<p><strong>This position is primarily remote (must reside within 2 hours of the facility and be available to work onsite as business needs require)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical <strong>Supply Chain Planner</strong> to support end-to-end planning activities across the supply chain. This individual will play a critical role in balancing supply and demand, maintaining inventory levels, supporting production planning, and driving data-informed decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong SAP experience and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with operations, procurement, manufacturing, and leadership teams.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop and maintain supply and demand plans to support business objectives.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities to improve inventory performance and service levels.</li><li>Analyze supply chain data, forecasts, and trends to identify risks and opportunities.</li><li>Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure material availability and production continuity.</li><li>Manage planning data within SAP and ensure system accuracy.</li><li>Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory, forecast accuracy, and service levels.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Provide reporting and insights to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Participate in planning meetings and communicate risks, constraints, and recommendations to stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Supply Chain Buyer/Planner to support operations through effective planning, purchasing coordination, and material flow oversight. This is a Contract position focused on maintaining inventory accuracy, aligning supply with production schedules, and helping ensure materials are available when needed. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel skills, sound logistics knowledge, and the ability to work across purchasing and supply chain activities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and maintain supply plans that align material availability with production demand and business priorities.</p><p>• Coordinate purchasing activities by preparing and tracking purchase requests, following up with suppliers, and helping secure timely delivery of required materials.</p><p>• Monitor inventory levels, identify shortages or excess stock, and recommend actions to improve balance and continuity of supply.</p><p>• Support schedule planning by reviewing demand requirements and adjusting material plans to meet manufacturing timelines.</p><p>• Work with logistics and supply chain partners to improve the movement of goods and reduce disruptions across the operation.</p><p>• Analyze planning and inventory data in Excel to identify trends, support decisions, and communicate updates to stakeholders.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams across manufacturing, procurement, and operations to resolve supply issues and maintain workflow.</p><p>• Assist with broader supply chain coordination, including activities tied to process or system changes when needed.</p><p>• Track key planning metrics and provide regular status updates on material readiness, supplier performance, and potential risks.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Supply Chain Planner to support inventory planning and forecast accuracy for our operations in St Paul, Minnesota. This role focuses on balancing product availability with efficient stock levels through thoughtful analysis, cross-functional coordination, and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong planning expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to turn inventory and demand data into clear operational insights.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Build and maintain demand projections by evaluating past sales performance, seasonal patterns, and market activity to improve planning accuracy.</p><p>• Lead inventory count coordination and investigate variances between on-hand product and system records to maintain reliable stock data.</p><p>• Establish and adjust replenishment targets, including order quantities and safety stock levels, to support service goals and inventory efficiency.</p><p>• Review data across planning and warehouse platforms, resolve record inconsistencies, and help ensure accurate information is available for decision-making.</p><p>• Partner with sourcing teams and external suppliers to communicate anticipated demand and support timely material availability.</p><p>• Prepare regular reporting on key supply chain metrics such as inventory movement, turnover rates, and forecast performance for leadership review.</p>
We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to strengthen inventory performance across branch locations in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This position works closely with operations, sales, procurement, and supply chain leaders to align stock levels with customer demand, improve replenishment decisions, and reduce slow-moving or obsolete material. The role combines analytical review with cross-functional coordination to support daily inventory activities as well as special business initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide inventory planning across assigned branches and districts to help maintain the right product availability while limiting excess stock.<br>• Evaluate demand patterns, replenishment settings, field input, and performance trends to recommend practical inventory actions.<br>• Partner with operations, sales, procurement, and buying teams to support service commitments and improve stocking decisions.<br>• Monitor branch-level inventory health through reporting and data analysis, identifying gaps and opportunities for correction.<br>• Support recurring inventory processes along with project-driven needs such as new customer launches, event-driven demand, backlog reviews, and stock versus nonstock evaluations.<br>• Drive consistent inventory practices across multiple locations by promoting standard procedures and continuous improvement efforts.<br>• Investigate root causes behind inventory imbalances and develop corrective action plans with key stakeholders.<br>• Present findings, recommendations, and action plans clearly to peers and leadership to support informed business decisions.
