Supply Chain & Inventory Professional

Sandvik • Depew, NY

1d • $80 - $94

About The Position

The Supply Chain & Inventory Professional is responsible for ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost‑effective flow of direct materials throughout the organization. This role oversees supplier performance, sourcing activities, inventory control, logistics coordination, and system optimization to support operational excellence, quality standards, and financial objectives.

Requirements

• Strong Customer Focus and proven Team Player
• Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work with diverse teams across time zones and geographic locations
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers and effective at building long-term relationships
• Ability to work with both metric and imperial units
• Self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Strong computer skills in office technology (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint)
• Bachelor’s degree in business or communications OR equivalent work experience
• Prior Supply Chain/Procurement/Inventory experience has been your focus
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
• Limited travel within the US and EU may be required

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP preferred
• SAP experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Supplier Performance Management Ensure direct materials are available at the point of use, on time, at required quality levels, and at minimum cost
• Manage supplier schedules and maintain continuous, efficient material flow
• Design & refine material flows to support production and reduce bottlenecks
• Anticipate supply risks and implement proactive corrective actions
• Expedite critical deliveries when needed
• Manage complex material supply chains and improve transparency
• Align administrative processes with material movements
• Control inventory levels, reduce waste, and minimize waiting times
• Sourcing Develop and manage an effective RFQ process
• Lead supplier contract negotiations
• Manage strategic supplier relationships
• Identify single-source risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Maintain accurate master data for top spend categories
• Develop and refine long-term sourcing strategies
• Achieve supplier financial targets, including FCO budgets
• Supply Base Management Build and sustain strong supplier partnerships
• Ensure supplier delivery, cost, and quality performance
• Inventory & Logistics Management Plan and control all direct materials while ensuring customs compliance
• Support logistics processes for uninterrupted supply of materials
• Control & maintain finished inventory, raw materials, shipping supplies
• Support business controlling with monthly inventory reconciliation
• Maintain efficient inventory management practices for all material
• Systems & Process Optimization Lead and coordinate local ERP upgrade initiatives
• Maintain project timelines and apply structured frameworks
• Develop and coordinate training plans for local stakeholders
• Improve system processes for traceability and consolidated reporting
• Ensuring compliance with local legislation and Sandvik processes is your priority
• Active contributions to achieving organizational goals
• Support establishment of standard process & procedures and keep them up to date
• Work closely with US and International Supply Chain teams to mitigate risks
• Limited travel within the US and EU may be required

Benefits

• Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan.
• In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence, development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees