Supply Chain Manager

CLEVELAND GEAR COMPANY Are you a Go-Getter? Do you find yourself constantly thinking of new and innovative ways to do things? Cleveland Gear, a leading manufacturer of high-quality worm gearing, industrial speed reducers and customized gear drives, is currently seeking candidates like YOU for Supply Chain Manager . We are seeking energetic, highly motivated, and take-charge individuals who are seeking a challenging and exciting opportunity to join a well-established, profitable, and growing company. So, what's in it for you? Exceptional benefits package, 401K Plan, Family Atmosphere, and plenty room for growth! Here is how YOU would help benefit the team: Position Summary The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of purchasing and supplier management to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality procurement of materials, equipment, and services. This role combines the tactical execution of purchasing with the strategic responsibilities of supplier negotiation, cost reduction, and cross-department collaboration. The Purchasing Manager acts as the key liaison between internal departments and external suppliers to support production goals, profitability, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Strategic Procurement • Coordinate and manage all procurement activities from intent to purchase through final delivery. • Analyze material requirements, specifications, preferred suppliers, and delivery timelines. • Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contract terms with suppliers to ensure optimal cost, quality, and delivery. • Maintain and update approved supplier lists; investigate and evaluate new supplier opportunities. • Report cost savings, supplier performance, and sourcing opportunities to management on a quarterly basis. Operational Excellence • Ensure on-time delivery and adherence to quality standards for all purchased materials and outside services. • Review documentation for purchased items and ensure supplier compliance with company standards. • Maintain accurate purchasing records, purchase orders, shipping notices, and pattern lists for foundries. • Resolve delivery, invoicing, and quality issues promptly in collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. • Collaborate with Finance on cost changes and purchasing impacts. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to ensure purchasing aligns with production schedules and business needs. • Communicate supplier performance, pricing trends, and sourcing strategies to internal stakeholders. • Lead coordination between purchasing, planning, and inventory control to maintain optimal stock levels. • Provide complete and timely documentation to internal departments and suppliers. Continuous Improvement • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and supplier relationships. • Stay current with trends and best practices in purchasing, sourcing, and materials management. • Support ERP/MRP utilization and data integrity to streamline purchasing operations. Direct Reports 2 direct reports