Operations Specialist

Spectrum Laboratories, LLC•Sharonville, OH

11d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Reading Group has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Specialist to join our family-owned holding company. With a history of long-standing stability in our niche market, we seek to grow the sales and supply of current product lines while building capacity to meet new market opportunities. In this role, you will have the potential to make a positive, lasting impact on the business and become a key driver of long-term success. As the Operations Specialist, you will perform various activities related to contract manufacturing, fulfilment, and logistics. You need to prioritize, be decisive, and possess superb communication skills. Assist with inventory management, including the movement, storage, and processing of production components and parts. Be a highly motivated individual that thrives in a small business environment. Your ability to quickly assimilate knowledge in new subject areas is also critical.

Requirements

Over 3+ years of experience in production operations, ideally in contract manufacturing.
Experience in inventory control, production control and/or supply chain and logistics planning and coordination, as well as international shipping.
Previous experience with direct purchasing, negotiation, and vendor contract management.
Experience with improvement initiatives, and relevant software applications.
Must be detail oriented.
BA in Business or Administration or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the production of existing product lines.
Maintain product inventory, production schedules, and delivery timelines.
Perform activities relating to strategic or tactical purchasing, material requirements planning, and inventory control.
Coordinate with the Operations Manager, Warehouse and Shipping Team.
Work with shipping and warehousing vendors and oversee logistics activities.
Participate in product development initiatives.