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SKF Group · 6 hours ago

Factory Supply Chain Manager

Muskegon, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$111K/yr - $132K/yr

3+ years exp

SKF Group is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to sustainability and innovation. The Factory Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing all supply chain activities within the Muskegon Aerospace factory, including forecasting, inventory control, and logistics, while also developing processes and mentoring employees.

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Responsibilities

Reviews and presents sales and inventory forecasts based on the orderbook and factory load and capacity

Effectively communicates and works to resolve all supply and demand issues through collaboration with internal and external customers

Satisfies production supply requirements by providing and maintaining inventory and stocking levels based on demand and financial targets

Implements lean management principles in supply chain management to reduce inventories and improve operational efficiencies

Continuously contributes to the development and improvement of existing processes and procedures as necessary ensuring adherence to Factory, Group, and Corporate policies

Develops and analyzes the SIOP data to support the Factory Manager and communicates findings effectively across the organization

Responsible for efficient and cost-effective shipping and receiving, distribution, and traffic management

Responsible for managing vendor returns and reporting through the SQRB (Supplier Quality Review Board) as required. Works cross functionally to address supplier performance issues

Manages direct material inventory to maintain and optimize the accuracy of the systems

Directs buying activities at the factory level for direct materials, outside process operations, and MRO items

Works collaboratively with SKF Aerospace Purchasing Team to effectively manage the supply base

Act as a primary contact for customer service and sales and serve as the customer’s voice within the factory as it relates to purchasing and supply chain

Communicate customer commitments based on effective analysis of material and capacity availability

Lead and manage all aspects of the ERP / MRP system relating to purchasing and supply chain

Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship in support of achieving all SKF and factory related targets and goals

DFAR / ITAR related experience is a plus

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementForecastingInventory ControlERP SystemsAPICS CertificationAnalytical AbilitiesCommunication SkillsLeadershipCollaborationProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree is required (or working toward same), preferably in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management

Three (3) to five (5) years in forecasting or production planning and/or inventory management are required

Requires a high degree of foresight, objectivity, imagination, and analytical abilities

Must be able to effectively interact at all levels of the Company with strong written and verbal communication skills

A thorough knowledge of sales, operations planning, inventory control, and purchasing systems is required

Must be computer savvy with a high proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel, ERP systems

Preferred

APICS certification and/or MBA desirable

DFAR / ITAR related experience is a plus

Infor / XA experience is a plus

Power BI or similar experience

Benefits

Generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays

Flexible work options available, depending on role

Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment

Company paid life insurance, STD, LTD

Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management

401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution