Hire a Veteran Supply Chain Manager
The U.S. military runs the largest, most complex logistics operation on earth. Veterans from its supply and transportation fields move into civilian supply chain roles and immediately raise the standard. LockLeed places that talent across Minnesota's distribution and manufacturing corridors.
What a Supply Chain Manager Owns
- Own end-to-end supply chain: planning, procurement, inventory, distribution
- Manage suppliers, cost, and service levels
- Drive sales and operations planning and demand/supply balancing
- Lead a team across the supply function
Typical Twin Cities compensation (approximate — verify current figures): $90,000 – $150,000, depending on scope, sector, and experience.
Backgrounds that map to this role
92A automated logistics, 88N transportation management, 90A logistics officers, Navy LS/SK, Air Force 2S, Marine 3043.
Why veterans excel in Supply Chain & Logistics
- Veterans have managed inventory, transportation, and distribution at scale, under real constraints.
- Accountability for property and materiel is drilled in — nothing goes unaccounted for.
- They plan against demand, expedite when it breaks, and keep the supply moving.
From Requisition to First Slate
Requirements Brief
We learn the role, the team, the must-haves, and what “great” looks like for you.
Source & Screen
We tap our veteran network, screen against your spec, and run a structured LockLeed interview.
Vetted Shortlist
You get 2–4 vetted finalists with our written endorsement — typically a first slate in 5–10 business days.
Pay on Hire
Contingency model with a placement guarantee. You pay when you hire — not before.
Supply Chain Manager Hiring FAQ
What military backgrounds make a good Supply Chain Manager?
92A automated logistics, 88N transportation management, 90A logistics officers, Navy LS/SK, Air Force 2S, Marine 3043.
How fast can LockLeed present Supply Chain Manager candidates?
For most roles we deliver a first slate of 2-4 vetted finalists within 5-10 business days of the requirements brief.
What does it cost to hire through LockLeed?
We work on a contingency model with a placement guarantee — you pay only when you hire, and the placement is guaranteed. It is always free for the candidate.
Do you place Supply Chain Managers outside the Twin Cities?
We are based in Minneapolis and focused on Minnesota and the surrounding region, with a national veteran network we can tap for the right search.
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Tell us the role and we'll bring you a vetted shortlist — free to start, pay only when you hire.