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Scalian

Supply Chain Manager

Scalian, Kinston, North Carolina, United States, 28504

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Overview

Direct message the job poster from Scalian At Scalian, we are a leading

multinational engineering consulting firm

with 6,000 specialists and over 35 years of experience. We are specialized in

Industrial Performance

(Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Project Management) and

Digital Systems

(IT & Software and Systems Engineering). Our expertise serves various technological sectors such as the aerospace, defense, rail, and energy industries while providing distinctive support to their development and operations. Are you an experienced Supply Chain Manager? If your answer is yes, it’s your lucky day as we are looking for a dynamic and talented person to join our team in the US! What will your role be?

Scalian is seeking a Supply Chain Manager with a solid foundation in supply chain operations, supplier quality management, and supplier performance recovery. In this role, you will own the end-to-end supplier relationship for a defined commodity — ensuring supplier performance, quality, cost, and delivery targets are achieved while maintaining compliance with industry standards and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of suppliers (commodity: detail parts) to ensure on-time, on-quality, and on-cost delivery of products and services

Serve as the key contact for supplier performance, coordinating internal teams (procurement, engineering, quality, operations) to resolve issues and drive alignment

Lead business reviews with suppliers to monitor and improve performance, focusing on key metrics (OTD, NCRs, PPM, and recovery progress)

Drive supplier approval and control processes, including supplier onboarding, QMS/EMS evaluations, and compliance checks

Supplier Quality & Compliance

Oversee supplier quality performance in partnership with internal quality teams

Manage supplier processes including: Supplier Control Reviews, NADCAP Special Processes, Quality System Reviews (QSR), SARI and EVENT management, Supplier Non-Conformance (NC) management and concessions and Supplier Industrial Change assessments

Ensure supplier adherence to applicable standards (ISO 9001, AS9100, APQP, PPAP, etc.) and customer-specific requirements

Supplier Recovery & Development

Lead supplier recovery plans for underperforming suppliers, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively

Conduct root cause analyses and structured problem-solving (8D, 5 Why) to prevent recurrence of issues

Monitor and track supplier recovery activities, ensuring transparent communication and escalation as required

Support supplier capability development and continuous improvement initiatives

Support Transfer of Work (TOW) and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, ensuring supply readiness and compliance

Participate in modification projects, APQP/KBD assessments, and FAI/LAI support (as applicable)

Ensure suppliers are industrially ready for production ramp-up, meeting all technical and quality requirements

Performance, Process, and Risk Management

Support performance management and improvement projects to optimize supply chain processes

Participate in initiatives such as: Supplier mapping and risk management, Supply chain digitalization and compliance monitoring and Continuous improvement and process optimization projects

Contribute to supplier performance reviews, KPIs, and reporting dashboards to identify trends and improvement opportunities

What skills and qualifications are we looking for?

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, or a related field

5--8 years of experience in supply management, supplier development, or supplier quality management in a supervisor or manager role

Proven ability to manage supplier relationships, performance, and recovery activities

Strong understanding of supply chain processes, quality standards, and continuous improvement tools (8D, FMEA, APQP, PPAP)

Experience with ERP or supply chain systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel/data analysis capabilities

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners

Strong analytical mindset and a proactive, solution-oriented approach

Ability to balance multiple priorities, manage time effectively, and deliver measurable supply chain results

To acquire experience in different critical industries and projects while working for the same company

To have a competitive salary and a great benefits package

To access trainings that focus on expanding your knowledge while staying up to date with cutting edge technologies and best practices

To have a clear career development plan that suits your goals

To have the possibility of working abroad through our mobility program thanks to our international presence

To join a dynamic, specialized and fast-growing group where communication is key and where every team member is valued

To be part of a team where

having fun

is essential.

Employment and Function Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Supply Chain, General Business, and Management

Industries: Business Consulting and Services

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