Supply Chain Lead

Join a Growing Industry Leader At Thruway Fasteners, Inc., we're more than a distributor. We're a trusted supply chain partner helping manufacturers across North America and around the world operate more efficiently, grow their businesses, and solve complex challenges. As one of the leading distributors of industrial products, Thruway serves hundreds of original equipment manufacturers across 40 states and 28 countries.

Through innovative technology, industry expertise, and customized inventory management solutions, we help our customers keep their operations running smoothly. Headquartered in North Tonawanda, NY, we operate six branch locations throughout New York, Pennsylvania, and Georgia. We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Lead to join our team in Syracuse, NY.

If you're detail-oriented, highly organized, and eager to build a career in supply chain and procurement, this is an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and make an immediate impact within a dynamic and supportive environment. This position plays key role in shaping our supply chain strategy while driving value, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organization.

What You'll Do

As a Supply Chain Lead, you'll play a critical role in supporting product availability, supplier performance, and cost optimization initiatives. You'll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to identify sourcing opportunities, develop strategic supplier relationships, and support business growth through effective supply chain management.

Key responsibilities include

Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers with a focus on quality, reliability, service, capacity, and cost competitiveness. Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships that support Thruway's operational and strategic objectives. Support sourcing strategies for customer RFQs, including supplier selection, pricing, lead times, and supply planning.

Contribute to complex and high-risk quoting opportunities, including new products and custom components. Collaborate with Procurement, Sales, and Operations teams to align sourcing strategies with customer and business requirements. Support cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives through supplier benchmarking and strategic resourcing efforts.

Analyze supply chain performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service, and profitability. Maintain and improve ERP system data integrity to support informed decision-making. Assist in the implementation and continuous improvement of supply chain processes and systems. Develop knowledge of industry standards, materials, manufacturing processes, and market conditions to support strategic sourcing decisions.

Participate in supplier meetings, business reviews, and occasional supplier site visits.

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will bring strong analytical skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to build productive relationships both internally and externally.

Preferred qualifications

Strong attention to detail and analytical skills with a commitment to accuracy. Self-motivated individual with a positive attitude and proactive approach to problem-solving. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external suppliers.

Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering value-driven solutions. Continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to challenge existing processes and identify opportunities for enhancement. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and other business software applications. Strong supplier relationship management and negotiation skills preferred.

Working knowledge of industrial, manufacturing, electrical, or fastener products is preferred. Why Join Thruway? Opportunity to influence sourcing strategy and supplier performance across a growing organization. Develop your expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and supply chain management. Supportive team environment with hands-on training and development.

Exposure to a global supplier network and diverse manufacturing customers. Work for a financially stable, growing company with a strong industry reputation. Be part of a team that directly impacts customer success and operational excellence. Work Environment Professional office environment. Approximately 80% seated work and 20% standing or movement throughout the day.

Occasional travel to branch locations and supplier sites may be required. Job Type : Full-time; Onsite (In-person) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Location: Syracuse, NY Thruway Fasteners, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefit program for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability plans, accident protection, critical illness, legal shield/ID shield plans, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.

Thruway Fasteners, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The chosen candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.