Supply Chain Specialist

Leggett & Platt

About The Position

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Supply Chain Specialist within our Adjustable Bed Group. As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will be responsible for the procurement of raw material and services on a global scale and inventory requirements at our manufacturing facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management
In lieu of Bachelor’s Degree 3 + years' purchasing/supply chain experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Analytical mind with business acumen
Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Ability to analyze large and multi-dimensional data sets using, Excel, and other analysis tools.
Fundamental understanding of transportation, supply chain and logistics concepts
Ability to multi-task and willingness to work within a team environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain and/or Business Administration preferred.
Advanced Procurement/Supply Chain certification from ASCM (APICS) / ISM preferred.
Experience in MRP environment strongly preferred
2+ years' ERP experience (Microsoft Dynamics preferred).

Responsibilities

Purchase order management, both domestic and international suppliers
Maintain accurate inventory levels across the business unit
Ability to understand customer demand and react timely to fluctuations
Consolidate data from multi-site organization to accurately order and forecast to the supply base
Expedite outstanding purchase orders to meet production demands or initiate cancellation of orders to maintain acceptable inventory levels
Create processes and methods to gather supply chain data
Track KPI’s and report on supply chain’s performance
Examine current processes to identify shortcomings and implement or recommend improvements to drive out waste
Maintain effective relationship with internal and external contacts