62 Supply Chain jobs in Chesapeake

In the position of Category Manager - Supply Chain, you will be responsible category strategy development, strategic sourcing, and supplier management activities for Dollar Tree's transportation, logistics, and DC operations related spend categories. You will work closely with key business leaders to understand their needs and develop comprehensive category strategies that align with their overall business objectives. With the support of strategic sourcing analysts, you will lead the execution of all strategic sourcing and supplier management activities in your categories. A successful Category Manager needs strong project management, communication, and leadership skills, a customer service focus, and a proven track record in procurement with demonstrated category expertise in Supply Chain related spend.
**Principal Duties and Responsibilities** -
+ Create and maintain comprehensive category strategies including multi-year strategic sourcing roadmaps that align with business objectives and cost savings targets
+ Foster a strong working relationship with key business stakeholders, executive sponsors, and other partners throughout the organization
+ Maintain category knowledge and expertise through continued market research and analysis of market trends and supplier capabilities
+ Proactively identify savings opportunities and uncover insights through analysis of Dollar Tree spend data, knowledge of Dollar Tree's business requirements, and other available category-specific resources
+ Lead execution of all strategic sourcing, negotiation, and contract management activities
+ Manage key preferred supplier partnerships to drive innovation, ongoing cost optimization, risk mitigation, and performance improvements.
+ Support the growth and development of Category Sourcing Analysts through hands on coaching and mentorship
+ Identify areas of opportunity and drive continuous improvement for Strategic Sourcing & Procurement procedures, processes, and systems
**Qualifications & Skills**
+ Bachelor's degree (Business or related field)
+ 6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management roles
+ Demonstrated category expertise and procurement-related experience in Transportation spend areas inclusive of Ocean Freight, Drayage, Dedicated and Non-dedicated Truckload, LTL, and Small Parcel, as well as DC Operations spend such as fork-lifts, material handling equipment, racking, and DC labor-based services
+ Excellent project management, creative thinking, and analytical skills
+ Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, internally and externally
+ Demonstrated ability to influence internal stakeholders and build effective partnerships
+ Team oriented with strong leadership and people skills
+ Familiarity with procurement software (e.g., Ariba, Zip) and proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Full time
500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320
Procurement
Dollar Tree

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Supply Chain Manager to oversee and optimize their entire supply chain operations. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective flow of goods from procurement to final delivery. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing inventory levels, negotiating with suppliers, streamlining logistics, and implementing best practices to enhance overall supply chain performance. You will lead a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. This position requires a deep understanding of logistics, inventory management, demand forecasting, and supplier relationship management.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies to align with business objectives.
• Oversee all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and transportation.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and logistics providers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
• Implement and manage inventory control systems to minimize stockouts and reduce carrying costs.
• Develop demand forecasting models and collaborate with sales and operations teams to ensure accurate planning.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and vendors, ensuring reliability and quality.
• Optimize logistics and transportation routes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Implement and leverage technology solutions to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in supply chain management or logistics.
• Proven experience in inventory management, demand forecasting, and strategic sourcing.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent understanding of logistics operations, including domestic and international transportation.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and supply chain management software.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

This position is based in our client's facility in **Virginia Beach, Virginia**, and requires a candidate who can be on-site to effectively manage operations and engage with the team and external partners. We are looking for a leader who can drive efficiency and innovation within our supply chain.

Our client, a rapidly growing retail conglomerate, is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Supply Chain Manager to lead their operations in **Virginia Beach, Virginia, US**. This role is crucial for optimizing the entire supply chain lifecycle, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and distribution. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategies that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure the timely delivery of goods to our diverse customer base. We are looking for a proactive leader with extensive experience in supply chain management, a deep understanding of market dynamics, and a commitment to fostering strong supplier relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, inventory planning, warehousing, and transportation.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms with suppliers.
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize carrying costs while ensuring product availability and customer satisfaction.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to ensure efficient and cost-effective distribution.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supply chain performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to mitigate risks and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Identify and implement technological solutions to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency.
• Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions in the supply chain.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPIM) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex supply chains and achieving significant cost reductions and efficiency gains.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of inventory management techniques, demand forecasting, and logistics operations.
• Experience with supply chain management software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic business environment.
• Experience in the retail or consumer goods industry is a significant plus.

This is a challenging and rewarding role for a seasoned supply chain professional looking to make a significant impact at our **Virginia Beach, Virginia, US** location.

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THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

Are you ready to drive meaningful change across Smithfield Foods' supply chain? As a Supply Chain Optimization Analyst, you will help identify and implement process improvements that reduce operating costs and enhance efficiency across our logistics, sourcing, planning, and customer success functions. This corporate-level role offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally and influence strategic initiatives that shape how we deliver value across our network.

