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Supply Chain Manager

A supply chain manager oversees the end-to-end flow of goods, from procurement through production to delivery, coordinating demand forecasting, inventory management, and supplier negotiation to keep operations cost-effective and reliable. They rely heavily on ERP systems like SAP to manage supply chain planning and are typically mid-to-senior level professionals with strong negotiation skills for vendor and logistics contracts. The role sits at the intersection of operations, procurement, and logistics within manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies.

Top skills:Inventory ManagementNegotiationSupply Chain Planning

Duties & responsibilities

  • Negotiate supplier contracts and manage vendor relationships to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets
  • Manage inventory levels and production scheduling to balance demand with operational efficiency
  • Lead procurement activities and source materials or components aligned with strategic sourcing methods
  • Oversee logistics coordination and equipment delivery to meet project or operational timelines
  • Implement and utilize ERP systems to manage supply chain planning and data analysis
  • Develop and monitor supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement
  • Lead cross-functional teams or coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and corporate partners to align supply chain execution

What Supply Chain Manager roles involve, from employers’ own postings.

How much does a Supply Chain Manager make?

Too few Supply Chain Manager postings state pay to publish a median yet: 17 of 30 open roles do, and we wait for 25.

Who is hiring for Supply Chain Manager roles?

30 open Supply Chain Manager roles from 22 employers; the most at Relativity Space, Veterans Health Administration and KLA-Tencor, and in California, Texas and Massachusetts.

From employers’ own postings, as of.

Supply Chain Manager in the job market

Last checked October 27, 2026

Open roles
30

on Career App right now

Employers
22

hiring for it

Median pay
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not enough disclosed

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Career ladder

Often comes from

Inventory Control ManagerMaterials PlannerProduction PlannerSupply Chain AnalystSupply Chain Specialist

Often leads to

Supply Chain Director

Similar roles

Demand Planning ManagerDistribution ManagerInventory Control ManagerLogistics DirectorLogistics ManagerOperations ManagerProcurement ManagerPurchasing ManagerSourcing ManagerSupply Chain SpecialistTransportation Manager

Open Supply Chain Manager roles (30)

Supervisory Supply Management Specialist

Veterans Health Administration

Full-time · Martinsburg, WV · $121,785 – $158,322

This federal role leads the entire supply chain operation for a VA Medical Center, overseeing procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics to support veteran care. The position suits an experienced supply chain manager with federal government experience who can coordinate complex operations across multiple departments.

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Supervisory Supply Management Specialist

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

Full-time · Fort Bragg, NC · $77,983 – $101,383

This federal role manages warehouse operations and property accountability at a military medical center, overseeing inventory control, audit compliance, and asset documentation. It suits candidates with supply-chain or logistics background and experience administering property programs in operational environments.

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SUPERVISORY GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST (Title 32) (OPEN CONTINUOUS)

Army National Guard Units

Oklahoma City, OK · $74,678 – $97,087

This supervisory role manages supply and logistics operations for the Oklahoma Army National Guard, directing staff and overseeing acquisition, inventory, and asset transfer across federal and state missions. The position suits someone with substantial supply management experience seeking a leadership role in military logistics.

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Apply for Supply Chain Manager at Dippin' Dots on their site

Supply Chain Manager

Dippin' Dots

Weston, OR

Listed on Dippin' Dots’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Apply for Supply Chain Manager at WinSystems on their siteWinSystems

Supply Chain Manager

WinSystems

Grand Prairie, TX

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Senior Staff Engineer, Supply Chain (R6213)

Shield AI

Full-time · Seattle, WA · $210,000 – $310,000

Shield AI seeks a senior supply chain engineer to optimize and scale systems supporting defense-technology products and global operations. This role suits someone with deep logistics or supply-chain expertise who can drive process improvements and strategic initiatives across a fast-growing, venture-backed organization.

Listed on Shield AI’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Apply for Supply Chain Manager at Ocean Spray on their siteOcean Spray

Supply Chain Manager

Ocean Spray

Kenosha, WI

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Supply Chain Representative

Hunt Refining Company

Contract · Dallas, TX

This role leads procurement and sourcing for an energy company's upstream operations, managing both capital and operational spending through data-informed supplier management. It suits someone with supply chain expertise who can balance strategic sourcing with operational effectiveness across an entire division.

