Supply Chain Specialist I

Description

Agility, Impact, Methodology. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

Overview of this Position:

The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for on-time purchasing of raw materials, components, and production supplies to support the company's established goals and production schedules; for assuring availability of inventory materials; escalation of supply challenges; for developing effective and efficient alternative suppliers; cultivating vendor relationships; assisting supplier negotiations for price, delivery, etc.; and following established policies, practices and procedures. Duties include forecasting and replenishment, creating and verifying POs, PO tracking and reconciliation and product onboarding. Work closely with project management, shipping/ receiving, accounting, operations and quality assurance.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience.
• 4+ years related work experience.
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system experience.
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management.
• Understanding of cGMP, FDA guidelines and multinational regulatory standards.
• Experience working with QAD system.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Purchase items (raw materials, components, and production supplies) according to established policies, practices and procedures.
• Ensure timely delivery to support production schedules and assume complete ownership of purchase order system (input and tracking).
• Maintain assigned items at desired inventory levels with use of manual and electronic tools. Ability to troubleshoot inventory discrepancies.
• Develop and implement replenishment and safety stock strategies based on demand forecasts, market intelligence and product life cycles.
• Provide recommendations on general purchasing guidelines, documentation, and standards for processes.
• Analyze open order reports and expedite or extend deliveries to avoid schedule impact.
• Track incoming POs as well as late PO reconciliation.
• Partner with internal customers to facilitate supply chain initiatives and schedule adherence.
• Responsible for purchase order accuracy regarding billed price and quantity; resolve purchase order discrepancies with suppliers, receiving and AP.
• Maintain and foster supplier relationships; meet with vendors regarding capabilities, price quotes or production constraints.
• Publish and submit forecasts to assigned suppliers.
• Active participant in Supplier Quality Management team and recommend preferred suppliers.
• As directed, supports vendor audits on current or potential vendors; determine suitability and capability to deliver quality, cost-effective goods.
• Partner with internal customers to identify, organize, prioritize, and execute projects to meet supply chain initiatives.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

MEDICAL BENEFITS starting day 1: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying for 75% of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use how you choose.

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.