Computer engineering Jobs in Athens, GA

Production Control & Supply Chain Manager

We are hiring for a Production Control & Supply Chain Manager in the Athens, GA area. Successful candidates will have extensive ERP and Production scheduling experience! The Production Control & Supply Chain Manager oversees production planning and the production schedule, to include forecasting the right volumes of materials, goods and products inbound to the organization from suppliers, monitoring project budgets, managing inventory and the production schedule, strategizing to find cost-effective materials from specified suppliers, and ensuring materials are delivered according to agreed-upon terms and conditions. Additionally, the leader of this team should identify the best ways to reduce procurement expenses and manages all production planning and management activities for the site. Base Salary starting at $100-$115K, relevant to experience and education.

Job Description

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to plan and prioritize purchasing activities, ensuring clarity of specifications and expectations.

Oversee and adjust production schedules based on customer demand, capacity constraints, inventory levels, and resource availability.

Coordinate with operations, purchasing, engineering, and sales to maintain schedule alignment.

Manage Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes to ensure adequate supply of raw materials and components.

Track and report key metrics to improve operational efficiency and reduce expenses.

Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.

Manage all aspects of the supply chain and communicate potential risks or obstacles to leadership.

Develop procedures for collecting and reporting key performance metrics.

Conduct cost analyses, establish benchmarks, prepare budgets, and oversee departmental expenditures.

Review planned orders, create purchase requisitions, and manage the approval process.

Maintain purchase orders through completion and ensure adherence to supplier agreements.

Report and address supplier non-conformances.

Lead finance and logistics teams in resolving receiving and invoicing discrepancies.

Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Support consolidation and optimization of the supplier base.

Set project or production schedules and manage material flow.

Oversee shipping and receiving operations, including logistical requirements.

Ensure strategic material planning processes support operational continuity.

Resolve material planning issues, including shortages or excess deliveries, and maintain accurate inventory of production materials.

Develop and implement process improvements to drive operational efficiency.

Oversee labeling accuracy to ensure correct parts and assemblies reach customers on time.

Maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy and ensure proper inventory control.

Supervise direct reports, conduct performance evaluations, and support training and development.

Required

U.S. Person per ITAR regulations

Minimum of five (5) years experience in production control or other similar customer or manufacturing support is required

Minimum of three (3) years experience in the supervision of personnel is required

Experience in the manufacturing industry is required

Experience utilizing a comprehensive ERP system is required

Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking abilities to appropriately handle unexpected challenges

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, securing employee and company records, and demonstrating integrity in communications and actions

Self-management skills including efficiency, sense of urgency, ability to adapt and respond to unexpected circumstances, and ability to juggle multiple projects, competing priorities, and meet concurrent deadlines

Leadership skills evidenced by talent selection, retention, and personnel development

Exceptional professional verbal and written communication skills (English) are required

Computer proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills to include pivot tables, vlookups, charts, graphs, and other formulas

Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, and organizational skills are essential

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or other related field of study is advantageous

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Visual or other Infor ERP system experience is a HUGE plus!