We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, material planning, and supply continuity efforts for a manufacturing operation in Livermore, California. This role will guide a high-performing team, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support sound commercial decisions that improve cost, quality, and service. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, analytical judgment, and the ability to work cross-functionally with technical and business stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead supply chain, procurement, and material planning activities to maintain reliable product flow and support manufacturing performance.<br>• Direct and develop leaders and team members across the function, setting priorities, improving accountability, and building organizational capability.<br>• Negotiate supplier agreements and commercial terms while balancing cost, quality, delivery, and long-term business needs.<br>• Evaluate supplier performance, inventory trends, and operational data to identify risks and recommend effective corrective actions.<br>• Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership to align sourcing decisions with company objectives.<br>• Oversee supply risk mitigation strategies, including contingency planning and actions to reduce disruptions across the supplier base.<br>• Prepare clear recommendations and presentations for leadership using financial, operational, and supplier insights.<br>• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain processes, including lean practices, value analysis, and broader functional transformation efforts.
<p>We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to oversee purchasing, supplier strategy, inventory planning, and logistics operations in Texas. This role plays a key part in maintaining material availability, controlling costs, and supporting production and program schedules in a regulated manufacturing environment. The position works closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program Management to strengthen supplier performance, reduce risk, and improve overall supply chain efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end purchasing activities, from supplier sourcing and bid evaluation through contract negotiation and order placement for materials, parts, and external services.</p><p>• Build and maintain productive supplier partnerships that support quality expectations, on-time delivery, and competitive pricing across programs.</p><p>• Measure vendor performance using operational and commercial indicators, then lead corrective actions and improvement plans when results fall short.</p><p>• Expand and strengthen the supply base by identifying, assessing, and onboarding new suppliers to improve continuity and reduce sourcing risk.</p><p>• Oversee demand planning, inventory levels, and material availability to keep manufacturing schedules on track and minimize shortages or excess stock.</p><p>• Collaborate with production and operations teams to align procurement priorities with build schedules, customer commitments, and changing program needs.</p><p>• Ensure purchasing records, supplier documentation, and contract files are accurate and audit-ready while supporting internal, customer, and regulatory reviews.</p><p>• Analyze supply chain exposure such as constrained materials, supplier instability, and external disruptions, and implement practical mitigation strategies.</p><p>• Contribute to proposal and planning efforts by supplying cost inputs, lead-time guidance, sourcing recommendations, and make-versus-buy analysis.</p><p>• Promote process improvements, reporting discipline, and best practices across supply chain activities while providing guidance to less experienced team members as needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to lead sourcing, inventory planning, and material flow for a specialized aerospace manufacturing operation in Kent, Washington. This position plays a key role in securing hard-to-find components, supporting production timelines, and building strong supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings a practical understanding of end-to-end manufacturing and can balance logistics, purchasing, and operational priorities to keep the business moving efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct sourcing strategies for recycled, repurposed, and specialty materials required for aerospace component production.</p><p>• Oversee inventory planning and stock control to align material availability with manufacturing schedules and customer demand.</p><p>• Manage supplier and vendor relationships, including negotiations, purchasing activity, and ongoing performance monitoring.</p><p>• Coordinate closely with operations and warehouse staff to maintain efficient material movement from procurement through production completion.</p><p>• Evaluate lead times, supply risks, and production requirements to support timely and cost-effective decision-making.</p><p>• Guide a small onsite team responsible for warehouse support, parts coordination, and purchasing functions.</p><p>• Use internal systems, including Pentagon, to track inventory, purchasing activity, and supply chain performance.</p><p>• Identify creative sourcing solutions for difficult-to-obtain materials while maintaining quality and compliance standards.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $95k to $120k (negotiable as well). Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 15 days of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick leave and 9 paid holidays per calendar year.</p>