You will collaborate with teams across transportation, distribution, IT, and business systems to uncover opportunities, evaluate new technologies, and lead projects that make a measurable impact. From economic analysis to project tracking and stakeholder engagement, your work will help streamline operations and support a culture of continuous improvement. If you're passionate about solving problems and driving results, this role is built for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Transportation, Distribution, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Planning, and Customer Success to identify improvement opportunities.

• Work with IT to evaluate and implement new technologies and process enhancements.

• Support special projects and duties as assigned by leadership.

Process Improvement & Cost Savings

• Identify and facilitate process improvements aligned with key business goals.

• Perform and evaluate economic analyses to support project recommendations.

• Support initiatives that drive cost savings and operational efficiency across the supply chain.

Project Management & Execution

• Oversee project performance, ensuring timely completion and achievement of goals.

• Lead or support training initiatives related to continuous improvement.

• Track and audit project outcomes to ensure sustained impact and alignment with strategic objectives.

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

• Basic knowledge of Continuous Improvement and lean manufacturing principles.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced level knowledge of Excel.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.

• Ability to adjust communication style based upon varying levels of audiences you will encounter.

• Strong interpersonal and technical skills.

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may act as a lead by providing training and guidance to supply chain team members.

Relocation Package Available No

EEO Information

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**General Summary**
The Director of Engineering is leading Supply Chain initiatives focused on optimizing labor performance through advanced Labor Management System (LMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). This leadership role will drive continuous improvement, standardization, and innovation across our distribution and fulfillment network, with a strong focus on operational excellence and cost reduction.
This position also has the strategic role to optimize our distribution network, Supply Chain analytics and Program Management Office (PMO) responsibilities. The successful candidate will direct network design, analytics, and PMO resources to drive enterprise-wide efficiencies, reduce costs, and enable long-term growth through strategic network design.
This role requires an influential leader who can collaborate effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams including IT, Operations, Transportation and Finance. The Director must excel at project management, financial acumen, problem solving, and communication, while also navigating ambiguity and ensuring alignment with Family Dollar store-centric commitment to customers, service, and sales.
**Principal Duties & Responsibilities**
+ Provide strategic leadership over the design, implementation and governance of engineered labor standards using LMS across all distribution centers
+ Oversee WMS optimization & continuous improvement initiatives to enhance order fulfillment, slotting strategies and overall warehouse efficiency.
+ Lead a team of industrial engineers and data analysts to execute projects aligned with Supply Chain performance goals
+ Drive operational standardization across DCs, including engineered labor standards and Labor Management Systems (LMS).
+ Improve facility and field engineering processes using lean methodologies.
+ Define and track key performance metrics, driving accountability for labor productivity, throughput, space utilization and service levels.
+ Collaborate with site leadership to roll out new tools, standards and system enhancements ensuring effective adoption and compliance.
+ Lead the design and optimization of our end-to-end supply chain network.
+ Develop network strategies to support future growth, service level expectations and cost objectives.
+ Build and maintain network models to evaluate scenarios related to facility placement, capacity needs and transportation efficiency.
+ Manage and develop the Supply Chain Analytics team responsible for producing insights, reporting and analysis
+ Leverage tools such as SQL, Tableau, Power BI to drive decision making.
+ Achieve network-wide cost savings through DC footprint optimization, long-range capacity planning, and labor management integration.
+ Partner with leadership in Operations, Transportation, Finance, IT and Inventory to align strategies and coordinate implementation.
+ Provide executive level updates, scenario modeling and business cases to support capital investment and operational decisions.
+ Secure Board and Finance Committee approval for multi-year long-range plans, aligning supply chain strategy with enterprise growth goals.
+ Mentor and develop high-performing engineering, and analytics teams focused on value creation, quality, and scalability.
+ Travel 30-50% depending on business needs.
**Position Requirements**
**Education & Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; master's preferred.
+ Master's degree and/or MOST certification are strongly preferred.
+ Lean certification, blackbelt preferred
+ 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain engineering, network design, or operations.
+ 5+ years in a leadership role with direct oversight of LMS, WMS implementations and optimization
+ Demonstrated ability to Engineers, PMO, and analytics teams with measurable results.
+ Deep knowledge of leading LMS (Argent, and Blue Yonder preferred) and WMS platforms (Catalyst)
+ Strong background in labor engineering, productivity analytics and engineered labor standards.
+ Expertise in Network Design software (preferably Llamasoft or Optilogic).
**Skills**
+ Strong leadership, supervisory, and project management skills.
+ Excellent presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
+ Demonstrated ability to drive change, influence stakeholders, and lead through ambiguity.
+ Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, managing competing priorities with strategic foresight
**Technical Skills**
+ Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
+ MOST & ability to build engineering labor standards
+ Database proficiency preferred.
Full time
510 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320
Distribution Center Engineering
Family Dollar

