Supply Chain Consultant

Job Description Job Description: Must have SS Blackbelt Responsibilities Drive and monitor implementation of Procurement activities (i.e., SAP projects, strategy implementation) at site Support site Working Capital initiatives; Identify and lead opportunities to reduce inventory costs and material lead-times Support data accuracy within site’s systems Identify and drive local & regional savings opportunities Provide regular procurement updates (financial, supply issues, risks, key project updates, etc.) to the site Site Liaison Manager Track and report performance metrics for key suppliers Support site finance with budgeting and standard setting processes Assist sites with material costs for new products and work with commodity teams to establish supply chains, as needed Lead and coordinate procurement strategy events and cost reduction reviews Support key supplier relationship management Support data accuracy within site’s systems Complexity Coordinating support from multiple commodity teams and working within a matrix organization Developing and managing relationships with other Procurement staff remotely Any interruption of supply results in immediate and extended impact on revenue stream Adapting and responding to regularly changing business requirements Balancing both strategic and operational requirements Key Accountabilities Aide in the Procurement related activities: Implementation of a SAP system Reducing inventory carrying costs Purchase Price Variance forecasting Serve as a Procurement point of contact for the site and a site contact for Procurement Alignment of Production Procurement activities with site priorities Resolution of Procurement-owned supply issues Delivery of excellent customer service to site stakeholders Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Supply Chain Management Thorough understanding of procurement strategies, supply risks and/or supply chain management Understanding of manufacturing operations and related functions Experience influencing and managing senior stakeholders Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience facilitating groups of individuals to create solutions, and delivering continuous improvement programs Strong Excel, Word, and Power Point capabilities Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a GMP environment Project management experience Customer account management experience Experience working in a multi-national organization Sound practical knowledge of Six and Lean Sigma, OE capability Relevant procurement experience Results driven Self Starter #J-18808-Ljbffr