Job Title: Supply Chain Specialist
Hourly Pay Rate: $25-45/hr DOE
Position Overview:
As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will lead the optimization of our supply chain processes, ensuring efficient procurement and logistics management. Collaborating closely with internal teams and external suppliers, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring timely project deliveries and contributing to the success of our innovative engineering projects.
Contract Duration: Approximately six months, with potential for long-term full-time engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with project managers and engineers to devise supply chain strategies aligned with project timelines and goals.
- Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on criteria such as quality, cost, and delivery timelines.
- Negotiate favorable terms and conditions in contracts and agreements with suppliers.
- Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and amendments to supply agreements.
- Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to avoid shortages or excess stock.
- Coordinate transportation and delivery of materials to project sites, handling customs, duties, and tariffs.
- Establish a system to track and report key performance metrics like on-time delivery and supplier performance.
- Implement supply chain management tools such as ERP/PLM systems.
- Identify and address supply chain risks and opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies related to procurement and logistics.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or logistics.
- Strong grasp of supply chain principles, including procurement, inventory management, and logistics.
- Experience in supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, and relationship management.
- Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools, including ERP systems and inventory management software.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
- Experience with hardware or manufacturing start-ups.
- Full life cycle procurement experience, from feasibility to supply chain audit.
- Familiarity with international business practices.
- Experience in related industries such as Cryogenics, Superconductivity, or Power Transmission/Distribution.