**Job Title: OpEx Engineer - Supply Chain**
**Overview**
At Family Dollar, we strive for exceptional collaboration between talented individuals who exhibit our values and execute our mission. Everything we do starts with our people. We are looking for people who offer inspiration, innovation and have an internal drive for results.
We are seeking a results-driven Operational Excellence (OpEx) Engineer to lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across our operations. The ideal candidate will be skilled in Lean, Six Sigma, and other process optimization methodologies to drive efficiency, improve quality, reduce waste, and enhance customer satisfaction.
**Key Responsibilities**
· Help to identify and implement process improvements for our DCs to assist in driving customer value, reduce cost per case and increased cases per hour throughput within the network
· Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and best practices across DC network.
· Partner with all business partners to help support key initiatives as well as projects
· Collaborate with the team and help to drive data driven informed decision making
· Provide insight into re-profiling/slotting DCs to best suit productivity needs to increase CPH and decrease CPC
· Identify, lead, and support continuous improvement projects aligned with business goals using Lean, Six Sigma, and other OpEx methodologies.
· Conduct value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and other problem-solving activities to drive process improvements.
· Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
· Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and training sessions to build OpEx capabilities across the organization.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, supply chain, and engineering.
· Monitor and report on project outcomes, savings, and ROI to stakeholders.
· Support a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence at all levels of the organization.
· Travel 50% or more depending on projects and business needs
**Qualifications:**
· Bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
· 2-5 years of experience in a continuous improvement, manufacturing engineering, or operational excellence role.
· Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
· Proficiency in process mapping, statistical analysis, and improvement tools (e.g., DMAIC, PDCA).
· Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant data analysis software (e.g., Minitab, Power BI, Excel).
· Working knowledge of Warehouse Management systems (WMS)
**Preferred Qualifications:**
· Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification
· Experience in retail supply chain
· Familiarity with Catalyst (WMS) or other WMS systems and digital transformation initiatives
· Experience with change management and training development
Full time
510 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320
Distribution Center Operations
Family Dollar

