**Position Overview:**
As the Production and Supply Chain Manager at Teton Outfitters, you will lead the demand and supply planning, global sourcing, production, compliance, and quality functions that support hard- and soft-line products manufactured across international markets. You will establish a structured sales and operations planning (S&OP) process, strengthen supplier performance, and use data to align inventory and production with business demand. You will lead a small team that includes on-site, remote, and international employees and contractors, and partner with Product, Development, Finance, Logistics, Distribution, and Sales. This role offers a compelling opportunity to build effective supply chain processes, improve product availability, and shape the structure and capabilities of a developing team.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Develop and lead the S&OP process, aligning demand forecasts, supply plans, production capacity, inventory strategies, and business priorities.
+ Create and execute global sourcing and production strategies that improve supplier performance, product availability, cost competitiveness, lead times, and production capacity.
+ Lead and develop a team of on-site, remote, and international employees and contractors across supply planning, sourcing, production, quality, and compliance.
+ Analyze supply, demand, inventory, spend, pricing, and operational data using NetSuite, business intelligence tools, and performance dashboards to guide decisions and establish appropriate safety stock levels to deliver service improvements.
+ Establish supplier performance metrics and scorecards, hold vendors accountable for service and quality expectations, and address delivery, capacity, and production risks.
+ Negotiate supplier pricing, lead times, delivery terms, contracts, and service expectations while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.
+ Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality management processes, documentation, training, reporting, and vendor social compliance programs.
+ Evaluate product specifications, material tolerances, quality data, and customer feedback to identify trends, resolve issues, and improve finished-product quality.
+ Partner cross-functionally with Product, Finance, Logistics, Distribution, and Sales to improve planning, product development, process flows, and operational performance.
+ Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methods, root cause analysis, Kaizen events, process documentation, and key performance indicators.
+ Actively participate and prepare the organization for an SAP ERP transition in a few years.
**Desired Competencies:**
+ Leadership: You inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results.
+ Data & Analytical Literacy: You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.
+ Planning & Organization: You manage time, resources, and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.
+ Decision Making: You are able to make informed and calculated decisions using qualitative and quantitative insights, but at times operating with some ambiguity
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree required.
+ Minimum of 10 years of supply chain experience in the apparel or consumer products industry, including exposure to overseas contract manufacturing.
+ Minimum of 5 years of experience building, leading, and developing teams.
+ Demonstrated experience leading the SIOP process to balance demand forecasts, inventory investments, and supply capabilities to support service, revenue, and profitability targets.
+ Experience managing global sourcing, overseas production, supplier relationships, and contract manufacturing operations.
+ Strong understanding of quality assurance and quality control principles and their application within a supplier or manufacturing environment.
+ Experience analyzing supply chain and inventory data using enterprise systems and business intelligence tools; NetSuite and/or SAP experience is beneficial.
+ Demonstrated ability to negotiate supplier costs, lead times, terms, contracts, and performance expectations.
+ Ability to travel occasionally, including internationally.
+ Ability to work full-time in Rigby, Idaho (hybrid work structure; Tues, Weds & Thurs in-office), with flexibility to address time-sensitive escalations involving international operations. Relocation assistance available to non-local candidates.
+ This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
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