<p>We are looking for a<strong> Supply Chain Analyst</strong> to support planning, logistics, and operational coordination for a manufacturing environment in Branchburg, New Jersey. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can turn supply chain data into practical decisions that improve material flow, forecast accuracy, and production readiness. The role works across planning and operations teams to strengthen day-to-day execution while supporting broader supply chain performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> Supply Chain Analyst Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Analyze supply chain and logistics data to identify trends, resolve inefficiencies, and support informed operational decisions.</p><p>• Build and maintain demand forecasts that align inventory levels, customer needs, and production capacity.</p><p>• Coordinate production planning activities to help ensure materials and schedules support manufacturing requirements.</p><p>• Monitor global supply chain activity and help address risks related to supply availability, lead times, and shipment performance.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve planning processes, reporting accuracy, and overall supply chain execution.</p><p>• Track key performance indicators and prepare insights that support service, cost, and inventory objectives.</p><p>• Review inventory positions and recommend actions to reduce shortages, excess stock, and planning gaps.</p><p>• Support logistics planning and material movement to promote timely delivery and efficient supply chain operations.</p>
We are looking for a Materials Planner to support day-to-day purchasing and planning activities for a busy supply chain operation in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can translate demand forecasts into timely procurement actions, monitor inbound product flow, and help maintain reliable inventory availability. The role combines planning, purchasing, and transportation coordination, with a strong focus on supplier follow-up, accurate system updates, and on-time delivery performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Convert forecast and demand information into purchase requests and purchase orders to support material availability and business needs.<br>• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order status, delivery timing, and shipment details while proactively addressing potential delays.<br>• Review incoming product receipts against pricing and order information, then record accurate details in the system.<br>• Track inbound shipments and transportation activity, including over-the-road and container movements, to help ensure smooth product flow.<br>• Monitor supplier performance and delivery commitments to maintain strong on-time fulfillment results.<br>• Update planning and purchasing data in the ERP system to keep inventory, order, and supply information current.<br>• Partner with internal teams on the movement of goods between facilities and support efficient distribution of finished products.<br>• Contribute to daily buying activities by balancing forecast inputs, supply requirements, and operational priorities.
<p>benefits:</p><ul><li>hybrid</li><li>medical</li><li>dental</li><li>vision</li><li>life insurance</li><li>long term disability</li><li>401k</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage end‑to‑end supply chain activities, including sourcing, purchasing, planning, and logistics.</li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with OEM suppliers and Contract Manufacturers.</li><li>Optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, cost savings, and lead-time performance.</li><li>Monitor vendor performance and negotiate pricing, terms, and service improvements.</li><li>Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies.</li><li>Partner with internal teams (Engineering, Operations, Finance) to ensure alignment on production and supply needs.</li><li>Analyze supply chain data to support forecasting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Travel will be required.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented <strong>Demand Planner</strong> for a 12–14-week contract assignment in West Chester, Ohio. This role will be responsible for driving forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, and Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) activities across multiple product lines and warehouse locations. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with cross-functional collaboration to help balance customer demand with product supply while improving forecasting processes and inventory performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Demand Planning & Forecasting</p><ul><li>Lead monthly forecasting activities in partnership with Supply Chain, Sales, and Principal Development teams.</li><li>Receive, analyze, validate, and enter customer-submitted forecasts into demand planning systems.</li><li>Review statistical forecasting models and compare projected demand against sales trends to identify risks and opportunities.</li><li>Monitor forecast accuracy and implement improvements to enhance planning effectiveness.</li><li>Maintain data integrity across system-generated and customer-provided forecasts.</li></ul><p>SIOP & Inventory Optimization</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly SIOP data and support cross-functional planning meetings.</li><li>Partner closely with Inventory Managers to optimize inventory levels and improve product availability.</li><li>Analyze inventory positions and recommend actions to minimize excess, obsolete, impaired, or expired inventory.</li><li>Monitor key performance indicators related to inventory levels, days on hand, and impaired/expired goods.</li><li>Assist in developing strategies to move impaired or aging inventory through appropriate sales channels.</li></ul><p>Cross-Functional Collaboration</p><ul><li>Collaborate with Supply Chain, Commercial, and Principal teams to align demand and supply plans.</li><li>Participate in forecast improvement initiatives with key business partners and principal representatives.</li><li>Lead recertification efforts for products nearing expiration or already expired.