Supply Chain Manager at Robert Half

DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead core planning, sourcing, inventory, logistics, and distribution functions in the San Francisco East Bay, California. This position blends strategic oversight with hands-on operational leadership to strengthen service performance, improve efficiency, and support business growth. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to align cross-functional teams and external partners around shared supply chain goals.Responsibilities:• Shape and carry out supply chain plans that improve operational performance, support customer demand, and enable long-term business objectives.• Direct inventory planning, replenishment activities, transportation coordination, and distribution execution to maintain product availability at appropriate stock levels.• Identify process gaps and lead improvement efforts that lower costs, raise service quality, and streamline day-to-day workflows.• Track key supply chain metrics, analyze performance trends, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen overall results.• Anticipate operational disruptions and develop practical contingency plans to reduce risk across sourcing, logistics, and fulfillment activities.• Build productive partnerships with suppliers and logistics providers, managing service expectations, performance reviews, and ongoing accountability.• Lead commercial discussions with external partners, including contract terms and service standards, to secure reliable and cost-effective support.• Work closely with internal departments to coordinate priorities, resolve operational challenges, and ensure supply chain activities align with company needs.• Coach and develop team members, set clear expectations, and promote a culture focused on ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement Requirements• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, distribution, inventory management, or related operational leadership roles.• Strong knowledge of end-to-end supply chain operations, including planning, warehousing, transportation, supplier management, and replenishment.• Experience overseeing domestic and/or global supply chain activities within a fast-moving business environment.• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement initiatives and deliver measurable gains in efficiency, service, or cost performance.• Proficiency with data analysis and business tools, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence decisions across teams and leadership levels.• Proven success leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.Job typePerm