Supply Chain Engineer

Overview

Details
: 24-month contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, fully onsite role

Pay Rate
: $46.25 – 49.00/hr. with benefit inclusions

The Supply Chain Planning Engineer will develop proactive, data-driven strategies to align supplier capacity with production demand. This role is responsible for leading capacity management, supporting strategic sourcing decisions, and strengthening end-to-end supply chain stability. The engineer will collaborate closely with procurement teams, suppliers, and cross-functional partners to anticipate risks, improve performance, and build resilient supply networks.

• Lead identification and implementation of integrated supply chain solutions and performance improvements.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external partnerships to support long-term operational stability.
• Align demand and supplier capacity through collaboration with purchasing teams, suppliers, and functional partners.
• Apply industry benchmarks and scenario modeling to optimize supplier capabilities and support sourcing decisions.
• Analyze supply chain data to prioritize improvement opportunities and enhance inventory utilization.
• Provide expert support in capacity planning tools including RCCP, NPE demand analysis, and collaboration platforms.
• Lead supplier performance routines, including monthly reviews, structured problem solving, and RCCA for capacity-related challenges.
• Investigate and incorporate industry best practices to develop efficient supply chains for assigned product sets.

• Experience:
  
  3+ years of professional experience (internship experience accepted toward total).
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.
• Comparable background from other roles:
  Not specified.

Top Skills (Required)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
• Ability to effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience in capacity planning, supplier collaboration, and demand-capacity alignment.
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies and problem-solving tools.
• Understanding of supply chain principles, logistics processes, and compliance standards.

• MBA or advanced business degree.
• Lean Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with Value Stream Mapping.

• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Leadership and relationship-building strengths.