Senior Supply Chain & Operations Manager (PMC)

Position Overview

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now and in the future. At HiTHIUM Tech USA, we're not just building batteries; we're building a cleaner, more sustainable future. As a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions establishing a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in North Texas, we are on a mission to make reliable, cutting-edge Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) accessible to more people. The ideal candidate will lead end-to-end production planning, inventory control, and order fulfillment processes across the Americas region, collaborating with global teams in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Americas region operations including raw materials, logistics, and production planning for cell/module/pack manufacturing.
• Manage end-to-end scheduling, delivery, and planning to ensure alignment with global objectives.
• Oversee raw material and logistics procurement, including planning, tracking arrivals, and ensuring production needs are met.
• Control inventory to reduce capital lock-in while maintaining accuracy and compliance with JIT principles.
• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and run MRP in ERP systems to generate purchase orders.
• Monitor efficiency, address issues swiftly, and respond to urgent requirements to meet deadlines.
• Ensure on-time delivery by managing the entire order-production-delivery cycle as the central communication hub.
• Prioritize customer demands and maximize order fulfillment efficiency.
• Coordinate overseas material fulfillment by partnering with global purchasing and central planning.
• Lead logistics operations, customs clearance, warehousing, and tracking receipt and dispatch of goods.
• Create and execute commodity and supplier strategies, including conducting risk assessments, cost analyses, and implementing cost-saving initiatives.
• Perform strategic and operational purchasing tasks, including market research, supplier management, contract negotiations, and claims resolution.
• Lead budget planning and cost optimization in coordination with Finance, driving material and labor cost efficiency across operations.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve processes and enforce warehouse strategies.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
• Supervise multi-department teams including planning, logistics, warehousing, and material fulfillment.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and present capacity analyses to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years in materials management, purchasing, or supply chain (preferably direct materials).
• 5+ years in PMC/Production Planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred), MRP, and MPS.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with BOM and ECN.
• Experience with international logistics planning, warehouse operations, and transportation management.
• Strong negotiation skills and cost structure analysis.
• Knowledge of international law and supplier evaluation tools.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex global supply chains.
• Proficiency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualifications: Preferred experience in battery manufacturing or complex global supply chains.
• Additional language skills (e.g. Mandarin) considered a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision premiums.
• 401k match to help you plan for your future.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 120 hours during your first year, with increases at key milestones.