Supply Chain Specialist

4 days ago


Circle Pines, MN, United States IP.com Full time
Supply Chain Specialist
Location: Lino Lakes, MN

What is North American Composites (NAC):

North American Composites (NAC), a division of IP Corporation, is a leading distributor of composite materials serving customers across North America. With a strong commitment to quality, reliability, and service, NAC partners with top manufacturers to deliver the products and technical expertise that help our customers succeed in industries ranging from marine and construction to transportation and industrial markets.

What you'll do as a Supply Chain Specialist:

As a Supply Chain Specialist, you'll play a key role in ensuring that our inventory, purchasing, and supplier management processes run efficiently and effectively. You'll balance supply and demand across our network, optimize stock levels, and collaborate cross-functionally to support business goals and customer satisfaction.

What you can expect to do as a Supply Chain Specialist:
  • Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels to maintain optimal stock, preventing both overstock and stockouts.
  • Purchasing & Cost Optimization: Determine Economic Order Quantities (EOQ) for products to drive cost savings and create accurate purchase orders.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with demand planning, sales, operations, customer service, and logistics to ensure supply plans align with business needs and customer demand.
  • Supplier Relations: Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure on-time deliveries, accurate data, and resolution of any supply issues.
  • Invoice & Returns Coordination: Partner with Accounts Payable to resolve supplier invoice issues, coordinate product returns, and process vendor credits and samples.
  • Data & Analysis: Use ERP and analytical tools to track KPIs, analyze stock and usage levels, determine reorder points, and identify trends.
  • Continuous Improvement: Reduce aged, dead, or slow-moving inventory and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness.
  • Risk Management: Anticipate and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions through proactive planning and communication.
  • Cross-Functional Communication: Facilitate clear and timely communication between departments to align on supply strategies and goals.
What we are looking for in a Supply Chain Specialist:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 3-8 years of experience in a fast-paced environment, focusing on inventory analysis, reorder points, and ERP-based purchasing.
  • Demonstrated experience managing inventory portfolios with turnover rates of 7+ per year.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in ERP and MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, M3).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • APICS or similar supply chain certification.
  • Experience in distribution, ideally within the fiberglass composites or chemical industries.
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with data analysis tools.


Why North American Composites?
• Positive, challenging, and supportive work environment.
• Competitive benefits, including dental, vision, generous PTO, 401(k) with company match, and more.
• Freedom to innovate and make a difference in a vibrant, values-driven company that cares about its people.

North American Composites (NAC) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace.

Pay Transparency Range:

$29.67 - $36.66

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