Supply Chain Program Manager

The Supply Chain Program Manager (SCPM) is an execution-focused individual contributor role responsible for coordinating the sourcing, production, and delivery of complex assemblies and components across internal factories and third-party suppliers. This role serves as the central point of coordination to ensure commitments to customers are met with respect to delivery, cost, quality, and responsiveness.

The SCPM works in close partnership with Sales, Project & Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to translate customer demand and program requirements into executable supply chain plans. This role owns day-to-day execution, issue resolution, and cross-functional communication for assigned programs, ensuring alignment across factories and suppliers while proactively managing risk.

Program Execution & Ownership

Own end-to-end supply chain execution for assigned customer programs, products, or projects from order receipt through delivery. Most typically for optical and optomechanical assemblies, but also on other high impact projects.
• Serve as the primary supply chain point of contact for Sales and Project & Program Management on schedule, feasibility, constraints, and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate cross-functional execution plans to support customer requirements, including timelines, priorities, and escalation paths.
• Proactively identify execution risks (capacity, material availability, supplier constraints) and drive mitigation actions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Sales to support quoting, source selection, lead-time commitments, order prioritization, and customer communication.
• Work with Project & Program Management teams to align supply chain execution with overall program schedules and milestones.
• Collaborate with the Engineering, Proposal Development, and Manufacturing teams to ensure manufacturability, routing clarity, and production readiness.
• Act as a customer advocate within the supply chain, balancing service, cost, and operational realities.

Supplier & Factory Coordination

• Coordinate production and material flow across internal factories and third-party suppliers to meet project/program requirements.
• Serve as the primary coordination interface with assigned suppliers, managing schedules, priorities, and delivery performance.
• Support supplier selection and onboarding activities in partnership with Strategic Sourcing and Quality.
  • Requires the ability to read prints for optical and mechanical components and understand key technical specifications that will add risk or manufacturing complexity.
• Drive timely resolution of supplier or factory issues impacting delivery, quality, or cost.

Scheduling, Expediting & Issue Resolution

• Monitor production status, supplier deliveries, and factory loading to ensure on-time execution.
• Lead expediting efforts for critical orders, shortages, or customer-driven priority changes.
• Coordinate root-cause analysis and corrective actions for late, incomplete, or non-conforming deliveries.
• Escalate risks and issues as appropriate with clear data, options, and recommendations.

Planning, Forecasting & Capacity Alignment

• Translate customer demand, forecasts, and project plans into executable supply chain requirements.
• Partner with factories and suppliers to assess capacity, lead times, and constraints.
• Support S&OP, project reviews, and program checkpoints by providing accurate supply chain status and outlook.
• Maintain accurate supply chain data to support planning, reporting, and execution.

Cost, Margin & Profitability Support

• Support cost estimates, RFQs, and sourcing decisions in collaboration with Sales, Strategic Sourcing, and Finance.
• Monitor program-level supply chain cost drivers and highlight risks to margin or profitability.
• Assist with make-versus-buy analysis and execution planning as required.

Continuous Improvement & Governance

• Identify opportunities to improve execution efficiency, communication, and supplier performance.
• Support development and adherence to supply chain processes, tools, and KPIs.
• Contribute to lessons learned and best practices for complex, multi-supplier programs.

Other Functions

• Make recommendations for policy or procedural changes
• Create reports and pivot tables, analyze data as needed to complete tasks at hand
• Assist Supply Chain Leadership as needed
• Participate in cross-functional program reviews, customer meetings, and internal planning sessions as required.
• Support new product introductions, technology transfers, and program ramp-ups.
• Additional projects as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong execution mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical, sales, and operational teams.
• Ability to influence without authority in a matrixed organization.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with sound business judgment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook
• Autonomous, accountable, and willing to learn and expand their knowledge and influence
• U.S. Citizenship or permanent residence required

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in supply chain execution, manufacturing operations, program management, or supplier coordination.
• Experience working with internal factories and external suppliers strongly preferred.
• SAP experience strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; operate general office equipment; work in office setting
• Ability to travel to 5-10% of time

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Think you meet some of the requirements but not all? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs for which they do not meet every qualification. If you see a role that interests you, we encourage you to apply, regardless of whether or not your experience is completely aligned with the job description. Edmund Optics is committed to becoming the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace within the Optics and Photonics Industry and beyond. You may be a great candidate for this role or others within Edmund Optics.

Compensation Range Transparency:

At Edmund Optics, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring practices. The posted salary range for this role reflects the expected base pay. The actual offer will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, education, work experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Salary Range:
$85,000 - $95,000 per year

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match up to 3%
• Daycare and Gym Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave and New Mother Benefits
• Training and Development Opportunities

Availability of these benefits may depend on the country and employment type.

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