Senior Supply Chain Specialist

Aston Carter•Glendora, CA

8d•$35 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

This position manages planning, procurement, and supplier coordination to support production, maintain optimal inventory levels, and ensure continuity of supply in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role functions in collaboration with vendors, sales, marketing, and manufacturing, contributing significantly to valued partnerships.

Requirements

Experience in purchasing, planning, scheduling, and ERP systems.
Strong in supply chain management, procurement, and logistics.
Ability to manage material planning, MRP, and manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in contract negotiation and planning.
5-10 years of supply chain experience with a mix of buying and planning.
Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (experience with JDE preferred but not required).
Proficiency in resource planning and supplier negotiations.
Advanced Excel skills.
Capability in long-term forecasting (1+ year).
Experience in managing manufacturing schedules.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience working with CMOs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree required (necessary for growth within the company).
Combination of purchasing/buying and planning experience, with both production and material planning expertise.
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment such as pharmaceutical, medical device, automotive, or aerospace.

Responsibilities

Oversee multiple product lines from procurement to finished goods inventory.
Develop material purchase plans based on sales forecasts and customer demand.
Understand inventory usage, scrap, and waste, and provide strategic insights to improve inventory flow within the company.
Develop strategies to manage supply fluctuations including shortages, logistics delays, engineering changes, and order adjustments while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
Coordinate material movements between storage areas and external suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed.
Provide high-level recommendations on projects for each product line.
Source materials and potential resources worldwide.
Communicate inventory risk, trends, and performance metrics to management.
Engage with 3PL companies to ensure trade compliance documents and certifications are in line for import and exports.
Perform supplier sourcing and negotiation.
Maintain a true split of 50/50 between purchasing and planning.