Brady Corporation is looking for a Supply Chain Manager (SCM) for our Engraving Solutions business, which includes our Brady and Gravotech brands. This individual owns material flow for Pittsburgh (Cranberry Township) operations including sourcing (direct and indirect spend), procurement, production planning, and the physical movement of material from the warehouse to the production floor. The SCM will be responsible for inventory (including excess/obsolete), supplier management, and cycle count processes.
This in office position will perform as a manager of people to coordinate the activities described above. The successful candidate will define and set clear Supply Chain Strategies and direct the work of key sourcing, procurement and planning personnel in support of the business objectives while also influencing the work of those personnel who do not directly report to him/her.
Preferred Qualifications- Manage supplier relationships, SAP planning data, cycle count process management, shipping and receiving practices, and contract terms
- Partner with marketing to support commodity requirements
- Support sourcing in supplier selection and contract negotiations while focusing on agreements for frequent deliveries and short lead times
- Reduce inventory levels strategically while maintaining high service levels, margin achievement, and an absolute inventory accuracy of 95% or higher
- Administer standards and procedures for Supply Chain Department
- Manage the material delivery system from raw material warehouse to manufacturing floor as well as finished good pickup
- Lead the divisional supply chain strategic planning efforts for the Americas with an emphasis on PQPR (Part Quantity Part Routing) and PFEP (Plan for Every Part)
- Set safety stock and own product forecasting
- Drive and own the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process
- Collaborate cross functionally with Product Managers and Engineers on the NPI (new product introduction) process
- Execute a portfolio of projects to reduce Inventory investment(s) and costs for materials and products used in and by business units
- Generate Net Purchased Cost savings on materials and products
- Negotiate cost reductions for key raw materials or re-sale products, and work to implement Supplier Quality and Performance Management processes within the supply base
Skills Required
- Own material flow for Pittsburgh operations including sourcing, procurement, production planning, and material movement
- Manage inventory including excess/obsolete inventory and maintain high inventory accuracy and cycle count processes
- Manage and develop supplier relationships and supplier performance management processes
- Manage and direct supply chain staff and define supply chain strategies
- Experience with SAP planning data
- Cycle count process management, shipping and receiving practices, and contract terms knowledge
- Experience driving SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) and setting safety stock and forecasting
- Familiarity with PFEP (Plan For Every Part), PQPR (Part Quantity Part Routing), and divisional supply chain strategic planning
- Experience supporting sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and achieving cost reductions
- Cross-functional collaboration with Product Management and Engineering on NPI
- Track record of executing projects to reduce inventory investment and generate net purchased cost savings
Brady Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. employees receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day One, alongside wellness resources and an Employee Assistance Program. Materials also indicate access to mental and behavioral health support.
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Retirement Support — A matched 401(k) plan is provided in the U.S., with formal plan structures and vesting confirmed in company materials and filings. This indicates consistent, programmatic retirement support rather than ad hoc contributions.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is offered, together with family‑building benefits such as fertility coverage and adoption and surrogacy assistance. Scholarship programs and matching gifts further extend family and community support.
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What We Do
Brady Corporation is an international manufacturer and marketer of complete solutions that identify and protect people, products and places. Brady’s products help customers increase safety, security, productivity and performance and include high-performance labels, signs, safety devices, printing systems and software. Founded in 1914, the Company has a diverse customer base in electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, medical, aerospace and a variety of other industries. Brady is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and as of July 31, 2021, employed approximately 5,700 people in its worldwide businesses. Brady’s fiscal 2021 sales were approximately $1.14 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. More information is available on the Internet at www.bradycorp.com.
