Supply Chain Manager

Position: Supply Chain Manager
Remote Status: On-Site (Office) Required
Corporate Office: San Ramon, California
Relocation Assistance: No (Local Candidates Are Encouraged to Apply and Will Be Given Preference)
Closing: Continuous Recruitment. We are accepting and reviewing all qualified applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are listed in this announcement for consideration on an ongoing basis.
Application Screening Process: Your application will not be considered if you fail to meet the minimum qualifications listed below or do not submit a detailed cover letter and resume as required for the application screening process.
Salary: $95,000-$100,000
The successful candidate's starting base will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the base range for this role.

Who You Are
You are a hands-on, detail-driven supply chain professional who thrives in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. You take ownership of purchasing and inventory processes, communicate clearly with suppliers and internal teams, and enjoy building structure and efficiency into daily operations. You balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution, and you're energized by the opportunity to help implement a new ERP/MRP system that will elevate operational performance. Above all, you are proactive, resourceful, and motivated by the impact your work has on production, quality, and customer satisfaction.

The Position
As the Supply Chain Manager, you will own all purchasing-related activities across the company, ensuring materials and services are sourced cost-effectively and delivered on time. You will manage the full procurement, logistics, and inventory lifecycle while collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams.

You will also play a key role in our transition from QuickBooks to a more robust ERP/MRP system, helping evaluate options and support implementation to improve operational efficiency.

This position offers significant growth potential, with the opportunity to expand into a broader Supply Chain & Operations leadership role as the company continues to scale.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations management
• Strong background in purchasing, vendor management, and inventory control
• Experience overseeing shipping and receiving operations in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems; experience transitioning from QuickBooks is a plus
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Experience in instrumentation, hardware, or medical device manufacturing is a plus

Physical Requirements
These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these on an as-needed basis.

• Ability to lift and move materials up to 25-50 lbs as needed
• Ability to stand, walk, or move between work areas within the production and manufacturing environment
• Ability to use standard material-handling tools or equipment (training provided if needed)
• Ability to work in a production/manufacturing area on a regular basis

Job Responsibilities and Expectations
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

• Lead all purchasing activities for the entire company, including sourcing, negotiating pricing, and managing supplier contracts
• Manage and strengthen relationships with domestic and international suppliers
• Manage inventory control, stock accuracy, and material availability to support production
• Own shipping and receiving operations, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant movement of materials
• Manage the full purchase order lifecycle, including creation, approval routing, tracking, and reconciliation
• Support the evaluation, selection, and implementation of a new ERP/MRP system
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions when needed
• Identify and implement process improvements across procurement, inventory, and logistics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production schedules and new product development
• Maintain compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned, including tasks that may fall outside the traditional scope of this classification as business needs evolve

Who We Are
RheoSense is a technology-driven small business dedicated to advancing fluid characterization through innovative microfluidic viscometry solutions. As a dynamic and fast-growing organization, we operate with the agility of a startup while serving customers across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, research laboratories, and manufacturing environments.

We are a close-knit team that values precision, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Because we are a small business, being cost-conscious, resourceful, and operationally efficient is essential to our long-term sustainability and competitiveness. Every team member plays a meaningful role in supporting our customers and driving innovation in the science of viscosity measurement.

What We Offer

• Contribute to a team advancing cutting-edge fluid measurement technology
• Opportunity to shape and optimize core operational processes
• Lead a meaningful systems transition that will elevate company operations
• Clear growth path into expanded supply chain and operations leadership
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A collaborative, innovative environment where your expertise has real impact

If you're a proactive, detail-driven supply chain professional who excels at managing purchasing, inventory, logistics, and systems improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

RheoSense is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Pay Range: $95,000 - $100,000 per year