Supply Chain Manager

Manage the local supplier network composition, focusing on capacity, capabilities, and strategic commercial needs.  To include onboarding and offboarding.  

Reduce dependency on single-source suppliers, negotiate supply agreements, and conduct supplier evaluations.  

Accountable for the on-time shipment of customer orders from suppliers for the local region.   

Supervise the selection and qualification of new suppliers to expand our supplier network.  

Aid the Legal Team in supplier contract negotiations and compliance  

Develop strong relationships with newly onboarded suppliers, creating business opportunities and setting them up for success.  

Maintain and enhance relationships with current suppliers, ensuring their satisfaction and increasing their engagement with the platform. To include 10% travel to supplier locations.  

Identify and develop new capabilities, such as materials and post-processing options, to expand our local offering and meet customer demands.  

Aid the Sourcing Team in planning and securing production capacity to support business growth and ensure timely order fulfillment.  

Accountable for supplier quality and the adherence to compliance standards set by the Quality Team.  

Monitor and report supplier network performance including, but not limited to, on-time Rate, non-conformances, and order fulfillment.   

Act as a liaison between Protolabs and our suppliers and function as the point of contact for supplier issues that need to be escalated.  

Develop suppliers by identifying and deploying manufacturing best practices to ensure process consistency across the network.  

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Engineering, and Operations, to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.  

Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and technological advancements to drive continuous improvement in supply chain practices.