Duties And Responsibilities

Analyze system data for raw materials, corrugate and packaging to create purchase orders for materials in support of production needs

Process purchase order and acknowledgements

Manage vendor delivery and fall outs

Work with sales and scheduling to expedite pull in of orders and the material availability

Maintain a sharp focus on inventory levels as well as reducing excess inventory

Manage supplier base to ensure supply of materials meets current and future production needs

Participate in Supply Chain projects and initiatives

Establish and foster solid working relationships with outside vendors

Obtain and maintain vendor pricing, availability and delivery

Create and maintain work instructions and standard operating procedures

Update and maintain raw material planning parameters (Safety Stock, MOQ)

Participate in meetings (inventory, vendor, management review, supply chain team)

Proactively identify risk to the supply chain, supply, cost and lead times and raise concerns to Manager

Participate in near miss program and provide recommendations

Create and drive improvements in the Supply Chain

Continuous improvement, lean manufacturing & 5S abilities to grow department

Problem solving analytical skill set needed to perform job daily

Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly reports and critical trackers

Analyze and provide solutions to expedite and escalation requests from Inside Sales

Input data in a timely and accurate manner and facilitate reporting within IQMS

General

Follow all guidelines and standards including but not limited to policies, procedures and practices

Maintain a professional, polite and courteous team approach working in a team environment

Sharp focus on safety and promoting a safe work environment. Report unsafe work conditions and practices. Support the near miss program

Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills

Self-motivated, self-disciplined and self-directed

Develop and foster trusted relationship, both internally and externally, through meetings and various forms of communication including but not limited to telephone, e-mail, web based, and conference calls

Forecasting/planning experience beneficial

Position Requirements

APICS certification beneficial

Intermediate math and numeric aptitude required

Experience in a manufacturing environment beneficial

Intermediate level of experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point

Ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a very fast paced environment

Expertise in ERP and/or MRP systems

Proven team player and a sharp focus on customer service and satisfaction

Ability to successfully work both collaboratively and autonomously

A high level of trustworthiness and the ability to achieve integrity on all levels

Solid problem-solving ability

Detail orientated

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