Supply Management Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Supply Management Planner II

Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Location: Ankeny, IA 50023
Worksite :
Des Moines Works – 100% On-Site
Duration: 12 Months – Possible Extension/Conversion
Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Description:

Job Overview

Support supply management, sourcing, supplier performance, and purchased-parts delivery for commodities of lower value and complexity. The role works with internal teams and suppliers to ensure timely delivery, resolve supply issues, and support continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support sourcing activities and Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP) and Enterprise Order Fulfillment Process (EOFP).
• Support development and execution of sourcing strategies and supplier contracts.
• Manage purchased-parts delivery for internal and external suppliers across one or more locations.
• Assist with:
  Cost models, Make-vs.
  
  -Buy studies, Spend analysis, Invoice issue resolution, Data analysis
• Work with Strategic Sourcing to address chronic supplier performance issues.
• Support supplier validation during early supplier selection and product development.
• Use the Achieving Excellence process to manage supplier performance.
• Execute supply chain planning activities within established systems and processes.
• Perform supplier management activities and support supplier-related initiatives.
• Collect, analyze, and report data using established tools and methods.
• Conduct complex analyses, quality checks, and inspections requiring independent judgment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend solutions.
• Resolve supplier and internal customer inquiries regarding policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain complex Microsoft Office documents, databases, and departmental systems.
• Provide process and system support to colleagues as needed.

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer and typing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Data collection and analysis.
• Planning and organization.
• Action planning.
• Data control and reporting.
• Ability to analyze alternatives and recommend solutions.
• Gap analysis and current-state/future-state analysis.
• Strong questioning and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Customer-focused approach.

Education

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in:
  Business, Supply Chain Management, Supply Management, Related field

Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with inventory or purchased parts in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working directly with suppliers.
• Previous Supply Management or Supply Chain experience.
• Experience with supplier performance management and parts delivery.

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