Supply Chain Specialist

Leggett & Platt • Remo, VA

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About The Position

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Supply Chain Specialist within our Adjustable Bed Group. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883? That’s right! In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885. Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will be responsible for responsible for the procurement of raw material and services on a global scale and inventory requirements at our three manufacturing facilities in North America.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level