Facility Chain Manager U.S. Hub

Transform with us the future of energy ⚡

SGB-SMIT USA is a division of SGB‑SMIT Group an international transformer manufacturer with locations in Europe, Asia and America. With reliable transformer technology, the company actively supports the global energy transition in areas such as renewable energy, industry and urban energy infrastructure.

As a key link between power generation, transmission and distribution, SGB‑SMIT Group develops and manufactures power transformers, distribution transformers, cast‑resin transformers and custom solutions for data centers, industrial applications and e‑mobility. These products ensure efficient, stable and secure energy flows worldwide.

With more than 3,800 employees worldwide, the SGB‑SMIT Group stands for quality, innovation and sustainability and offers a stable environment to work on technologies that shape the energy systems of the future.

What sets the SGB-SMIT USA apart: 🌍

We combine the strength of an international technology company with an employee-oriented corporate culture:

• Meaningful work at the heart of the energy transition

• Short decision-making processes and direct cooperation

• Stable, growing company with long-term prospects

Your contribution counts – both professionally and personally.

Your benefits at SGB-SMIT USA: 🚀

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx

• 401k with match

• Life insurance

• Long and short-term disability

• Paid holidays

• Paid time off

• Flexible spending account

Your tasks: 📌

• Lead all procurement, planning, inventory, and supplier management activities for the facility.

• Manage and develop facility supply chain personnel through coaching and performance management.

• Establish and monitor facility supply chain performance metrics and improvement objectives.

• Ensure purchasing and planning activities support production schedules, customer commitments, and inventory targets.

• Promote collaboration between Operations, Engineering, Sales, Quality, and Finance.

• Negotiate, implement, and manage local supply agreements, service contracts, and supplier relationships supporting facility operations.

• Lead supplier selection and qualification activities for local suppliers in accordance with corporate procurement policies.

• Manage supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.

• Conduct supplier business reviews and corrective action activities when performance expectations are not achieved.

• Identify and execute local cost reduction, productivity, and value engineering opportunities.

• Collaborate with the U.S. Hub Supply Chain organization on demand forecasting, capacity planning, and material availability for strategic commodities.

• Ensure adequate material availability while optimizing inventory investment and working capital performance.

• Utilize ERP and reporting tools to drive data-based decision making and performance management.

Your profile: 🔎

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field required; MBA, CPSM, CSCP, CPM or equivalent certification preferred

• 5+ years of progressive supply chain, procurement, or strategic sourcing experience

• 5+ years of progressive supply chain, procurement, or strategic sourcing experience

• Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier contracts and managing supplier performance.

• Experience supporting engineered products or industrial manufacturing environments preferred.

• Strong knowledge of procurement, planning, inventory management, and supplier relationship management.

• Proficiency with ERP systems (specifically Epicor), Microsoft Excel, and supply chain analytics tools.

• Ability to travel (15-25%) as required with 1 trip per year International

Apply now to join a legacy company with innovative solutions and a commitment to your success.

If you value a dynamic, growing, and intercultural environment and enjoy hands-on work, then become part of the SGB-SMIT USA - transform with us the future of energy. ⚡

SGB-SMIT USA is an equal Opportunity Employer.

We look forward to receiving your application! ⚡