Are you an experienced, passionate pioneer in supply chain sourcing and procurement? Do you like the ability to share new ideas with your colleagues - without the extensive demands of travel? If so, consider an opportunity with VERSA.
Position Overview
This is a challenging opportunity with a global pneumatic valve manufacturing company as a Supply Chain Specialist. We are seeking an analytical, organized, and motivated Supply Chain Specialist to work across Production Control, Purchasing, and Inventory Control. Using ERP systems, operational reports, and cross-functional collaboration, this position helps maintain material availability, establish production priorities, strengthen supplier performance, and improve supply-chain processes.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning and Scheduling
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Schedule and prioritize work for the Machine Shop and Assembly departments based on customer demand, production capacity, material availability, inventory levels, and delivery requirements.
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Monitor production schedules and address material shortages, capacity constraints, and other issues that may affect customer delivery.
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Communicate production priorities, schedule changes, and corrective actions to affected departments.
Purchasing and Supplier and Commodity Management
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Create, place, monitor, and expedite purchase orders.
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Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery schedules, shortages, quality concerns, and order status.
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Negotiate with suppliers to improve pricing, lead times, delivery performance, and purchasing terms.
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Identify and qualify new suppliers in partnership with Quality, Engineering, and other departments.
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Expand the capabilities of existing suppliers by qualifying them to manufacture additional parts.
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Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information in the ERP system and assist with supplier-performance monitoring.
Reporting, Systems, and Process Improvement
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Become proficient in the ERP applications and reporting tools used by the Supply Chain department.
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Read, interpret, and act upon reports supporting production planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supplier performance.
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Prepare recurring reports and performance metrics using Excel and ERP data.
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Identify supply-chain trends, risks, shortages, and improvement opportunities.
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Help develop and improve reports, workflows, data accuracy, and supply-chain processes.
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Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Perform other related duties as necessary to support Supply Chain and manufacturing operations.
Minimum Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
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One to three years of experience in supply chain or a related field.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize, analyze, and present data.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and meet deadlines.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across departments.
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Professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
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Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, formulas, charts, and data analysis.
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Experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Experience with Epicor Kinetic or another manufacturing ERP system.
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Familiarity with production scheduling, material requirements planning, purchasing, and inventory management.
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Experience preparing operational reports or performance dashboards.
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Familiarity with supplier sourcing, qualification, and performance management.
Why Join VERSA:
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A Corporate commitment to continuous improvement, exemplary customer service, employee growth.
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A leader in its field with the highest standards of product quality with a 10-year warranty.
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Culture of Integrity and values with all stakeholders over 75 years.
Benefits:
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage
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401(k)
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Paid Time Off
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Tuition reimbursement
There is a reason many people join VERSA and stay for decades! For over 75 years, we have remained a family-oriented organization with opportunities for growth.