</li><li>Cross-train and provide backup support to Inventory Managers and Supply Chain Assistants as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Buyer Planner to support supply chain planning and purchasing operations for a finance-aligned team in Cary, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position focuses on balancing material availability, inventory exposure, and supplier performance while partnering with internal stakeholders to improve forecast execution and purchasing efficiency. The person in this role will help guide inventory decisions across the product lifecycle, provide meaningful reporting, and coordinate closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to maintain dependable supply planning.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee inventory activity for the assigned business area, including tracking balances, aligning transactions, coordinating returns, and reconciling inventory records against operational needs.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to build demand plans and translate forecasts into purchasing actions that support inventory commitments and business objectives.<br>• Monitor the impact of product launches and lifecycle changes, identifying risks tied to aging materials, obsolescence, and long-term supply requirements.<br>• Prepare and deliver regular reporting on forecast performance, timing, authorization status, and potential inventory liability exposure for business stakeholders.<br>• Develop spare parts planning approaches for new and existing suppliers, supporting negotiations and inventory strategies that strengthen service continuity.<br>• Work with suppliers, field teams, and internal partners to coordinate ordering activity, resolve differences between expected demand and actual orders, and improve planning accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with strategic sourcing colleagues to align material demand with supplier agreements and encourage utilization of preferred vendors.<br>• Review excess and obsolete material trends on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, and provide analysis to business units and accounting partners.<br>• Support process improvements that simplify the forecast-to-order workflow, strengthen controls, and increase efficiency across planning and purchasing activities.
<p>We are seeking an experienced General Manager with hands-on production experience working with hazardous materials and SDS requirements in a chemical or similar regulated setting. This General Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership across production, warehouse, inventory, and fulfillment functions, be responsible for driving operational efficiency, maintaining strong safety culture, developing high-performing teams, and supporting the continued growth and scalability of the organization. The ideal candidate will review financial performance and KPIs, coach/manage operations managers/supervisors, assume full responsibility for operational budgeting and P& L, and ensure own site OSHA compliance while keeping the lines running safely and efficiently.</p><p> </p><p><u>What you get to work on daily</u></p><p>· Lead and continuously improve operational systems, workflows, processes, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).</p><p>· Promote and maintain a strong culture of workplace safety while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and other applicable requirements.</p><p>· Oversee inventory accuracy, inventory control, fulfillment activities, and material movement throughout the operation.</p><p>· Develop workforce plans to effectively manage seasonal fluctuations, staffing demands, and changing business needs.</p><p>· Establish, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive accountability, productivity, and continuous improvement.</p><p>· Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop team members while building a collaborative and high-performing leadership team.</p><p>· Identify operational challenges and implement scalable solutions that support organizational growth.</p><p>· Maintain familiarity with RF-scanning Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and bin-location inventory practices.</p><p>· Remain actively involved in hands-on production operations, including working around automated production lines and supporting floor-level operational needs.</p><p>· Ensure appropriate procedures are followed for hazardous materials and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management within a chemical environment.</p><p>· Oversee the safe operation and certification programs associated with warehouse equipment, including turret, reach, and counter-balance forklifts.</p>
We are looking for a Supply Chain Analyst to join our team in Cincinnati, Ohio on a Contract basis. This role will turn complex operational, product, and pricing data into practical recommendations that support stronger business decisions across supply chain, sales, finance, and leadership teams. The position is ideal for someone who can blend analytical thinking, reporting expertise, and business insight to improve performance, profitability, and planning outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Deliver analysis that supports assortment planning, product mix decisions, and category performance reviews across the business.<br>• Evaluate pricing results, margin movement, and profitability drivers to help guide commercial and operational decisions.<br>• Build and enhance Power BI dashboards, scorecards, and recurring reports that give stakeholders clear visibility into key metrics.<br>• Examine supplier, customer, channel, and product data to uncover trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.<br>• Contribute analytical insight for contract, bid, and promotional pricing scenarios by preparing business cases and decision support materials.<br>• Partner with product, sales, finance, inventory planning, and operations teams on cross-functional projects that require data-driven recommendations.<br>• Identify opportunities to automate reporting workflows and reduce manual effort through improved tools and processes.<br>• Support forecasting, predictive analysis, and practical AI-driven initiatives that strengthen planning and decision-making.<br>• Prepare concise executive-level summaries and presentations that translate data findings into actionable business insights.
