Senior Supply Chain Manager

ABOUT US:

 Founded in Birmingham, Alabama in 1964, Spradling International, Inc. is a global leader in high-quality vinyl and surface solutions, with operations across seven countries. The company designs and manufactures innovative products ranging from upholstery vinyl and premium leather alternatives to performance-driven materials for marine, automotive, hospitality, corporate seating, gaming, and general upholstery markets. Through the acquisition of Corinthian LLC, Spradling expanded into specialty flooring solutions for automotive, marine, and other demanding applications, adding decades of expertise in textile development, manufacturing, and fabrication. Together, Spradling and Corinthian are united by a shared commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and value—delivering resourceful, quality-driven solutions while creating trusted products and meaningful careers employees are proud to build.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for leading all procurement, inventory management, demand planning, forecasting, supplier management, and supply chain analytics across the Company's North American operations.

  This role will establish the systems, processes, metrics, and accountability necessary to improve inventory performance, reduce backorders, strengthen supplier relationships, and improve customer service levels through proactive planning and execution.

  The successful candidate will transform a fragmented, reactive organization into a disciplined, data-driven supply chain function that supports profitable growth and exceptional customer service.

  This position reports directly to the President and works closely with Operations, Customer Service, Sales, and Finance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supply Chain Leadership
  • Develop and execute the overall supply chain strategy.
  • Standardize supply chain processes across multiple business units and locations.
  • Establish common KPI reporting, performance reviews, and operating disciplines.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on customer service, inventory performance, and operational efficiency.
  • Create a culture of accountability, visibility, and proactive problem-solving.

• Inventory Management

  • Own inventory strategy and performance across all locations.
  • Establish inventory targets and stocking policies by product category and location.
  • Improve inventory turns while maintaining customer service objectives.
  • Reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
  • Improve inventory accuracy and inventory visibility throughout the organization.
  • Implement ABC inventory management and inventory segmentation strategies.

• Procurement & Supplier Management

  • Lead all purchasing and sourcing activities.
  • Develop strategic supplier relationships.
  • Implement supplier scorecards and quarterly business reviews.
  • Improve supplier delivery performance, lead time reliability, and responsiveness.
  • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
  • Support cost reduction and working capital initiatives.

• Planning & Forecasting

  • Implement and lead a formal Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
  • Improve forecast accuracy across all business units.
  • Align inventory and purchasing decisions with customer demand and business objectives.
  • Develop capacity planning and supply planning processes.
  • Create visibility into future inventory risks and supply constraints.

• Customer Service Support & Supply Chain Execution

  • Partner closely with Customer Service to improve overall service levels.
  • Lead the weekly Customer Hot List review process.
  • Ensure all material shortages and supply disruptions have documented recovery plans.
  • Provide proactive visibility regarding inventory shortages, supplier delays, and service risks.
  • Drive improvements in On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) performance through better planning and inventory management.
  • Participate in customer recovery efforts when supply chain issues impact service performance.

• Backorder Management

  • Establish a formal backorder management process across all divisions.
  • Implement reporting and visibility tools to identify service risks before customer impact occurs.
  • Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring shortages.
  • Reduce total backorders, aged backorders, and expedite activity.
  • Ensure accountability, ownership, and recovery plans for all significant service issues.

• Systems, Analytics & KPI Management

  • Maximize utilization of ERP, MRP, forecasting, and planning systems.
  • Develop dashboards and reporting tools that provide real-time visibility into supply chain performance.
  • Establish company-wide supply chain KPIs and reporting standards.
  • Drive data-based decision making throughout the organization.
  • Lead process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience.
• 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience.
• Strong background in purchasing, inventory management, planning, and supplier management.
• Experience managing supply chain operations across multiple facilities or business units.
• Strong ERP/MRP systems experience.
• Demonstrated success improving inventory performance and customer service metrics.
• Strong analytical, process-oriented, and KPI-driven management style.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Experience implementing S&OP processes.
• Experience leading supply chain transformations or turnarounds.
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial products, textiles, building products, or distribution environments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.