Supply Chain Specialist

SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
Pittsburgh, PA
Salary: $70,000- $90,000- based on experience and qualifications

The Supply Chain Specialist plays a key role in supporting daily procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring materials, supplies, and services are sourced efficiently and delivered on time. This position is responsible for coordinating purchasing efforts across raw materials, packaging, plant supplies, and outsourced services while maintaining strong communication with internal teams and external vendors.

This individual will help drive visibility across the supply chain, balancing cost, quality, and delivery performance to support production needs. Success in this role requires sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to operate within a regulated manufacturing environment while adhering to quality and compliance standards.

OVERVIEW OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST ROLE:

• Execute purchasing activities for raw materials, packaging, plant supplies, and external services in alignment with production requirements and company policies
• Evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery timelines, and overall reliability to ensure best-value sourcing decisions
• Monitor open purchase orders, proactively follow up on deliveries, and expedite shipments as needed to avoid production disruptions
• Partner with Accounts Payable to validate invoice accuracy and resolve discrepancies with vendors
• Ensure all purchase orders include clear specifications and requirements, particularly for technical materials and outsourced products
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement data within the ERP system, including purchase orders, receipts, and supplier records
• Support vendor onboarding by collecting and organizing required documentation such as NDAs, certificates of insurance, and compliance records
• Assist in supplier performance tracking and communicate any changes in vendor status to leadership
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, accounting, and quality teams to improve processes, controls, and reporting
• Contribute to inventory management efforts by reviewing stock levels and coordinating timely reorders
• Support reporting initiatives by maintaining accurate purchasing data and highlighting any risks or issues
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement, logistics, and supply chain efficiency
• Perform additional duties as needed to support business operations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2–5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience, preferably within a manufacturing setting
• Working knowledge of procurement processes and basic financial concepts
• Experience with ERP systems and strong aptitude for learning new technologies

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