Supply Chain Manager- University Park, IL

Verdant Specialty SolutionsUniversity Park, IL

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Director

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Know how to turn a complex manufacturing supply chain into an executable plan? We should talk.

Verdant Specialty Solutions is looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead supply chain execution at our University Park, Illinois manufacturing site.

This is an onsite leadership role with responsibility for connecting customer demand, production capability, materials, inventory, warehousing, and logistics to keep products moving safely, reliably, and efficiently.

We're looking for someone who can see the entire supply chain, anticipate constraints, make smart tradeoffs, and bring Operations, Commercial, Procurement, Customer Service, and other teams together around a plan that works.

What You'll Own

Lead the site Sales, Operations & Inventory Planning (SOIP) process, translating demand, capacity, material availability, and inventory targets into an executable supply plan
Own production planning and scheduling in partnership with Operations
Drive inventory strategy, forecasting, accuracy, optimization, and working-capital improvement
Ensure raw materials and packaging are available to support production while maintaining appropriate inventory levels
Lead site logistics, warehousing, and production-support activities
Oversee outbound transportation, distribution, carrier performance, and freight execution
Coordinate third-party storage, toll manufacturing, and applicable trading activities
Establish and monitor supply chain KPIs, identify root causes, and lead corrective actions
Develop and continuously improve supply chain processes, controls, and cross-functional ways of working
Lead and develop the site supply chain team

What We're Looking For

5+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including leadership of planning, inventory, logistics, or related activities
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
Strong experience with production planning and scheduling, inventory management, logistics, and cross-functional supply chain execution
Experience in chemical, process, or complex manufacturing strongly preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance customer service, production constraints, inventory, cost, and working-capital priorities
Experience with ERP and supply chain systems; SAP experience is a plus

Why Verdant?

You'll join a global specialty chemicals business where Supply Chain plays a critical role in connecting our customers with our manufacturing operations.

This is an opportunity to lead a key site function, build stronger processes, develop a high-performing team, and directly influence service, inventory, operational performance, and business results.

Ready to take ownership of the plan and keep the supply chain moving? We'd love to hear from you.

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This job at Verdant Specialty Solutions is located in University Park, IL, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Verdant Specialty Solutions lists this role as a Full-time position.

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Verdant Specialty Solutions is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.

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Verdant Specialty Solutions offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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