<p>The <strong>Supply Chain Finance Manager </strong>is a data-driven manufacturing finance leader responsible for accounting integrity, capital governance, forecast reliability, working capital discipline, and EBITDA protection across sourcing, procurement, freight, and supply operations. Reporting to the VP Operations Finance, this role anchors financial transparency, capex discipline, and audit-ready documentation across the supply chain.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Essential Functions & Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p><strong> Maintain Growth, Profitability, and Discipline in Support of the Supply Chain</strong></p><ul><li>Drive decision-making processes for procurement costs and sourcing.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate accounting and analysis of all tariff costs and purchase price variances.</li><li>Deliver financial insights to optimize the supply chain’s use of resources and maximize profitability.</li><li>Proactively identify and mitigate cost impacts to avoid financial surprises.</li><li>Support, analysis and record inventory slow moving and obsolescence and revaluation</li><li>KPIs: Deliver budgeted Gross Profit.</li><li>Provide timely input as it relates to cost of goods sold (COGS), purchase price variances & capitalized variances, producing monthly outlooks and quarterly forecast updates.</li><li>Optimize budget processes and ensure alignment with an 18-month S& OP (Sales and Operations Planning) process.</li><li>Deliver precise and accurate Net Working Capital (NWC) forecasting, focusing on inventory, COGS, and procurement.</li><li>KPIs: Maintain high forecast accuracy (100% on key COGS elements for the next quarter) and improved transparency for the 15-month forecast.</li><li>Collaborate with the Pro-track and Tariff Projects, related to sourcing initiatives validating timing, results, and achieving savings projections.</li><li>Partner with sourcing and planning teams to ensure alignment with financial goals.</li><li>KPIs: Deliver Pro-track Project Objectives.</li><li>Oversee capital and depreciation budgets, targets, forecasts</li><li>Ensuring projects are being capitalized timing, lease accounting is following ASC 842</li><li>Collaborate on SAP system improvements to enhance operational efficiency.</li><li>KPIs: Capital depreciation is completed on time, passing all audit requirements for assets and expenses.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Oracle Supply Chain Developer to design, enhance, and support enterprise supply chain applications. This position will partner closely with solution architects, business stakeholders, and technical teams to deliver solutions supporting supply planning, demand forecasting, inventory, manufacturing, and order fulfillment.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Oracle E-Business Suite R12, particularly ASCP and Demantra, along with advanced PL/SQL development skills and experience supporting complex ERP environments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, customize, and support Oracle EBS R12 supply chain applications.</li><li>Build technical solutions supporting supply planning, demand planning, forecasting, inventory, manufacturing, and order fulfillment.</li><li>Configure and enhance ASCP, Demantra, APS, GOP, and related Oracle Supply Chain modules.</li><li>Provide production support, troubleshoot application issues, and resolve data or integration-related problems.</li><li>Develop and maintain SQL and PL/SQL programs, interfaces, reports, workflows, and data conversions.</li><li>Maintain data quality and ensure accurate movement of information between ERP applications and integrated systems.</li><li>Develop and support integrations using ODI, OIC, or comparable ETL/middleware technologies.</li><li>Partner with Supply Chain, IT, Operations, and Finance teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.</li><li>Participate throughout the development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, fit-gap assessments, design, development, testing, UAT, deployment, and support.</li><li>Create technical documentation, solution specifications, and support materials.</li><li>Work within an Agile environment and participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and other Agile activities.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Supply Chain Finance Manager to serve as a key financial partner to manufacturing operations for our client in the Lancaster area. This role will guide plant financial planning, cost oversight, and performance analysis while helping leaders make informed operational decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing finance, a sharp eye for cost drivers, and the ability to turn data into practical business recommendations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities for plant operating expenses and capital investments, including ongoing reviews of financial performance against plan.</p><p>• Direct product cost management by overseeing standard cost development, daily costing activities, and analysis of inventory and departmental spending trends.