{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T11:18:49.021Z","occupation":{"soc":"11-3071.04","title":"Supply Chain Managers","group":"Management","sector":"48-49","jobZone":4,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers supply chain management practice from entry-level operations support through executive leadership across warehousing, procurement, transportation, inventory control, and cross-functional coordination in manufacturing, distribution, and logistics environments.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Equipment and staffing requirements — identify and document under supervisor direction when planning material loading, unloading, or storage operations at a distribution facility.","Inventory records and purchase orders — review and update using inventory management software under guidance in a warehouse or procurement environment.","Transportation route options — research and compare basic cost data to support route selection decisions within an established supply chain team.","Supply chain performance metrics — locate, record, and summarize predefined KPIs such as product cost or on-time delivery in spreadsheet software under direction.","Supply chain process documentation — assist in drafting standard operating procedures for new or improved workflows under the supervision of a senior manager.","Cross-functional coordination procedures — support development of communication protocols between supply chain and departments such as sales or finance by gathering relevant data.","Demand forecasts — compile historical sales and inventory data to assist supply chain planners in creating near-term supply plans using ERP software.","Inventory analysis reports — generate standard reports from database query tools to help identify excess stock or shortage risks in a distribution center.","Vendor communications — draft routine written correspondence and track follow-up items using office suite and calendar software under managerial oversight.","Scheduling and logistics calendars — maintain and update shipment and delivery schedules in calendar and scheduling software to support team coordination activities."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Equipment and staffing levels — determine and recommend appropriate allocations for material movement operations at a mid-sized warehousing or fulfillment facility with reduced oversight.","Purchasing and inventory control activities — manage routine procurement cycles, material requirements planning runs, and receiving workflows using MRP and ERP software in a manufacturing or distribution environment.","Transportation route optimization — evaluate and select shipment consolidation or warehousing distribution strategies to reduce freight costs across a regional supplier network.","Performance metric dashboards — configure and maintain supply chain KPI dashboards tracking product cost, quality, and cycle time using business intelligence and spreadsheet tools.","Supply chain process improvements — implement documented process changes to warehouse or procurement workflows and monitor early performance outcomes in a logistics operation.","Cross-functional coordination — apply established procedures to align supply chain activities with production scheduling, sales forecasting, and quality assurance teams on routine projects.","Supply planning collaboration — confer regularly with demand planners and category managers to refine near-term supply plans and flag material availability risks in a B2B environment.","Inventory turn analysis — analyze current inventory data to identify slow-moving stock, recommend reorder point adjustments, and reduce carrying costs in a distribution center.","Supplier negotiation support — participate in vendor negotiations for freight and materials contracts, applying knowledge of transportation economics and company cost targets.","ERP data integrity — monitor and correct supply chain master data records within enterprise resource planning and inventory management systems to ensure accurate reporting."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Equipment and staffing optimization — autonomously determine resource requirements and adjust staffing models to meet variable throughput demands across multiple warehouse or logistics sites.","End-to-end supply chain management — independently oversee strategic purchasing, inventory control, materials requirements planning, and distribution operations across a complex multi-site supply network.","Multi-modal transportation strategy — design and execute route consolidation and carrier mix strategies that maximize cost efficiency and service levels across domestic and international freight lanes.","Supply chain performance framework — define, validate, and continuously refine a comprehensive set of metrics covering cost, quality, lead time, and supplier performance for an enterprise supply chain.","Process improvement leadership — lead cross-functional teams in diagnosing supply chain inefficiencies, piloting lean or Six Sigma solutions, and scaling successful process changes organization-wide.","Integrated functional coordination — develop and govern formal coordination procedures that synchronize supply chain operations with sales, marketing, finance, production, and quality assurance across business units.","Demand and supply planning — lead collaborative planning sessions with supply chain planners and commercial stakeholders to build robust supply plans that balance service levels and inventory investment.","Advanced inventory optimization — apply statistical analysis and scenario modeling to redesign inventory policies, substantially improving inventory turns and reducing waste across a multi-echelon network.","Complex problem resolution — apply systems analysis and deductive reasoning to diagnose and resolve non-routine supply disruptions, such as supplier failures or port delays, with minimal escalation.","Technology solution deployment — evaluate, configure, and drive adoption of supply chain software platforms including ERP, MRP, and inventory management tools across functional user groups."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Supply chain strategy — set the long-range strategic direction for end-to-end supply chain operations, aligning sourcing, logistics, and inventory investment with corporate growth and profitability objectives.","Organizational capability building — design and lead supply chain talent development programs, mentoring managers and planners to build enterprise-wide competency in procurement, logistics, and operations.","Enterprise performance governance — establish and institutionalize a supply chain performance measurement system that drives accountability, benchmarking, and continuous improvement at the executive leadership level.","Network design leadership — direct large-scale supply chain network redesign initiatives, including facility footprint decisions, make-versus-buy analysis, and global sourcing strategy across international markets.","Cross-enterprise integration — forge and govern formal collaboration frameworks between supply chain and executive stakeholders in finance, commercial, operations, and technology to ensure aligned business outcomes.","Strategic supplier relationships — lead executive-level supplier partnerships and contract negotiations that secure competitive advantage in cost, quality, innovation, and supply continuity at a global scale.","Innovation and technology roadmap — define the organization's supply chain technology investment strategy, sponsoring adoption of advanced platforms such as AI-driven demand sensing, ERP modernization, and digital twin modeling.","Risk and resilience architecture — develop and institutionalize enterprise supply chain risk management frameworks that ensure business continuity under geopolitical, environmental, or market disruption scenarios.","Culture of operational excellence — champion a culture of data-driven decision making, integrity, and achievement orientation across the supply chain organization to drive sustainable performance improvement.","Board and executive communication — synthesize complex supply chain performance, risk, and opportunity data into clear, authoritative recommendations for executive leadership, board committees, and external stakeholders."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}