A Supply Chain Manager manages the work involved with moving materials, including raw materials, finished products or data, in a cost effective way. Supervises logistics analysts who gather data on production, storage and transportation costs; looks for ways to streamline production and implement cost savings.
Lubbock, TX Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $90,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Dependent health insurance coverage Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Negotiating purchasing contracts Manufacturing company experience Full Job Description Our Company
KLINGER GPI
was established through the 2020 acquisition of West Texas based GasketPackings, Inc., and the 2023 merger with KLINGER's gasket manufacturing facility located in Houston, Texas.
KLINGER GPI
is well positioned to provide industrial facilities with a comprehensive range of fluid sealing products and services, through our 3 physical Texas locations.
KLINGER GPI
manufactures and supplies a comprehensive range of fluid sealing and control products; including static and dynamic sealing products, valves, instrumentations, expansion joints and hoses, fasteners, hydraulic bolt tightening equipment and supplementary MRO products. In addition, our accredited in-house and mobile facilities provide tool calibration and equipment repair services to suit any calibration schedule requirements. Scope of the Role As Supply Chain Manager, you'll deliver strategic impact by ensuring the Supply Chain supports manufacturing and distribution with the right materials at the right time. This role exists to drive outcomes across Purchasing, Procurement, Inventory, and supplier performance while protecting service levels and cost targets.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead and shape sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, and vendor performance programs (domestic and international) Direct demand planning, forecasting, and inventory optimization to reduce risk and working capital Partner with Operations and cross-functional leaders to align supply plans to production and customer commitments Establish clear metrics, reporting, and continuous-improvement actions across the supply network Required qualifications/skills: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience 5+ years progressive experience in supply chain, purchasing/procurement, or inventory management in manufacturing/distribution Management experience with strong communication, organization, and negotiation skills Day to Day Your day starts by reviewing inventory levels, open purchase orders, supplier commitments, and material availability to ensure manufacturing and customer requirements are being met across all company locations. You quickly identify potential shortages, delays, or inventory concerns and work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues before they impact operations. Throughout the day, you'll collaborate with sales, operations, manufacturing, warehouse, and finance teams to align purchasing activities with production schedules and customer demand. You'll communicate with domestic and international suppliers, negotiate pricing and delivery schedules, monitor supplier performance, and ensure critical materials arrive on time. You'll also spend time analyzing inventory data, forecasting demand, reviewing purchasing trends, and identifying opportunities to improve inventory turns, reduce costs, and increase supply chain efficiency. Before wrapping up the day, you'll review key supply chain metrics, address outstanding procurement issues, and establish priorities to ensure customer commitments and operational objectives remain on track. Competitive salary ($85k-$90k) plus a comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision (KLINGER GPI pays 100% of dental/vision premiums and 100% of premiums for two of four medical plans) Dependent coverage support: company pays 50% of eligible premiums for medical, dental, and vision Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA); for eligible high-deductible plans, $37 contributed per pay period to an HSA 401(k) with match: 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