</p><p>• Evaluate operational and financial results to uncover efficiency gains, strengthen service outcomes, and support cost-reduction initiatives through meaningful performance metrics and analytics.</p><p>• Partner with manufacturing leaders, accounting teams, and other stakeholders to provide financial insight, align priorities, and support cross-functional projects.</p><p>• Help maintain strong accounting practices by reinforcing policy compliance, improving control procedures, and coordinating with audit partners on risk-related matters.</p><p>• Coach and develop plant accounting staff while assessing team structure and resource needs to ensure effective support for business objectives.</p><p>• Safeguard financial records and documentation to support accuracy, compliance, and reliable reporting.</p><p>• Contribute to business cases for capital spending and operational improvement efforts by developing sound financial analysis and recommendations.</p>
<p><strong>Data Scientist III </strong>(Supply Chain Optimization & Forecasting)</p><p>Long Term Contract</p><p>Hybrid Philadelphia, PA</p><p>Pay: Available on W2</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Data Scientist III</strong> to support a Supply Chain Planning Center of Excellence focused on forecasting, inventory optimization, and advanced analytics. This individual will design and deploy data science and operations research solutions that improve demand planning, inventory performance, and supply chain decision-making across complex business networks.</p><p>This role requires a combination of Data Science and Operations Research expertise. Candidates should be comfortable building machine learning models as well as optimization and linear programming solutions that support supply chain planning and inventory decisions.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Forecasting & Data Science</p><ul><li>Develop and deploy time-series forecasting and machine learning models to improve demand planning performance.</li><li>Build and enhance demand forecasting models and machine learning solutions.</li><li>Develop inventory optimization, linear programming, and Operations Research models that improve planning decisions.</li><li>Analyze inventory performance, demand variability, and forecasting accuracy to improve business outcomes.</li><li>Translate business requirements into scalable analytical solutions.</li><li>Perform feature engineering, model development, validation, and statistical analysis using large-scale supply chain datasets.</li></ul><p>Inventory Optimization & MEIO</p><ul><li>Lead the development, enhancement, and ownership of Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO) models.</li><li>Translate business requirements, operational constraints, and planning policies into mathematical optimization models and decision-support tools.</li><li>Develop optimization logic that balances inventory investment, service levels, safety stock, lead-time variability, network constraints, and cost objectives.</li></ul><p>Optimization Engineering</p><ul><li>Build and maintain mathematical optimization models using commercial optimization solvers such as Gurobi or similar platforms.</li><li>Apply optimization techniques including linear programming, mixed-integer programming, scenario modeling, simulation, and uncertainty-aware optimization.</li></ul><p>Data Engineering & Operationalization</p><ul><li>Develop and maintain SQL-based ETL processes and data pipelines that support optimization and forecasting solutions.</li><li>Partner with data engineering teams to ensure data quality, availability, and reliability.</li><li>Create monitoring, governance, and documentation processes to support production-ready solutions.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Supply Chain Coordinator (Contract Opportunity)</strong></p><p>Cedar Rapids, IA</p><p>Contract Position | Full-Time</p><p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with experience coordinating purchasing, inventory, logistics, or supplier communication? We are seeking a <strong>Supply Chain Coordinator</strong> for a contract opportunity with a growing organization in the Cedar Rapids area. This role plays a key part in ensuring materials, inventory, and orders move efficiently through the supply chain to support business operations.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Coordinate purchasing, inventory, and order fulfillment activities</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and assist with replenishment planning</li><li>Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments regarding order status and delivery timelines</li><li>Track shipments and resolve delivery, inventory, or supply issues as they arise</li><li>Maintain accurate records within ERP and inventory management systems</li><li>Generate reports related to inventory, purchasing, and supply chain metrics</li><li>Assist with demand planning, forecasting, and production support activities</li><li>Research and resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, invoices, shipments, and inventory counts</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are partnering with a growing organization in Mobile, AL, to identify a Supply Chain Specialist to support day-to-day supply chain and logistics operations. This role will play an important part in coordinating customer orders, managing inventory, overseeing transportation activities, and ensuring products move efficiently through the supply chain. