Sourcing Specialist

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We areSystems, LLCa leading manufacturer and designer of loading dock equipment.Wecontinue to GROW and are seeking a motivated team player to join our organization.

This is a role within Systems‘ Operations and Supply Chain group. A successful incumbent is expected to support Purchasing & Sourcing department in meeting corporate objectives for on-time shipping goals by providing distribution of materials/parts to the various manufacturing areas while participating in cost savings initiatives that includes price negotiation, planning, production, quality control, supplier relationship, and inventory control.. Requires 1-3 years of manufacturing experience in inventory, planning/scheduling, purchasing, supply chain management or similar team role with knowledge in MRP or ERP, demand flow manufacturing, Kan Ban, lean manufacturing, vendor management and vendor replenishment programs and a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with the execution of procurement strategies and policies to ensure the availability to manufacturing areas parts and raw material to ensure production delays do not occur, through organized stocking and proper inventory relief of purchased and manufactured parts.

• Process, track and ensure completion of sourcing activities and initiatives

• Maintain ERP and other business systems for data integrity; resolve discrepancies including invoice issues

• Track and analyze supplier spend, commodity, volume, currency, timing and other fluctuations that impact cost reductions and PPV; make recommendation on appropriate action items

• Support the Request For Quote process, utilizing systems for extracting drawings, data and requesting quotes

• Develop supplier business review through data analysis, assisting with scorecards, and/or tracking supplier metrics such as quality pass or on-time delivery

• Support the request for Bill of Materials Scrubs prior to New Product Development design reviews utilizing systems for extracting data and communicating end of life parts

• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed

• Resolve quality issues involving materials and shop paperwork by issuing corrective action reports, supplier returns and completing necessary follow-up

• Responsible for planning, developing and buying materials, parts, supplies and equipment in a timely and cost-effective way; while maintaining appropriate quality standards (includes: communicating price increases, delivery delays, acknowledgements and purchase order creation on daily basis)

• Work with Inventory & Sr Supply Chain Manager to help assist with phase in and phase out inventory for new or obsolete parts

• Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.

• Protect Chamberlain Group‘s and Systems‘ reputation by keeping information confidential.

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience in inventory, planning/scheduling, purchasing, supply chain management or similar team role with knowledge in MRP or ERP, demand flow manufacturing, Kan Ban, lean manufacturing, vendor management and vendor replenishment programs

• Solid verbal and written communication.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products

• Working knowledge of MRP, TCM, SAP, or other ERP systems

• Ability to travel to out of state locations 1-2 times per year.

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We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits, work-life balance and a collaborative team environment Benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, generous 401(k) match, paid holidays and 3 weeks PTO accrual upon hire.

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Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We‘re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you‘ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We‘re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.

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