A Supply Management Specialist is needed for an American corporation that manufactures agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery, diesel engines, drivetrains (axles, transmissions, gearboxes) used in heavy equipment, and lawn care equipment in the Ankeny, IA area. This Supply Management Specialist role focuses on strategic sourcing, commodity cost reduction, and supplier performance management through data analysis and cross-functional project leadership.
location: Ankeny, Iowa
job type: Contract
salary: $17.25 - 27.21 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: High School
responsibilities:
- Support and lead strategic sourcing efforts for commodities, products, and services.
- Build and develop a supply base focused on quality, delivery, and supplier performance.
- Establish and manage material replenishment processes to ensure supply chain efficiency.
- Coordinate supplier validation and quality planning as part of the Enterprise Product Delivery Process.
- Execute multi-year cost reduction and resiliency plans for assigned commodities.
- Lead cross-functional cost reduction initiatives from concept to project execution.
- Manage supplier diversification and risk mitigation projects to improve supply base resilience.
- Utilize Engineering Change Management (ECM) and project management tools for timely implementation.
- Analyze supply chain data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Resolve complex queries from internal stakeholders and external suppliers regarding policies.
- Plan and coordinate product inspections and implement corrective actions for performance issues.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, regulatory codes, and standard operating procedures.
- Data Collection and Analysis.
- Verbal Communication.
- Action Planning.
- Planning and Organizing.
- Assessment.
- Computer Skills.
- Data Control.
- Review and Reporting.
- Analyze Alternatives and Recommend Solutions.
- Short-Cycle Tertiary Education.
- Sound experience and understanding of straightforward procedures or systems (7 to 12 months).
- Basic experience of coordinating the work of others (4 to 6 months).
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: High School
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