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of supply chain experience, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate with customers, warehouse teams, transportation providers, and internal departments. Experience with SAP is highly desirable. <br> Key Responsibilities Coordinate customer orders from initial processing through shipment and final delivery, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment. Monitor inventory levels, assist with reconciliations, and identify potential shortages or other supply chain risks. Arrange and track transportation, including truck, rail, and cross-border shipments. Partner with warehouses, freight carriers, and third-party logistics providers to coordinate shipments and resolve delivery issues. Maintain accurate inventory, order, and shipping information within ERP and other supply chain systems. Communicate proactively with customers and internal teams regarding order status, delivery schedules, and potential delays. Analyze operational data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, inventory accuracy, and service levels. Assist with implementing process improvements, system updates, and standardized operating procedures.
<p>We are looking for a Product Analyst to serve as the primary liaison between Supply Chain business stakeholders and technology teams, driving the strategy, optimization, implementation, and support of Warehouse Management and Supply Chain solutions. This role will translate business needs into scalable technical solutions, manage product roadmaps, prioritize backlogs, and ensure successful delivery of enhancements and strategic initiatives across multiple lines of business. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Serve as the Product Analyst and subject matter expert for Supply Chain and Warehouse Management solutions.</p><p>· Partner with business and technology stakeholders to define product strategy, roadmaps, and priorities.</p><p>· Gather, document, and translate business requirements into user stories, technical specifications, and solution requirements.</p><p>· Manage and prioritize product backlogs, enhancements, and releases to align with business objectives.</p><p>· Support WMS configuration, process improvements, and optimization initiatives.</p><p>· Lead stakeholder engagement, facilitate requirements discussions, and drive consensus across cross-functional teams.</p><p>· Collaborate with development, architecture, QA, and vendor teams throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>· Review and validate solution designs, testing results, and release readiness to ensure business requirements are met.</p><p>· Develop business cases, assess solution options, and support strategic decision-making.</p>
We are looking for a Demand Planning Specialist to support supply chain performance for a Contract position based in Oakdale, Minnesota. This role focuses on balancing demand forecasts, inventory availability, and replenishment execution to help maintain strong service levels across the business. The ideal candidate will combine analytical skill with cross-functional collaboration to translate market activity, sales trends, and operational constraints into sound planning decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and maintain demand forecasts by combining statistical analysis with business insights to improve planning accuracy.<br>• Evaluate seasonal demand shifts, promotional activity, and special purchasing events to anticipate changes in product movement.<br>• Support product lifecycle planning by incorporating launches, phase-outs, and assortment changes into forecast assumptions.<br>• Partner with merchandising teams to align plans with sales goals, pricing updates, and category strategies.<br>• Manage distribution center inventory performance by setting replenishment parameters such as reorder points, safety stock, and supply coverage targets.<br>• Prepare and adjust purchase orders based on forecasted demand, supplier lead times, and vendor limitations while helping protect product availability.<br>• Track shipment delays, supplier service performance, and lead time variability, then recommend corrective actions when issues arise.<br>• Review slow-moving, surplus, and discontinued stock to reduce inventory risk and improve overall inventory health.<br>• Analyze sales results, demand drivers, and performance metrics to identify trends and deliver actionable insights to business partners and leadership.<br>• Contribute to team planning routines, problem-solving discussions, and continuous improvement efforts while maintaining strong working relationships across functions.
