Supply Chain Specialist Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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Logistics Coordinator

Brighton, MI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
29.6875 - 34.375 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a hands-on Logistics Coordinator to support daily transportation and distribution activity at our hub in Brighton, Michigan. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who can keep dispatch operations organized, guide frontline team members, and respond quickly to changing shipping demands. The person in this role will help maintain steady package flow, reinforce safe work practices, and communicate operational issues to leadership as they arise. Shift is from 500am to 130am or 730am to 330pm. Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day hub activity to keep dispatch, pickups, and route execution on schedule.• Provide direction to a team of dispatch staff by assigning work, adjusting coverage, and maintaining workflow across operating waves.• Monitor shipment volume and productivity trends, then share key performance updates with management.• Support dispatchers with real-time coaching on routing decisions, service exceptions, and issue resolution.• Lead safety discussions and reinforce established operational standards throughout the site.• Identify concerns related to staffing, equipment, or package volume and elevate them promptly to hub leadership.• Assist with onboarding and training for new team members to promote consistent execution and accountability.• Maintain an active presence on the floor and in the yard to support operations in a fast-moving environment.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Logistics Coordinator

Brighton, MI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
29.6875 - 34.375 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a hands-on Logistics Coordinator to support daily hub operations in Michigan. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced distribution setting and can keep shipping, dispatch, and pickup activity organized throughout the day. The person in this role will help maintain steady workflow, guide frontline team members, and communicate operational updates to leadership. You will play an important part in keeping transportation activity efficient, safe, and on schedule at the hub. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day movement across the hub by coordinating dispatch, package pickup, and route activity to keep operations on track. • Provide direction to a team of dispatch staff, balancing workload, reassigning duties as needed, and stepping in when absences affect coverage. • Monitor shipping volume and operational flow throughout each shift, then share performance updates and key metrics with management. • Support dispatcher development through real-time coaching on routing decisions, exception handling, and effective communication. • Lead brief safety discussions and reinforce workplace procedures to help maintain compliance standards across the site. • Identify issues involving staffing, equipment, or shipment volume and raise concerns promptly to hub or area leadership for resolution. • Maintain an active presence on the floor and in the yard to observe workflow, address bottlenecks, and support smooth execution of daily logistics activity.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Sourcing Manager

Grand Rapids, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Sourcing Manager to lead supplier partnerships and strengthen category performance in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position plays a key role in identifying sourcing opportunities, guiding negotiations, and improving product assortment decisions through data-driven analysis. The ideal candidate will work closely with purchasing, sales, marketing to support growth, profitability, and competitive positioning across domestic and international vendor networks. Responsibilities:• Lead domestic and international sourcing efforts by researching supply markets, identifying vendors with relevant experience, and developing strategies that support category growth and business objectives.• Build and maintain productive supplier partnerships, including onboarding new vendors, coordinating item setup and maintenance, and ensuring required compliance standards are met.• Partner with internal teams to improve the value chain, expand distribution opportunities, and strengthen category competitiveness across multiple channels.• Plan and manage category review activities, using performance data and market insights to recommend assortment changes, promotional opportunities, and profitable growth initiatives.• Negotiate supplier agreements covering cost, trade support, promotional funding, display pricing, markdown assistance, and other commercial terms that improve business results.• Evaluate vendor, customer, and item performance to identify trends, measure seasonal sell-through, and provide recommendations that support sales and margin goals.• Work cross-functionally with leadership, purchasing, sales, marketing, replenishment, logistics, and warehouse partners to align sourcing decisions with operational and commercial priorities.• Monitor market conditions and adjust sourcing and category strategies to respond to competitive shifts, customer demand, and emerging opportunities.• Contribute to brand development and new distribution initiatives by securing supplier investment and support for approved promotional programs.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Senior Sourcing Manager

Grand Rapids, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives for a growing food distribution organization. This leadership role is responsible for managing a team of two Sourcing Managers while driving category strategy, supplier partnerships, spend governance, vendor performance, and procurement excellence across assigned portfolios.The Senior Sourcing Manager serves as the primary relationship owner for key suppliers and is responsible for developing and executing category strategies that enhance revenue growth, profitability, assortment effectiveness, supply continuity, and overall business performance. This role collaborates closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Purchasing, Operations, and Executive Leadership to ensure sourcing decisions support organizational goals and customer needs.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Sourcing & Category Management<ul><li>Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies that support business growth, margin improvement, and long-term supply chain stability.</li><li>Manage assigned product portfolios, including oversight and strategic direction of the company's Top 5 Exclusive Brands.</li><li>Identify sourcing opportunities that optimize cost, quality, service levels, and supplier diversification.</li><li>Evaluate market trends, commodity impacts, supplier capabilities, and competitive dynamics to inform sourcing decisions.</li><li>Drive assortment productivity initiatives and recommend category enhancements based on customer demand and business objectives.</li></ul>Supplier Relationship Management<ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic supplier partners.</li><li>Lead contract negotiations involving pricing, rebates, promotional funding, payment terms, product innovation, and service-level expectations.</li><li>Establish and maintain executive-level supplier relationships to strengthen strategic partnerships.</li><li>Conduct structured business reviews with key suppliers and develop corrective action plans when performance expectations are not met.</li><li>Ensure suppliers align with company standards regarding quality, food safety, service, and compliance.</li></ul>Financial & Spend Management<ul><li>Own spend governance and sourcing performance across assigned categories.</li><li>Drive cost savings, margin improvement, and supplier investment opportunities.</li><li>Monitor supplier agreements, pricing structures, rebates, and incentives to maximize value creation.</li><li>Partner with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and sourcing performance reporting.</li><li>Analyze spend data and market intelligence to identify opportunities and mitigate risk.</li></ul>Leadership & Team Development<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two Sourcing Managers.</li><li>Establish clear performance expectations, goals, and professional development plans.</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and strategic thinking.</li><li>Support succession planning and talent development initiatives within the sourcing function.</li></ul>
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

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