Supply Chain Specialist
About The Position
Whippany Actuation Systems, a fast-paced and innovative aerospace manufacturer specializing in electromechanical actuators for both commercial and military applications, is seeking a results-driven and growth-oriented individual to join our purchasing department as our newest Supply Chain Specialist. Their primary focus will be to manage supplier relationships and coordinate the procurement of materials, components, and services for the facility. In this demanding role, they will monitor, plan, and ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of supplies and materials. They will also support new product development and implementation initiatives utilizing project management techniques and lead strategic projects supporting new business initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited university
- 3 years' experience in a procurement, purchasing, or relevant supply chain role
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- The ability to travel up to 5%.
- Authorization to work in the US.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with SyteLine ERP (Infor CloudSuite Industrial) or a comparable ERP system
- Experience in aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing industries, with a solid understanding of traceability, documentation, and compliance requirements
- APICS/ASCM Certification
- Proactive problem-solver with a bias for action—able to quickly identify and respond to supply chain or production issues, driving resolution through to completion
- Proven ability to foster a culture of open and honest communication, building trust and credibility through consistent and transparent engagement with cross-functional teams
- Strong communicator who ensures clear and timely flow of critical information both up and down the organizational structure
Responsibilities
- Achieve the lowest possible cost for material, balanced against optimum quality and schedule needs.
- Solicit and evaluate proposals employing appropriate negotiation, cost and price analysis techniques to achieve the lowest possible cost for material, balanced against optimum quality and schedule needs.
- Evaluate current and anticipated requirements using ERP/MRP action plans and reports.
- Implement purchase contracts with sound purchasing practices and ensure compliance with the acquisition of material or service that meet applicable company and government regulations.
- Support new product introduction/development to ensure Sourcing provides the best possible solution.
- Work closely with Program Management, Operations, Engineering and Quality staff to ensure production schedules are met to achieve customer on-time deliveries.
- Manage all Purchase Order (PO) activities such as: PO creation, PO changes, Vendor Return Material Authorizations (VRMA), Return to Vendor (RTV), and Invoice issues.
- Support the Purchasing department and management with special projects and assignments.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- ID protection
- legal insurance
- pet insurance
- tuition assistance program
- employee assistance program
- 401K with immediate company match
- life insurance
- AD&D coverage
- short- and long-term disability benefits
- generous paid time off including 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
