Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management required
5+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, and Planning
Strong inventory control background
Leadership capabilities essential
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office, with strong SAP skills
Ability to handle ambiguity and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and communication skills required
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, and oversee procurement and inventory control activities
Drive productivity improvements and standardize procedures
Collaborate with vendors to align organizational goals
Develop and implement annual business plans and productivity improvements
Establish relationships with cross-functional departments to meet inventory goals
Track vendor performance and key internal metrics
Manage purchase orders and reduce backlogs
Benefits
Opportunities for continuous professional development
Support for LEAN manufacturing principles
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Potential for involvement in strategic planning and decision-making
Chance to directly impact inventory efficiency and cost reductions
Full Job Description
Plans, organizes, and directs all procurement, inventory control and planning activities for USRS.
Drives rapid improvements in productivity and standardizes all applicable procedures to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Collaborates with vendors to ensure organizational goals are aligned.
Contribute to the development, implementation, management and monitoring of annual business plans and productivity improvements.
Establish strong relationships with cross-functional departments to ensure inventory goals are accomplished.
Track external vendors and internal key performance to ensure goal alignment.
Manage purchase orders, backorders, and expedition processes to reduce backlogs.
Identify and develop action plans for slow moving items or discontinued inventory.
Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and inventory control systems to reduce costs, streamline procedures, and implement process improvement solutions.
Coordinate with Accounting/Finance on matters involving carrying costs.
Update lead-time and safety stock where applicable to reduce standard material runouts.
Participates, reviews, and provides recommendations and oversight in forecasting and planning.
Directly supervises employee in department performing inventory control, purchasing, and demand planning.
Support LEAN guiding principles and LEAN manufacturing system to drive continuous improvement.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management
Five (5) years progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Planning preferred
Inventory control background required
Familiar with a variety of Supply Chain Management concepts, practices, and procedures
Strong leadership capabilities
High level of accuracy and attention to detail under time sensitive conditions
Self-motivated, organized and creative
Excellent written and communication skills
Must be able to handle ambiguity in daily activities
Ability to multi-task in a face-paced environment
Must be detailed-oriented and able to solve inventory related issues
Ability to analyze problems, and execute actions in a timely manner to meet customer requirements
Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office/Window products
