Manager, Supply Chain

The Manager of Supply Chain is responsible for leading end-to-end supply chain operations, including demand planning, procurement, production planning, logistics, inventory management, and supplier relationship management. This is a strategic and tactical role that is accountable for optimizing supply chain performance, driving cost efficiencies, ensuring material availability, and supporting company growth objectives through effective planning and execution. This role also leads a small team inclusive of the warehouse and buyer/planner activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with business goals, including cost reduction, risk management, and agility.
• Drive cross-departmental review of spend analytics to identify cost optimization strategies in both direct and indirect procurement processes.
• Conduct detailed spend analysis to identify opportunities and steer change to reduce expenses.
• Lead analysis to mitigate obsolescence and supply chain chain disruption through the validation of alternate vendors and parts.
• Serve as the key operational liaison between Supply Chain, Field Operations (Domestic/International), Finance, and other crossfunctional areas across the business to coordinate activities and service internal customers.
• Own the annual supply chain budgets and collaborate with Finance on forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting related to supply chain performance.
• Proactively manage risks and escalate issues impacting budget, forecast, or strategic goals.
• Drive supplier performance through contracts, KPIs, QBRs (Quarterly Business Reviews), and ongoing relationship management.
• Lead or support ERP/PLM and digital transformation initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Establish and track departmental KPIs; report to leadership on performance, gaps, and improvement plans.
• Own and drive the global master production and material plan to maximize availability for manufacturing and service, while minimizing costs and on-hand inventory.
• Accept demand inputs from across the organization (manufacturing, service, field change orders, etc.) to plan material procurement effectively.
• Provide leadership to staff by establishing clear expectations and demonstrating high standards of work practices, customer service, and safety conscious behavior.
• Establish and document processes and best practices to drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor and measure the performance and activities of the warehouse with a primary focus on quality, operational efficiency, and profitability on a regular basis.
• Develop, monitor, maintain, and execute effective inventory management processes to ensure high levels of on time shipping to the Field Operations staff.
• Develop global warehousing and distribution strategy and act as lead contact coordinating any third party logistics services.
• Lead efforts to ensure warehouse facility is maintained in a safe, clean and orderly manner.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 6+ years’ relevant experience in supply chain and buyer/planner type roles.
• 2+ year people management and/or team leadership experience preferred.
• APICS Certifications (CPIM, CSCP) greatly desired.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers, global suppliers, and complex product assemblies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proven success increasing revenue, driving customer satisfaction, and/or improving efficiency in a warehouse/ inventory management setting.
• Proven track record of developing strategies and leading cross-functional initiatives that drive performance improvement.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and supply chain planning tools.
• Comfortable communicating at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent time management and problem solving skills.
• Must have familiarity with financial statements.
• Solid negotiating, consulting skills, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent team player.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products with a very high level of Microsoft Excel skill, including the ability to utilize advanced formulas, pivot tables, and macros to analyze complex data and prepare reports.

Location & Travel Expectations

• This position is based in Kent, WA (Seattle area). A hybrid schedule of on-site and work from home is welcome.
• This position requires up to 10% business travel.

Physical Requirements

Pay and Benefits

• Health & Wellness Coverage – Three outstanding medical plans to choose from, along with dental and vision insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Life Insurance. 
• Retirement Savings – Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with a company-match that immediately vests.
• Paid Time-Off – PTO accruals begin at 18 days per year, plus 10 company holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.  Additionally, we offer paid parental and adoption leave.
• Other Perks and Benefits – A generous Corporate Matched Giving plan and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Work Environment – We offer a casual and flexible work environment with work from home options.

EEO Statement

We are Coinstar because of our people. We value and embrace their unique and diverse talents, perspectives and experiences and strive to build an environment where everyone can bring their best self to work.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Coinstar will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our Human Resources team via