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Velocity · 5 days ago

Supply Chain Manager

Pensacola, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Velocity is a leading builder of Re-Engineered Classics™, redefining classic vehicle ownership. They are seeking a solution-oriented Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, logistics, and inventory control functions, ensuring materials flow seamlessly to support production.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, vendor management, logistics, and inventory control

Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and process gaps—and develop corrective measures that deliver measurable results

Lead, coach, and develop employees, holding your team accountable for meeting deadlines, cost targets, and performance metrics

Establish and communicate clear expectations, creating a culture of ownership, urgency, and results

Drive successful implementation and integration of supply chain management software; ensure data accuracy and team adoption

Collaborate cross-functionally with production, engineering, quality, and finance to align materials flow with project timelines and budgets

Proactively drives clear, consistent communication across all levels of the organization to align teams and stakeholders, resulting in faster decision cycles

Analyze KPIs and relative data to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and minimize material shortages or excess

Negotiate with suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness

Mitigate sole-source supplier risk through vendor diversification and development

Continually evaluate and improve vendor performance and supply chain processes through vendor scoring and process optimization

Maintain compliance with company policies and safety standards

Qualification

ERP software implementationSupply chain managementVendor managementAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsLeadership abilitiesResilienceContingency planningVendor partnershipsSupply chain continuityCost-effective procurementKPI analysisProblem-solvingOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsAdaptabilityAttention to detail

Required

Proven experience implementing ERP or supply chain software systems

Demonstrated ability to identify problems, create actionable solutions, and drive accountability within a team

Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail

Manages risk and develops contingency plans

Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities

Highly skilled in cultivating strong vendor partnerships to ensure reliable supply chain continuity and cost-effective procurement

High level of adaptability and resilience in a challenging, fast-paced environment

5+ years of experience in supply chain operations in a manufacturing or production environment

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field preferred but not required

CSCP certification desired

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability/Aflac available after 60 days

401(k) with company match after 6 months at next enrollment period

Paid time off and paid holidays

Company sponsored events

Tool program

Merchandise discounts

Friendly team environment

Company

Velocity

Velocity redefines classic car and truck ownership from a state-of-the-art 135,000 sq/ft facility in Northwest Florida, where we design, engineer, and handcraft the finest restomods in the industry.

Founded in 2013

Cantonment, Florida, USA

51-200 employees