Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager – Lawrenceburg, KY (Prysmian)

Join Prysmian, the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, to manage the supply chain for our 24/7 manufacturing facility in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. The role reports to the NA Digital Solutions Supply Chain Manager and focuses on raw material planning, production scheduling, warehousing, inventory control, transportation, and distribution of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

• Lead the Supply Chain team with a focus on safety, performance, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Adopt, implement, and standardize planning, scheduling, and inventory processes using HFA, SAP, Fiori & Maestro systems.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Process and Local IT teams to implement and enhance demand planning and capacity utilization tools.
• Oversee plant logistics to develop and execute production schedules that align with customer demand, bottleneck management and flow best practices, and working capital goals (e.g., DIO and slow‑moving inventory).
• Supervise the Production Planning and Scheduling Team (Master Scheduling, Production Planning/Coordination, Shop Floor Scheduling and Materials Planning).
• Manage raw material procurement and supplier performance tracking in coordination with Corporate Procurement.
• Supervise the Distribution Center Lead overseeing warehousing, inventory control, transportation, supplier management, and customer service.
• Work with Corporate Supply Chain Management on forecasting, production planning and required schedule changes as needed.
• Partner with Commercial teams to ensure order fulfillment and meet On‑Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
• Coordinate monthly stock takes of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, including weekend activities during month‑end inventory.
• Ensure all operating goals are met, including cost, safety, schedule conformance, shipping accuracy, inventory accuracy, supply levels, customer service, employee productivity.
• Support logistics documentation and system transactions (Production Orders, Stock Transfers, Purchase Requisition s, GRs).

• Identify and implement automation and digital transformation opportunities within supply chain operations.
• Drive supply chain strategies to reduce lead times and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with HSE, Quality, Engineering, and Production to promote safety, maximize output, minimize WIP, and reduce scrap.
• Develop inventory control strategies across all production and distribution stages.
• Manage aged inventory and drive reduction strategies.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Just‑in‑Time (JIT) principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Support the development of Continuous Improvement tools and processes to enhance business efficiency and accelerate performance.

• Ensure all supply chain activities adhere to industry standards, environmental regulations, and safety protocols.
• Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies for supply disruptions and raw material price volatility.
• Participate in the plant’s Steering Committee and support strategic decision‑making.

Minimal travel required; primarily on‑site at the Lawrenceburg facility.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, engineering, or related field (master’s preferred).
• 3–5+ years of supply chain, warehousing or distribution experience, preferably in wire/cable manufacturing or a related industrial environment.
• 3+ years managing multifunctional teams.
• Experience in materials planning and scheduling, preferably in cable manufacturing or metallurgy.
• Experience with ERP systems (HFA/SAP a definite plus).
• Strong understanding of raw material sourcing (metals, polymers, insulation materials) and manufacturing processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Strong negotiation and decision‑making capabilities.
• Proven ability to…