Universal Air Filter is a leader in custom air filtration solutions for protecting mission critical equipment.  Serving Telecommunications, Medical, Military, Renewable Energy and Industrial markets, UAF works to develop custom solutions that meet a variety of customer needs to keep critical electronics safe in indoor and outdoor operating environments.  A part of Filtration Group since 2012, UAF has a North American manufacturing in St Louis area as well as sales & engineering support in Taiwan.

Position Summary:

The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for all activities related to the identification, acquisition, material planning, and distribution of Universal Air Filter’s products. This includes managing the day-to-day operations of the supply chain, efficiently sourcing, handling, and delivery of components and finished products to meet business demands. The position is a working manager role that will work cross-functionally with other teams to optimize the supply chain’s performance and align with the company’s strategic growth goals.

Supply Chain Coordination and Strategy

• Work closely with internal teams (Sales, Operations, Engineering) to determine the resources and materials required to support the supply chain effectively.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize the flow of materials and products, balancing cost, quality, risk mitigation, and lead times.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive process improvements for efficiencies, cost reductions, and on-time delivery.

Inventory Management

• Oversee the maintenance of accurate inventories of raw materials and finished products.
• Ensure that adequate inventory levels are maintained to support production schedules, while minimizing excess stock.
• Continuously analyze inventory processes and propose improvements to reduce waste and increase operational efficiency.

Supplier and Vendor Relations

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers and logistics partners to secure the best possible value, service levels, and payment terms.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery times, and cost, and work with vendors to resolve any performance issues.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers to support company growth, redundancy, and operational needs.

Production and Logistics Oversight

• Collaborate with the production team to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules and prevent downtime.
• Optimize warehouse strategies to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of finished products to customers.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Provide support and advice to the team, offering insights into supply chain constraints and material availability for new product initiatives.
• Work with engineering team to coordinate material flows during engineering changes or product upgrades.
• Partner with the sales to align production schedules and forecasts with customer demand.

Team Leadership

• Train and supervise the supply chain team, ensuring optimal performance, continuous improvement, and alignment with business goals.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Handle performance evaluations, employee development, and any disciplinary actions as needed in accordance with company policies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 Years of working experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to engage with leadership team.
• Proficiency in ERP, Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel.
• EMEA/ APAC business environments experience is a plus.