Senior Manager of Supply Chain

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Perimeter Solutions is a premier global manufacturer of specialized chemicals and services, committed to delivering high-performance solutions across a range of industries, including firefighting. Our mission is to help save lives and protect property and the environment. We take pride in our focus on safety, innovation, and customer service providing critical products where and when they matter most.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Manager, Supply Chain to lead sourcing, procurement, inventory control, warehousing/logistics and material planning efforts across a multi-site manufacturing network. This role plays a critical part in aligning supply chain operations with business strategies, to ensure proper inventory control, procurement, and warehousing of raw materials and finished goods. This role supports ensuring inbound supply supports service, quality, and cost objectives while adhering to stringent government regulations, especially in partnership with R&D and quality functions.

In addition, this position will lead the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process, ensuring demand signals translate into aligned procurement and manufacturing plans that drive efficient and timely product delivery across the supply chain. The ideal candidate brings strong cross-functional leadership to drive integrated business planning across Commercial, Operations, Finance, and R&D teams.

At Perimeter Solutions, you will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, accountability, and operational excellence. We offer a flexible and dynamic work environment, the opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives, and the ability to make a tangible impact across a global supply chain.

  • Location: Flexible (Based in U.S., preferred Western states)
  • Travel: 20%
  • Reports To: Business Unit Controller
  • Employment Type: Full-Time

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Lead strategic sourcing and procurement across direct and indirect materials, aligning with long-term business and compliance objectives.
  • Drive cross-functional Integrated Business Planning (IBP), including ownership of the SIOP process to align demand planning with supply execution across a multi-site manufacturing network.
  •  Design and implement inventory management processes within the ERP ecosystem to support end-to-end supply chain visibility and automation.
  • Drive cost reductions and negotiation strategies using external commodity indices and market data.
  • Develop and maintain multi-sourcing relationships to mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply.
  •  Partner with Manufacturing and Logistics teams to align inventory positioning and reduce transfer shipments while ensuring 100% customer service levels.
  • Define and implement supply chain policies, procedures, and best practices in alignment with executive leadership.
  • Lead special projects focused on lead time improvements, sourcing optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.  
  • Manage and mentor a small team directly and provide indirect leadership and coaching to site-based procurement, inventory control, and receiving personnel.
  •  Collaborate with R&D to optimize approved formulations and supplier strategies in highly regulated environments, beginning at the front end of the product development process. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  •     Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
  •     Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in supply chain or procurement roles, ideally in a manufacturing or chemical environment.
  •     Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering measurable results.
  •     Strong knowledge of ERP systems, Excel and experience implementing process improvements and automation.
  •     Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills 

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  •     Advanced expertise in supply chain management, supplier negotiations, and material cost control.
  •     Background in chemical engineering or experience in government regulated industries.
  •     Six Sigma or other continuous improvement certifications.
  •     Proven ability to lead change, develop new processes, and build strong internal and external relationships.
  •     Experience in system implementation and Management of Change (MOC). 

BENEFITS

Perimeter Solutions offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, among others.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

  •     Prolonged periods of sitting or standing, particularly during data analysis and computer-based work.
  •     Frequent visual focus on computer screens, spreadsheets, and technical documents.
  •     Occasional walking through manufacturing and production areas, requiring the use of company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE).
  •     Potential exposure to moderate factory noise levels and airborne particles. 

Perimeter Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.