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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