Supply Chain Specialist

Supply Chain Raw Material SpecialistAttention military affiliated job seekers - our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, transitioning military, National Guard and Reserve members, military spouses, wounded warriors, and their caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.Main function: Reporting to the purchasing manager, the supply chain raw material specialist is a key tactical position, within the supply chain management team. Supply chain raw material specialist II, acting part of the team requires minimal supervision and is able to resolve difficult questions and problems. Primary role will be the daily execution of PO's & maintenance of incoming ingredients while dealing with complex issues, will have a higher level of responsibility and their workload is generally multifaceted and specialized. The supply chain raw material specialist will be proficient in multiple computer applications and will be expected to become proficient in all ADM MIS systems.Key skills & competencies: initiative, accuracy (quality of work), results orientation (quantity of work), team player, learning ability/flexibility, attendance/punctuality, analytical thinking, innovation, information seeking, organizational awareness.Description of work performed: responsible for all assigned category(ies) inbound raw material management, ensure timely and accurate PO issuance, work collaboratively with logistics team to determine appropriate transportation mode to help control freight cost, troubleshoot and resolve inbound raw material delays, collaborate with strategic buyers, local supply chain team and broader business teams as required. Alignment with strategic procurement on raw material data attributes (safety stock levels, forecast & lead times) within ERP system, support vendor payment process (help aid in any payment delays and/or discrepancies with vendors), optimize raw material inventory, maximize operational efficiency with right quantity / right quality focus, reduce working capital requirements by minimizing excess raw material inventory, perform data entry & analysis of inventory, cost saving, synergy and other required metrics, track vendor execution KPI's (assist with supplier scorecard data), analyze inbound raw material process structure, identify areas of improvement and lead change initiative, manage priorities from multiple internal customers while remaining professional and thorough, perform data entry & analysis of inventory, cost saving, synergy and other required metrics, attend training sessions external and internal to keep on top of new technology and innovation, aligns own goals in accordance with goals of upper management, makes quick effective decisions to meet commercial business standards, develops superior knowledge of supply chain operations and organizational awareness, work to attain positive, cooperative relationships with internal colleagues across divisions & responsibilities, effectively use communication channels for proper coordination within the office & other locations, portray a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers & colleagues, prepare and submits daily & ad hoc reports, perform other related duties and assignments as required, participate in the development & training of new employees, is willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, depending on business need.