Operations Specialist

We are seeking an Operations Specialist to support purchasing, sourcing, logistics, and day-to-day operational activities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, proactive, comfortable taking initiative, and able to respond quickly when supply or product-related issues arise. This role requires someone who can understand the broader picture, work with technical product specifications, and help identify practical solutions to operational challenges.

• Coordinate purchasing, sourcing, logistics, and operational activities to ensure timely product availability.
• Monitor supply requirements and proactively address potential shortages, delays, or disruptions.
• Research suppliers, markets, and alternative sourcing options when needed.
• Support forecasting and planning activities related to product availability and demand.
• Help evaluate options and develop solutions when supply, pricing, or availability changes.

• Communicate directly with suppliers, vendors, and other external partners to resolve issues and maintain continuity of supply.
• Follow up on orders, shipments, delivery schedules, and outstanding requirements.
• Build productive relationships with suppliers and proactively identify opportunities or risks.
• Take ownership of issues and ensure they are followed through to resolution.

• Develop a working understanding of product specifications, requirements, and factors affecting supply.
• Review technical information and apply it when coordinating purchasing and operational activities.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to understand product needs and operational priorities.

• Investigate supply and operational challenges and recommend practical solutions.
• Assess alternative suppliers, products, markets, or sourcing strategies when circumstances change.
• Support process improvements that increase efficiency, reliability, and responsiveness.
• Maintain a big-picture perspective while managing day-to-day operational details.

• Experience in operations, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
• Experience working in an environment where product availability and timely delivery are critical.
• Strong resourcefulness and a demonstrated sense of urgency.
• Ability to independently investigate issues, make decisions, and follow through on solutions.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable communicating by phone and proactively reaching out to suppliers, vendors, and partners.
• Ability to understand and work with product specifications and technical information.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with forecasting, market research, or global trade is a plus.

• Supply chain, purchasing, logistics, or operations-related certifications are preferred but not required.
• APICS/ASCM certification or similar credentials would be an advantage.

• Salary: $60,000 – $80,000 per year.
• Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful operational and supply challenges.
• Exposure to sourcing, purchasing, logistics, forecasting, and global trade activities.
• A role that combines strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution.
• Opportunity to work cross-functionally and develop broad business knowledge.
• A dynamic environment where initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving are highly valued.
• Potential for continued professional growth within operations and supply chain functions.

Englewood provides access to a diverse business community and a strong transportation and commercial infrastructure, making it a practical setting for an operations role involving sourcing, purchasing, logistics, and supplier coordination. Its connectivity and access to a broad talent pool can support professionals looking to build a career in operations and supply chain management.