Supply Chain Specialist
Management Recruiters of Tallahassee
- Ishpeming, MI
- $100,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Implement and optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and meet customer demand.
- Manage supplier relationships, build trust and collaboration, and repair relationships damaged by previous dealings.
- Develop and utilize LEAN Supply Chain principles
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure on-time delivery and manage lead times.
- Oversee production planning and scheduling of materials.
- Perform Value Stream and Capacity Analysis at supplier locations and recommend changes in process/production to reduce lead time and waste.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain team to analyze and design strategies to programs,optimizing inventory levels, provide reduced lead times, buffer stock and dampering forecast variability
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean manufacturing principles.
- Mentor, coach, and develop a team of supply chain professionals.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred, but relevant experience without a degree will be considered.
- Experience with ERP implementation, preferably with Microsoft Dynamics D365.
- Strong understanding of logistics, warehousing, procurement, and sourcing, ideally within a heavy manufacturing environment (Low Volume - High Mix).
- LEAN manufacturing background is a plus, with a clear understanding of one-piece flow.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to stay calm under pressure and build trust with others.
- "Midwestern mentality" - collaborative, approachable, and team-oriented (aggressive personalities not a good fit).
- Comfort living in a small town, ideally with existing ties to the Great Lakes region.
- Understanding and appreciation of the region's climate, including cold winters and beautiful summers.
- Experience managing and developing a team.
- Experience building strong relationships with customers.
- Experience with production planning and scheduling of materials.
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company
- Make a real impact on the success of the organization
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive team
- Enjoy the unique lifestyle and beauty of the Great Lakes region