<p>We are looking for a skilled Planning Specialist to manage distribution and fulfillment processes for Animal Nutrition products. In this role, you will ensure that finished goods are delivered to the correct locations efficiently, utilizing forecasts and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This is a long-term contract position based in Shoreview, Minnesota, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to supply chain optimization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee distribution and shipping processes for finished goods within the Animal Nutrition feed network.</p><p>• Develop and implement inventory strategies to ensure proper deployment and fulfillment of customer demand.</p><p>• Collaborate with supply chain partners to address inventory discrepancies, such as gaps or overages.</p><p>• Analyze data trends to optimize inventory management and reduce aging stock or shortages.</p><p>• Continuously improve deployment processes to enhance customer satisfaction and fulfillment metrics.</p><p>• Coordinate shipments with transportation teams and vendor partners, managing dry van and rail logistics.</p><p>• Adjust safety stock levels based on business requirements and forecasted demand.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with customer service, warehousing, manufacturing, and planning teams to align supply chain operations.</p><p>• Conduct problem-solving activities to resolve issues in inventory and supply chain coordination.</p><p>• Track and monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and address potential delays proactively.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled procurement professional to support our client on a contract basis. In this role, you will play a key part in managing and evaluating commercial agreements, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks effectively. This position offers an excellent opportunity to leverage your expertise and create meaningful efficiencies for a dynamic organization. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate contract pricing models and identify potential risks, providing clear summaries for non-legal stakeholders.</p><p>• Collaborate with legal, procurement, and vendor management teams to streamline contract workflows.</p><p>• Utilize contract lifecycle management tools, such as Coupa or similar platforms, to optimize operational efficiency.</p><p>• Develop and maintain accurate documentation and records for all contractual agreements.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Bloomington, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing procurement operations, ensuring accuracy in purchasing processes, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment within a dynamic industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Upload legacy contracts into the Coupa repository to ensure proper documentation.<br>• Confirm purchase orders and monitor their progress to guarantee timely delivery.<br>• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies related to procurement activities.<br>• Extract e-quotes from company systems and integrate them into procurement workflows.<br>• Review and assist with requisitions requiring supplier information in Coupa.<br>• Facilitate smooth communication with suppliers to address order-related concerns.<br>• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities for compliance and tracking purposes.<br>• Support high-volume data entry tasks to ensure procurement systems are up-to-date.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Manager to join our team on a contract basis. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate management of inventory systems and resolving discrepancies to maintain seamless operations. The role allows for remote work and offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team while addressing complex inventory challenges.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Act as the primary administrator for inventory management system updates</p><p>• Oversee inventory processes to accurately record product movements including receipt, storage, and shipment.</p><p>• Support month-end financial processes</p><p>• Perform inventory analysis and communicate potential shortages to leadership</p><p>• Audit inventory transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Identify and correct data discrepancies in a timely manner</p><p>• Assist the team in identifying root causes of discrepancies and helping quickly provide solutions to keep the business moving forward</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Supply Chain Buyer to join our client's team in Shoreview, Minnesota. In this role, you will manage procurement processes, monitor supplier performance, and ensure timely delivery of materials to support production schedules. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to contribute to optimizing supply chain operations and building strong supplier relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Issue purchase orders in alignment with company policies and material requirements.</p><p>• Oversee approval processes for purchase orders and verify supplier terms.</p><p>• Expedite orders and materials to align with production and operational schedules.</p><p>• Monitor supplier performance to ensure adherence to quality standards, delivery timelines, and pricing agreements.</p><p>• Resolve supplier-related issues, such as delays or non-compliance, escalating matters when necessary.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address material shortages and support production needs.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to foster consistent performance.</p><p>• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Generate reports on supplier performance, inventory levels, and order statuses.</p><p>• Support supply chain optimization efforts, including cost reduction and efficiency improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.</p>