**Career Area:**
Supply Chain and Logistics
**Job Description:**
**Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.**
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
**About Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine**
Caterpillar's Oil and Gas division, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership.  Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry.
We are currently seeking **a Supply Chain Planning Engineer** in **Houston, Texas, Lafayette, Indiana** or **Virginia Beach, Virginia** . The Supply Chain Planning Engineer in the Marine Product Group will support various facets of the value chain and order to delivery process to help ensure our marine customers get the products they need in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
**What You Will Do:**
+ Lead the design and optimization of value chain and order-to-delivery processes for new marine product offerings, ensuring operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
+ Support the development of Marine New Source Introduction (NSI) and Manufacturing Footprint strategy, aligning supply chain capabilities with long-term business growth.
+ Provide strategic Dealer S&OP support for both marine prime products and aftermarket, enhancing demand planning and inventory alignment.
+ Deliver Assurance of Supply solutions for marine territory sales managers and dealers, ensuring consistent availability of prime and aftermarket products.
+ Train and coach the marine commercial team on parts ordering and escalation protocols, serving as the primary escalation contact for the Marine Aftermarket Group.
+ Manage key account support activities, including order prioritization, pipeline visibility, and inventory management to drive customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
**Degree Requirement:**
+ Degree or equivalent experience desired
**Top Candidates Will Have:**
+ Demonstrates the ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities, business needs, and environments.
+ Thrives in dynamic settings and remains effective under pressure or ambiguity.
+ Open to new ideas, feedback, and approaches, with a proactive mindset toward continuous learning and improvement.
**What You Have - Skills, Knowledge, & Experiences:**
**Business Process Improvement:** Knowledge of business process improvement best practices and ability to use methods for identifying, evaluating, introducing and implementing more efficient approaches to performing business related activities.
Level Extensive Experience:
+ Analyzes business processes, identifies alternative solutions to outdated processes and assesses their feasibility.
+ Evaluates financial, cultural, technological and other factors that need to be addressed.
+ Recommends new approaches that seek the use of advanced technology.
+ Establishes requirements for large changes in the overall mission, roles, responsibilities and processes necessary to make business improvements.
+ Participates in defining organizational strategic goals and purposes; defines how to gather and keep customers.
+ Works to overcome BPI resistance from managers, the labor force and other groups.
**Decision Making and Critical Thinking:** Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Level Extensive Experience:
+ Differentiates assumptions, perspectives, and historical frameworks.
+ Evaluates past decisions for insights to improve decision-making process.
+ Assesses and validates decision options and points and predicts their potential impact.
+ Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances.
+ Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation.
+ Ensures that assumptions and received wisdom are objectively analyzed in decisions.
**Problem Solving:** Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Level Extensive Experience:
+ Ensures capture of lessons to be learned from a problem-solving effort.
+ Organizes potential problem solvers and leads problem resolution efforts.
+ Uses varying problem-solving approaches and techniques as appropriate.
+ Contributes to standard practices for problem-solving approaches, tools, and processes.
+ Analyzes and synthesizes information and devises alternative resolution strategies.
+ Develops successful resolutions to critical or wide-impact problems.
**Project Management:** Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
Level Extensive Experience:
+ Utilizes preferred tools, techniques and methods for estimating project cost and time.
+ Plans, estimates, staffs, organizes and monitors significant projects.
+ Identifies risks and vulnerabilities; creates contingency plans.
+ Conducts regular and ad-hoc project reviews with project team, sponsors, and clients.
+ Maintains open communication among project participants and interested parties.
+ Communicates reporting requirements; creates monitoring and control mechanisms.
**Supply Chain Management - MFG:** Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.
Level Extensive Experience:
+ Manages supply chain finance activities and measurements of effectiveness.
+ Advises others on capacity issues at various points in the supply chain.
+ Manages logistics processes through process improvement, prioritization, and project planning.
+ Implements and maintains monitoring systems to provide information on shipment status, shipped date, in transit location, estimated arrival date, and actual delivery date.
+ Compares and contrasts alternative sourcing strategies (sole sourcing, reverse auctions, etc.).
+ Develops alternative sources of supply for the manufacturing organization.
+ Manages logistics processes through process improvement, prioritization, and project planning.
**Additional Information:**
+ Relocation is not available for this position.
+ Travel will be expected up to 25% of the time.
+ This position is a fully onsite work model, requiring you are onsite in either Houston, TX, Lafayette, IN or Virginia Beach, VA COGMD offices.
**This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.**
**As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at** ** **.**
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
**Summary Pay Range:**
$110,520.00 - $165,840.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
**Benefits:**
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
+ Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
+ Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
+ 401(k) savings plans*
+ Health Savings Account (HSA)*
+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
+ Health Lifestyle Programs*
+ Employee Assistance Program*
+ Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
+ Career Development*
+ Incentive bonus*
+ Disability benefits
+ Life Insurance
+ Parental leave
+ Adoption benefits
+ Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
**Posting Dates:**
October 3, 2025 - October 16, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Supply Chain Analyst to join our dynamic purchasing department based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, US . This critical role will involve analyzing and optimizing all aspects of the supply chain, from procurement to logistics and inventory management. You will be responsible for identifying cost-saving opportunities, improving operational efficiencies, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of supply chain principles, and proficiency in data analysis tools. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining supply chain dashboards, forecasting demand, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and implementing best practices in inventory control. You will work closely with internal departments, including operations, finance, and sales, to ensure seamless supply chain operations. The ability to identify and mitigate supply chain risks is crucial. Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and supply chain management software is highly desirable. We are seeking an individual who is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of making data-driven decisions. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, coupled with at least 5 years of relevant experience in purchasing or supply chain operations. A Master's degree and relevant certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPIM) are a plus. You will play a key role in shaping our procurement strategies and ensuring a robust and efficient supply chain that supports our business objectives. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaborating with stakeholders at all levels.

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain Operations Lead to manage and optimize logistics and warehousing functions at their key facility in Virginia Beach, Virginia, US . This role is critical for ensuring the smooth flow of goods from procurement to final delivery, maintaining inventory accuracy, and enhancing operational efficiency. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing warehouse operations, managing inventory levels, coordinating transportation, and implementing process improvements to reduce costs and improve service levels. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring a strong understanding of supply chain principles, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Responsibilities include:

• Directing and coordinating all daily warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Implementing and maintaining effective inventory management systems to ensure accuracy and minimize stockouts or overstock situations.
• Developing and executing strategies to optimize warehouse layout, workflow, and space utilization.
• Managing relationships with carriers and logistics providers to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation of goods.
• Overseeing the maintenance and condition of warehouse equipment and facilities.
• Leading and developing a team of warehouse associates, providing training, performance management, and fostering a safe working environment.
• Ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and company policies within the warehouse.
• Analyzing supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Implementing Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement in operational processes.
• Collaborating with procurement, sales, and customer service teams to align supply chain operations with business objectives.
• Managing operational budgets and controlling expenses related to warehousing and logistics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in logistics and warehousing, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proven experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of inventory control techniques, material handling, and transportation management.
• Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements and drive operational efficiency.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in a warehouse environment.
• Experience with Lean or Six Sigma principles is a significant advantage.
• Must be able to work on-site in Virginia Beach, Virginia, US .

Join our client and play a key role in shaping the future of their supply chain operations in Virginia Beach, Virginia, US .