Contract Material Scheduler (30814)

UCC Environmental • Libertyville, IL

4d • $55,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Join UCC Environmental, a leader in sustainable technology solutions: Are you looking for a rewarding career in a progressive and well-run company? Do you have a passion for customer relationships and environmental innovation? If so, you might be the perfect fit for UCC Environmental, a company that offers Utility specific sustainable technology solutions to clients across the globe. UCC Environmental has a strong presence in North America and is expanding its sales channels in EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse and talented team and contribute to the company's growth and success. Read on to find out more about the role and how to apply. The focus of the position will be to establish and track detailed material release and production status and reports for each assigned contract. This individual will also monitor material releases and procurement progress through production for assigned contracts. This person must identify, communicate and mitigate contract execution delays appropriately The ideal candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in collaborating with others to perform engineering tasks within a team environment. Work experience with a privately held company will be beneficial.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years of Material Planning or Expediting experience is preferred.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Strong skills with Excel required.
• Working knowledge of Planning / Purchasing/ Accounts Receivable modules in ERP systems (MS Dynamics AX preferred).
• Ability to track multiple projects at a time (15-25 projects combined sales value up to 50MM).
• Ability to act as the Supply Chain liaison with Project Management and disseminate requirements to the various Supply Chain Departments (Purchasing, QA, MPC&L, and Plants) and maintain all the information to be able to give a Supply Chain & Project Manager summary of where the project stands at any given time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to sit or stand at a desk using a computer 80% of the time.
• Ability to travel 10 % of the time
• Ability to accommodate varying work schedules.
• Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work standing all day.
• Ability to utilize full manual dexterity (i.e. sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, lifting, walking, manipulating tools with limbs extended).
• Must be aligned with Core Values and Beliefs that drive UCC’s existing corporate culture. People – we trust and invest in our people, unlocking their full potential and they always come first Teamwork – we respect others and create a collaborative working environment of inclusion and inspiration Integrity – we are truthful and respectful to customers, employees, community and suppliers Customer Satisfaction – we keep existing customers by delivering exceptional customer service Innovative –we encourage resourceful problem solving in the face of adversity

Nice To Haves

• Work experience with a privately held company will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Project Management & Contract Engineering (PMCE) status of each assigned contract with the Project Manager to ensure that scheduled material release dates are met in a timely manner.
• Communicate production lead-time requirements by discipline to Project Management at contract kick-off.
• Align material release expectations with production capabilities and resolves or elevates issues
• Ensure release dates are met vs. commitments.
• Resolve issues with material releases and transfer into ERP system.
• Monitor and drive contract execution with the Project Management team on material supplied by UCC and suppliers.
• Develop and utilize high-level project execution schedule as needed.
• Identify potential delays, track shortages, and work with buyers, planners and engineering to deliver upon customer requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Insurance: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Programs and Voluntary Options such as Vision, HSA, FSA (Medical, Dental, Vision and Dependent Care), Accident, Identity Theft, Legal coverage
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to 4% company match, Pre-Tax and Roth Options, and discretionary Annual Profit-Sharing contribution
• Time Off: 10 days of Vacation, Vacation Purchase Plan up to 10 days purchased per year, 5 days of Sick and 10 Holidays, Parental Leave, FMLA
• Miscellaneous: Student Debt Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Certification and License Reimbursement, Personalized Professional Development Plans and Career Path Options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED