<p>Robert Half is hiring a <strong>Supply Management Specialist </strong>on behalf of a large manufacturing organization in the Quad Cities. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience in supply chain management, sourcing, and supplier relations with a global leader in the manufacturing industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Location: Milan, IL </p><p>Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (40 hours/week, some flexibility available)</p><p><strong>Apply today or call our team at 563-359-3995!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>What You’ll Do</u></strong></p><ul><li>Execute the Order Fulfillment Process (OFP), including cost reduction initiatives, analyzing supplier quotations, and making supplier selections based on quality, cost, process capability, lead time, and stability.</li><li>Support resourcing activities and participate in make-versus-buy decisions.</li><li>Collect cost data and prepare supplier cost/industry analyses.</li><li>Assist with Engineering Change Management (ECM) to ensure design changes and product improvements are implemented efficiently and cost-effectively.</li><li>Develop and execute inventory plans to achieve material flow and asset management goals.</li><li>Resolve shipping, receiving, invoicing, and payment issues to ensure prompt supplier payment.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement with suppliers using performance metrics and criteria.</li><li>Work with cross-functional teams to resolve and provide long-term solutions to supplier performance issues.</li><li>Expedite parts as needed to maintain production flow.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Why You’ll Love This Role</u></strong></p><ul><li>Gain valuable experience in sourcing, supply management, and supplier performance with a respected manufacturing organization.</li><li>Work in a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and learning.</li></ul>

<p><strong><u>What We’re Looking For</u></strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (recent graduates encouraged to apply).</li><li>Strong skills in SAP, Excel, and Power BI.</li><li>Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability.</li><li>Excellent communication skills for working with suppliers and internal teams.</li><li>Ability to exercise independent judgment while collaborating with leadership.</li></ul>

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