operational services
• Maintain inventory levels while minimizing waste, shortages, and excess inventory
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality, pricing, and delivery expectations are met
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Collaborate with production, operations, engineering, and finance teams to forecast material requirements
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, and backorders to prevent production disruptions
• Analyze supply chain performance, market trends, and vendor risks to support operational planning
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and pricing records within ERP and inventory systems
• Oversee supply chain and purchasing staff while supporting training and professional development
• Support operational efficiency initiatives and continuous process improvement efforts
• Ensure compliance with company policies, purchasing procedures, and safety standards
• Assist with budgeting, cost analysis, and operational reporting related to procurement activities
• Support cross-functional operational projects and strategic supply chain initiatives
• Perform additional supply chain and operational duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Proven experience within manufacturing, industrial production, marine manufacturing, or similar operational environments required
• Strong procurement, inventory management, and vendor relationship management experience
• Experience overseeing purchasing workflows, supplier negotiations, and material planning operations
• Familiarity with ERP systems, inventory software, and Microsoft Office Suite required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment
• Experience leading or supervising supply chain, purchasing, or inventory teams preferred
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to work within industrial manufacturing environments, including production floor exposure
• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of supply chain, procurement, or inventory management experience preferred

Benefits:

• 401(K) with company match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities

Salary: $90K-$100K

Ask for: Brenna

Job Id: 26317

Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements.

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