Listed on Hunt Refining Company’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Apply for Supply Chain Manager at KLA-Tencor on their siteKLA-Tencor

Supply Chain Manager

KLA-Tencor

Ann Arbor, MI

Listed on KLA-Tencor’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Global Supply Manager, Propulsion

Relativity Space

Long Beach, CA · $116,400 – $174,600

Relativity Space seeks a supply chain leader to source and manage complex machined components for their Terran R rocket, balancing cost, quality, and delivery while scaling production. This role combines strategic supplier development with cross-functional collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and planning to keep an ambitious aerospace program on track.

Listed on Relativity Space’s careers site · Apply there ↗

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Roles similar to Supply Chain Manager (193)

From Demand Planning Manager, Distribution Manager, Inventory Control Manager, Logistics Director, Logistics Manager, Operations Manager, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Sourcing Manager, Supply Chain Specialist, Transportation Manager.

Apply for Inventory Control Manager at Jabil on their siteJabil

Inventory Control Manager

Jabil

Florence, KY

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Apply for Supply Chain Specialist at Juniper Networks on their site

Supply Chain Specialist

Juniper Networks

San Juan, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico

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LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units

Full-time · Windsor Locks, CT · $69,642 – $90,540

This is a dual-status military position requiring Connecticut Army National Guard membership, based in Windsor Locks, CT. The role manages logistics operations and property accountability for the organization, overseeing inventory, equipment coordination, and compliance with supply discipline programs.

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Logistics Management Specialist (Ammunition)

Joint Activities, Department of the Army

Fort Bragg, NC · $111,147 – $144,493

This federal role manages ammunition inventory, allocation, and training programs for military special operations forces at Fort Bragg, overseeing both standard and specialized ordnance systems. It suits someone with hands-on experience in complex supply chain management, database systems, and military logistics who can work independently with multiple stakeholder organizations.

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Logistics Management Specialist

Pentagon Force Protection Agency

Falls Church, VA · $70,623 – $91,815

This federal government role manages property tracking, administrative operations, and logistics coordination for a Facilities and Logistics branch. It suits someone with experience in property management, information systems, and administrative procedure who can work across multiple departments and agencies.

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Apply for Sourcing Manager at Target on their siteTarget

Sourcing Manager

Target

Minneapolis, MN

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SUPPLY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Air Mobility Command

Scott AFB, Illinois · $91,779 – $119,315

This federal logistics role manages equipment and vehicle systems across Air Force commands, serving as a subject matter expert for supply chain operations and regulatory compliance. It suits experienced supply chain professionals comfortable with government procurement regulations and interagency coordination at the headquarters level.

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Supervisory Acquisition & Utilization Specialist

Veterans Health Administration

Full-time · Butler, PA · $92,543 – $120,309

This role oversees contract management and procurement operations across a VA healthcare system, requiring expertise in pre-award and post-award contracting for clinical and administrative services. The position involves supervising multiple specialists and purchasing agents while directing acquisition strategy, vendor negotiations, and supply chain logistics for facility-wide healthcare operations.

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Logistics Management Specialist (Property)

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Washington, DC · $102,415 – $133,142

This federal government role manages the Bureau's inventory of property and fleet assets, handling everything from tracking acquisitions through the asset forfeiture program to coordinating disposals and vehicle transfers with other agencies. The position suits someone with logistics experience in property management who can work methodically with regulations and communicate with multiple stakeholders to keep complex asset systems running smoothly.

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Logistics Management Specialist

U.S. Special Operations Command (Army)

Fort Bragg, NC · $111,147 – $144,493

This is a senior logistics role managing sensitive and classified equipment for Army Special Operations Command, involving inventory control, procurement oversight, and supply chain management for specialized military assets. The position suits experienced logistics professionals comfortable working with classified materials and specialized equipment in a military environment.

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Skills Supply Chain Manager postings ask for

Measured from the 30 open roles, not from a curated list.

Where Supply Chain Manager roles are

Among the 26 of 30 open roles we could place on a map.

Employers hiring Supply Chain Managers

22 in total, most open roles first.

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