- Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, forecast demand, and improve part delivery and inventories.
- Utilize MRP, non-MRP, and/or KANBAN systems to plan and manage inventory levels, ensuring timely availability of materials.
- Lead and manage procurement-related projects, including supplier onboarding and improvement initiatives.
- Source parts of low to medium value and low to medium complexity and evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
- Negotiate pricing agreements to achieve favorable terms while maintaining strong supplier relationships for the portion of the supply base making up 20% of our annual spend.
- Monitor supply chain risks to address potential disruptions proactively.
- Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams, such as production and logistics, to align buying activities with organizational goals, including procurement groups
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated basic to intermediate data analytics skills using tools like PowerBI, Excel, etc.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field, or 5-7 years of hands-on experience.
- Proven experience in supply chain management, procurement, or a similar role.
- Proficiency in data Excel and/or PowerBi analytics tools and MRP software
- Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Knowledge of supply chain concepts and best practices
- Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CPIM, CSCP).
- Familiarity with Lean methodologies.
- Experience in global sourcing and supplier management.
- Experience in EPICOR ERP System with MRP and Kanban management
- Family Owned: Experience a close-knit atmosphere where every team member is valued, and contributions recognized.
- Midwest Values: Integrity, hard work, and community from the core of our operations.
- Innovation at Heart: We are committed to staying ahead of the curve and continually investing in technology and our people.
- Competitive Benefit Package: Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for professional growth.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
New Way Trucks
New Way®, a family-owned company, is a highly motivated team of talented individuals with an over 50-year commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. With garbage trucks on routes throughout the United States and across the globe New Way has quickly become a dominant name in refuse truck manufacturing. New Way® is headquartered in Scranton, IA with manufacturing facilities in Scranton, IA, Carroll, IA and Booneville, MS. Please explore our open positions and apply today!
New Way Trucks is an equal opportunity employer and seeks diversity in its workforce. New Way Trucks recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
Required Notice for Mississippi Job Applicants: Mississippi job applicants may be tested for the presence of alcohol, drugs or their metabolites. Any offers of employment are conditioned on the non-positive results of a drug/alcohol screening test. A copy of New Way Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy Notice to Employees and New Way Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy is available for applicants to read and review in New Way’s Human Resource Office.
Company Website: newwaytrucks.com
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