Walther Arms INC
Position Summary:
We are a fast-growing U.S firearms manufacturer seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and evolve our supply chain operations. This role is critical to our continued growth, responsible for building a high-performing team and driving improvements in sourcing strategy, procurement, materials planning, inventory management, supplier performance, and overall supply chain efficiency.
The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a hands-on, strategic approach who can scale supply chain capabilities to match our business growth, while maintaining the highest standards in quality, cost-effectiveness, and delivery performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team responsible for procurement, planning, and inventory control.
Develop and implement an effective sourcing strategy that aligns with business goals and supports new product development and sustained production.
Establish and improve processes to reduce material cost, improve lead times, and ensure consistent product quality.
Identify, evaluate, and manage key suppliers to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability.
Drive purchasing and material planning excellence, ensuring raw material and component availability while minimizing excess inventory.
Oversee inventory management, optimizing inventory levels to meet production needs and reduce carrying costs.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, finance, and quality teams to align supply chain activities with company objectives.
Implement supply chain KPIs and use data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including ITAR, and maintain ethical sourcing practices.
Support ERP/MRP system usage and enhancements related to purchasing, inventory, and planning functions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field (MBA or APICS certification is a plus).
7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain or procurement, preferably in manufacturing; experience in the firearms or defense industry is a plus.
3+ years of team leadership experience with demonstrated success in building and developing high-performing teams.
Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, inventory management, and MRP/ERP systems.
Proven track record of achieving improvements in cost, lead time, supplier performance, and inventory turns.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Strong analytical mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident due to ITAR compliance.
What We Offer:
Competitive compensation and benefits
A fast-paced, hands-on environment with opportunities for career growth
The chance to be part of a dynamic, passionate team in a growing industry
A strong company culture centered on quality, innovation, and integrity
As part of our hiring process, Walther requires all candidates to undergo a background check and drug screening. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.
We are a fast-growing U.S firearms manufacturer seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and evolve our supply chain operations. This role is critical to our continued growth, responsible for building a high-performing team and driving improvements in sourcing strategy, procurement, materials planning, inventory management, supplier performance, and overall supply chain efficiency.
The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a hands-on, strategic approach who can scale supply chain capabilities to match our business growth, while maintaining the highest standards in quality, cost-effectiveness, and delivery performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team responsible for procurement, planning, and inventory control.
Develop and implement an effective sourcing strategy that aligns with business goals and supports new product development and sustained production.
Establish and improve processes to reduce material cost, improve lead times, and ensure consistent product quality.
Identify, evaluate, and manage key suppliers to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability.
Drive purchasing and material planning excellence, ensuring raw material and component availability while minimizing excess inventory.
Oversee inventory management, optimizing inventory levels to meet production needs and reduce carrying costs.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, finance, and quality teams to align supply chain activities with company objectives.
Implement supply chain KPIs and use data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including ITAR, and maintain ethical sourcing practices.
Support ERP/MRP system usage and enhancements related to purchasing, inventory, and planning functions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field (MBA or APICS certification is a plus).
7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain or procurement, preferably in manufacturing; experience in the firearms or defense industry is a plus.
3+ years of team leadership experience with demonstrated success in building and developing high-performing teams.
Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, inventory management, and MRP/ERP systems.
Proven track record of achieving improvements in cost, lead time, supplier performance, and inventory turns.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Strong analytical mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident due to ITAR compliance.
What We Offer:
Competitive compensation and benefits
A fast-paced, hands-on environment with opportunities for career growth
The chance to be part of a dynamic, passionate team in a growing industry
A strong company culture centered on quality, innovation, and integrity
As part of our hiring process, Walther requires all candidates to undergo a background check and drug screening. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.