Supply Chain Manager

Job Overview:
We are seeking a talented Supply Chain Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will oversee and manage the company's overall supply chain and logistics strategy to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.

Responsibilities:
· Develop and maintain a purchasing strategy.

· Review and process purchase orders.

· Maintain records of goods ordered and received.

· Negotiate prices and contracts with suppliers.

· Prepare negotiations using through quotation analysis, technology, and commercially- supported by technical teams.

· Builds and maintains relationships with vendors.

· Select prospective vendors and negotiate contracts.

· Evaluate vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price.

· Schedule deliveries and ensure timely fulfillment of orders.

· Manage order entry to coincide with timeliness of deliveries. Just in Time concept is ideal.

· Conserve cash flow by managing deliveries of products to MP&C.

· Coordinate internally order entry and delivery with MP&C controller/management.

· Research and evaluate vendors to compare pricing and services.

· Coordinate with fellow managers to monitor inventory and determine supply needs.

· Procure of equipment parts, components, raw materials and supporting services.

· Interact with AP to ensure all backup documents have been provided and terms approved to ensure suppliers are paid according to terms.

· Ensure quality of procured items and address problems when they arise.

· Keep up with trends in procurement.

· Travel to vendor locations.

· Stay current with purchasing technology trends and oversees purchase and implementation, as necessary.

Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time which will involve overnight stays. Mostly in the regional Midwest, but also includes other parts of the U.S. and occasional international locations. Must be able to acquire a Passport.

· Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

· Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration preferred.

· Formal negotiation training.

· 2-3 years experience as a purchasing assistant or agent.

· Experience using procurement software and databases.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal personnel and external vendors.

· High level of computer proficiency

· Experience with data mining and management with Microsoft Excel.

· Must be able to maintain composure when under pressure and work with a team to meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive, professional attitude and providing exemplary customer service.

· Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. Must be a self-managing individual that will take ownership of assigned project.

· High school diploma or GED required

· Three (3) years of experience in fluid or thermal system/equipment design (helpful if in sanitary food processing).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
• Supply chain: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Edgar, WI 54426 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Edgar, WI 54426: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person