Supply Chain Associate

Eirich Machines Inc•Gurnee, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Associate is responsible for assisting with manufacturing orders, purchase orders, and reports. This role involves procuring goods and services, managing inventory, and ensuring data integrity within the ERP system. The associate will also handle customer support aspects related to order delivery dates and provide estimated completion dates for sales orders.

Requirements

Must be a motivated self-starter that can operate under minimal supervision and consistently deliver results.
Must display exemplary leadership abilities and have a high emotional intelligence.
Must be able to communicate improvements and gain personal credibility by adhering to the process.
Self-starter, able to work independently to deliver results.
Must have strong customer service skills.
Proven analytical capabilities, with a basic understanding of statistical analysis techniques.
Attention to detail, thoroughness, dealing with complexity, and ability to analyze information.
Working knowledge of lean, six-sigma, and just-in-time processes, procedures, and reporting techniques.
Read and interpret blueprint drawings.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business or related field from an accredited college or university.
Completion of, or in progress of APICS CPIM or CSCP Certification, desired.
Knowledge of LEAN and Six Sigma Manufacturing process and methodologies a plus; as is a green or black belt certification.
Basic understanding of inventory management and control.
Conversational proficiency in Spanish and/or German language is a plus.
Knowledge in ERP software such as SAP or Oracle and knowledge in SolidWorks and AutoCad is a plus.

Responsibilities

Getting quotes, placing POs, and following up with vendors.
Assisting with vendor setup.
Procuring goods and services, including MRO, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, etc.
Assisting in the preparation of orders for manufacturing release.
Reviewing delivery dates for accuracy and identifying past due dates.
Using ERP to assist in reports for POs, Mfg. orders, and inventory accuracy.
Maintaining a report of open work orders and ensuring they are closed in a timely manner.
Providing estimated date of completion of sales order via ERP system.
Maintaining data integrity and process flow.
Inventory management (reviewing data for accuracy, physical counts).
Managing the calibration log.
Managing incoming shipments from EH.