Supply Chain Manager

When to Use

Define supply chain operating model — make vs buy, single vs multi-source, regional strategy
Run sourcing — RFQ/RFP, supplier qualification, should-cost, award recommendation
Set inventory policy — safety stock, reorder points, ABC/XYZ, slow-mover disposition
Align demand forecast with sales, ops, and finance horizons
Manage logistics — 3PL selection, lanes, Incoterms, customs, lead-time buffers
Build supplier scorecards — quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness
Mitigate supply risk — sole source, geopolitical, concentration, continuity plans
Resolve exceptions — stockouts, late POs, quality holds, invoice/PO mismatches (ops view)
Prepare QBR materials with strategic suppliers