Supply Chain Specialist

Job Summary: Responsibilities include management of the production schedule, customer expectation communications, reporting and shipment timing. Manage materials supply, including a thorough understanding of customer and SKU demand, MRP reports, material release process, PO confirmations and receipts using SAP. Track supplier performance and oversee supply management for assigned suppliers, products, and facilities. Identify and manage material inventory plans, align and coordinate with operations and production planning to ensure timely receipt of materials and adherence to the production schedule. Develop unique inventory plans by category and customer, realize department goals and objectives, and maintain functional best practices. Negotiate arrangements for purchasing goods or services (materials) within budget limits and identify cost‑effective and efficient acquisition methods. Job Duties As Customer Service Utilizes SAP reports and data for efficient execution of functional responsibilities and objectives. (SAP, BW, VM, SharePoint) Enter production schedules, including any required schedule changes in SAP to meet and achieve customer satisfaction and communicate changes to all parties as needed Run and analyze MRP, performing analysis of customer demand, sales forecasts and historical material usage to develop and execute forecasting plans Ensure products are received on time and are available to fill customer orders to keep the supply chain moving and eliminate downtime Ensure that internal and external customers’ expectations and requirements are met Assist commercialization team in product development and trials. Provide weekly/monthly detailed analyzed reports for customers Escort visitors for meetings, inspections or testing on products as needed Communicate and help coordinate shipments with the T&W department and customers Attend internal and external customer meetings to discuss next several weeks and shortages of scheduled production resulting from any difficulties Build and support BOM (Bill of Material) structure working with the Commercialization Team Create and define items to be consumed by BOM (Bill of Material) Drive timely part setup, BOM releases, and BOM changes to support new product introduction as well as changes to existing BOM business Coordinate returns and/or replacement of products (FG, SEMI FG, RAW PACK) Facilitate and manage QN/NCMR completion, closure within 30 days, and full financial recovery within 60 days As Supply Chain Analyst (Procurement) Collate purchase orders and purchase requisitions in order to procure materials, including RFQs (Request for Quotes) and track PO confirmations Resolve conflicts concerning materials or services at the department and supplier levels (under/over orders, quality and damage) Negotiate procurement details with suppliers Seek new ideas from suppliers to reduce costs and ensure quality is met for internal and external customers Maintain files related to purchase orders, suppliers, quotes and other correspondence Perform inventory reports as required and work with IC to understand its accuracy Build strong relationships with qualified external suppliers Develop initiatives to reduce slow‑moving inventories, excess inventories, and obsolete inventory and implement process improvements to achieve company inventory goals Identify and evaluate suppliers that provide the best cost, cost savings, lead time, and service to meet overall business objectives Initiate and maintain conference calls with customers as needed Manage product extension requests with customers or suppliers Daily reports (past due, on time delivery, shortages, etc.), monitor, update and call out material losses Eliminate line downtime due to material availability and quality issues Coordinate efficient receipt and movement of materials with third‑party warehouses Identify the “right size” for all assigned material inventories Work with internal and external freight resources to ensure timely deliveries of inbound materials at competitive rates Manage inbound freight and freight claims as needed Identify and drive best practices within the total supply chain, including the development of supplier and supply‑related metrics Coordinate supplier management programs with cross‑functional HFS resources Track, report, and process quality performance issues for suppliers, working to eliminate supplier‑related quality issues for all materials Ensure material quotes are up to date Perform cost‑card analyses and updates Negotiate prices with chosen vendors and help prepare contract documents Participate in quotes if needed or utilize SIE IQO (quotes) for SAP system updates (routing, speed, crew, etc.) Required Competencies & Knowledge Knowledge of: Familiar with SAP planning and procurement Knowledge of the food product industry Knowledge and experience with SAP Basic computer skills including MS Word and Excel Skilled In Experienced in conflict resolution Prioritizes work based on short‑ and long‑term objectives Successfully analyzes and presents data to multiple levels of the organization Well‑developed influence management skills Well‑developed project management skills Strong analytical and decision‑making skills Excellent attention to detail Ability To Strong written and verbal communication skills, analytical ability, leadership strength and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization, including HR, Production, Maintenance, IT and Accounting departments to ensure all customer and management expectations Successfully multi‑task Ensure collaborative relationships with industry, trade, other associations, regulatory agencies and staff Lead ‘best in class’ behaviors with focus on safety, quality, and policy focus Understand and comprehend MRP and published schedules Must be able to learn, adapt and comprehend with ease Proficiency in MS Office Suite and SAP Minimum Qualifications Familiar with SAP planning and procurement Knowledge of the food product industry Must have experience with SAP Must have purchasing experience Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply. The pay range for this full‑time, salaried position is $45,962 – $68,881 per year. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job‑related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, 401(k) and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Maker’s Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr