Supply Chain Management Lead

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

Position Summary 

The Supply Chain Management Lead - CSCL is responsible for managing supplier performance, mitigating supply chain risks, and ensuring material availability to support production and customer delivery requirements. This role serves as a key liaison between suppliers, procurement, planning, manufacturing, and program leadership to proactively address supply disruptions, drive supplier accountability, and manage critical material shortages. The Supply Chain Management Lead exercises independent judgment in prioritizing activities, resolving complex supply chain challenges, and implementing corrective actions to support business objectives. 

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

What You Will Do:

• Supplier Relationship & Performance: Cultivate ongoing supplier relationships, drive accountability, and work closely with buyers and suppliers to resolve outstanding items (including supplier commitments and corrective actions). 
• Material Availability & Shortage Management: Balance production schedules to prevent shortages or overstock. Proactively track, address, and escalate critical material shortages, analyzing their potential 30-90 day impact on customer requirements. 
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with buyers, planners, manufacturing, engineering, and value stream leadership to leverage order priority, manage escalations, and aid in program recovery. 
• Risk Mitigation & Root Cause Analysis: Proactively monitor supply chain disruptions, implement risk mitigation strategies, and perform root cause analysis using 5Why or similar methodologies. 
• Reporting & Data Analysis: Maintain accurate delivery schedules and supplier performance metrics. Create, read, and present Line of Balance (LOB) reports and leverage analytical dashboards to track material availability. 
• Technical Support & Open Market Sourcing: Support the identification and procurement of alternate materials in collaboration with engineering, and research the open market for available materials to address critical shortages when necessary. 
• Compliance & Governance: Review material receipts, confirm availability, and ensure status updates (such as FAI, SRI, and QN status) are provided in alignment with established program governance guidelines and OSHA safety rules. 

What You Will Bring:

• Education & Experience: Associate degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of SCM experience; OR 9+ years of SCM experience in lieu of a degree. 
• Industry Context: Preferred experience in the electronics and/or aerospace manufacturing industry. 
• Technical Interpretation: Strong ability to interpret technical documents, including engineering drawings and specifications, to identify manufacturer part numbers. 
• Core Competencies: Effective problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and communicate seamlessly with cross-functional stakeholders. 
• Systems Proficiency: Solid experience with MRP/ERP systems (such as SAP) and intermediate-to-advanced MS Excel skills. 
• Preferred Systems (Plus): Experience with analytical platforms (e.g., Tableau) or specialized material management and PLM tools (e.g., Pelico, Teamcenter) is highly desirable. 
• Certifications: APICS or CPIM strongly preferred. 

Pay Range: $60,000 - $75,000 per year 

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

Onsite: Rockford, IL

•    You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours. 

•    Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, 0% of travel is required.

Citizenship Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits - Full-time (Regular)

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching 

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Referral program

• Vision insurance

• Short/Long Term Disability