[ref. i8006817] Supply Chain - Baytown
The scope of this position includes but is not limited to, purchase order placement, follow-up, issue resolution; communication of demand and forecasts; preparing contracts; negotiating contract terms; managing supplier relationships and performance metrics; facilitating communications; and mitigating risk that could impact company ability to meet the business plan.
This role will also support functions such as processing orders, arranging shipments/deliveries for domestic transactions, imports and or exports, preparing/issuing shipping documents (data entry/inputs), tracking shipments, handling internal/external queries or complaints from counterparties, providing customer service, monitoring payment status, supporting payment collection, solving problems with customers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee supply chain operations and ensure efficient and cost-effective distribution of goods
Focus on procurement of Raw Materials and price negotiation
Communication and Customer Service skills
Analytical Skills and Operations Management
Experience in Inventory Management
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks
Proficiency in supply chain software and MS Office suite
Review key category & market factors to determine optimal sourcing strategy
Assist Site Manager in the development and execution of competitive sourcing events, evaluate proposals, and make award recommendations to the business units.
Coordinate and execute sourcing and contracting of complex services, products, technical equipment, and materials to support the plant.
Integrate plans and schedules with business needs to enable on-time execution.
Identify and participate in continuous improvement and market intelligence practices to drive efficiencies and cost reductions.
Facilitate the internal PO approval and issue for purchase process including data collection for KPI’s.
Facilitate, manage, troubleshoot, and liaise with vendors and all PO recipients to always close gaps.
Sourcing/ Negotiating / Contracting / SRM
Negotiate and maintain contractual terms and conditions utilizing Master Service Agreements (MSA's), Purchase Orders (PO’s), Outline Agreements (OLA’s) and other contractual terms and conditions as necessary
SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT - develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers
Maintains records of vendor Certificate of Insurance (COI)
Fulfill any other reasonable responsibility or duty as identified or requested by the Site Leader
Maintain department Key Performance Indicator’s.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain complete and open lines of communication with other personnel, functional groups, or departments to facilitate operations and interaction in the organization.
Keep Site and Global Leadership Team informed of status and progress, by ensuring that regular and periodical communication takes place.
Maintain professional conduct, attendance, and high ethical standards in the workplace, complying with company's policies and procedures.
Fulfill mandatory training requirements applicable for department and job duties as appropriate.
Documentation is accurate and concise.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS The experience and education described here are representative of those that are expected of individuals to successfully perform the essential duties of his/her position. Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered on an individual basis
- 5 years of proven experience preferably in a Supply Chain environment and in customer service
- 5 years as a procurement specialist, analyst, or coordinator.
International Shipping experience preferred
Education
HS Dipolma/ GED
Supply Chain, Logistics, Business , or related field of study
License & Certifications
Professional certification preferred: CSCP,CLA,CLT
Technical knowledge & skills
MS Office (word, excel, PowerPoint, outlook) Required
ERP Systems (intermediate)
Transportation Management System (Basic)Required
Inventory Managment (Intermediate)