<p>We are looking for a Production Planning Manager to support operations that keep customer demand aligned with inventory, production capacity, and material availability in Rockford, Minnesota. This position plays an important role in coordinating planning activities across manufacturing, supply chain, and materials management while helping maintain steady product flow. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, clear communication, and a practical understanding of lean practices, inventory control, and ERP-driven planning.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Champion a strong safety culture by reinforcing safe work practices and supporting safety as a daily operational priority.</p><p>• Coordinate production and inventory planning activities to help ensure customer orders are fulfilled on schedule while balancing available capacity and stock levels.</p><p>• Monitor material movement through the value stream and oversee pull-based replenishment processes to maintain efficient workflow.</p><p>• Evaluate production readiness using planning data and identify opportunities to improve throughput or secure alternate sourcing when needed.</p><p>• Review order demand against current inventory each day and adjust priorities to support service levels and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Work closely with suppliers and internal partners to confirm raw material availability and reduce the risk of supply disruptions.</p><p>• Partner with commercial and cross-functional teams to anticipate changes in customer demand or internal events that may affect established plans.</p><p>• Lead ongoing process improvement efforts by applying lean principles and supporting team adherence to standard operating practices.</p><p>• Conduct routine reviews of kanban-related policies and execution to ensure consistency across the operation.</p><p>• Carry out additional operational planning and coordination duties as needed.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to support purchasing, order coordination, and inventory reporting for a high-volume operation in Rosemont, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with large data sets, managing supplier activity, and keeping order flow accurate from entry through delivery. The role requires close attention to deadlines, strong Excel capability, and the ability to investigate differences across inventory, sales, and forecast information.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process forecast-based purchases, purchase orders, and quantity updates with a high level of accuracy and within required timelines.<br>• Monitor inbound shipments from supplier confirmation through delivery scheduling, ensuring loads remain on track and appointments are met.<br>• Maintain supplier portal activity, resolve routine system issues, and keep order information current across relevant platforms.<br>• Prepare and update reports that compare ordered quantities, received product, projected demand, sales movement, and inventory targets.<br>• Review inventory and sales records to identify inconsistencies, research root causes, and communicate findings to stakeholders.<br>• Calculate pallet weights and assess load capacity to support effective transportation planning.<br>• Partner with operations teams to confirm that stock levels and related records are accurate and aligned with actual inventory.<br>• Enter and organize critical order details, item data, exceptions, and other key updates across business applications in a timely manner.
<p>We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Oracle SCM to lead a team responsible for the support, development, and enhancement of enterprise supply chain applications. This role will balance day-to-day production support with strategic project delivery and will serve as a key liaison between technical teams, business stakeholders, and Supply Chain leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate brings deep experience with Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) SCM, along with hands-on functional and technical expertise across Oracle ASCP, Demantra, and Agile PLM. This individual should be comfortable leading teams while remaining close enough to the technology to provide technical direction and solve complex application issues.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Lead and mentor a team of application developers, analysts, and technical resources supporting Oracle SCM applications.</li><li>Oversee both production support operations and project delivery, ensuring application stability while meeting strategic business objectives.</li><li>Provide technical and functional leadership across Oracle E-Business Suite SCM, including R12 environments.</li><li>Support, enhance, and optimize Oracle ASCP, Oracle Demantra, and Oracle Agile PLM solutions.</li><li>Partner with Supply Chain and IT leadership to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable application solutions.</li><li>Support business processes related to demand planning, supply planning, manufacturing/supply chain operations, and product lifecycle management.</li><li>Lead or support Oracle upgrades, application modernization initiatives, integrations, and platform transitions.</li><li>Establish priorities for enhancements, production issues, projects, and application roadmaps.</li><li>Coordinate troubleshooting and resolution of critical production issues while minimizing business disruption.</li><li>Manage communication across business stakeholders, technical teams, vendors, and leadership.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve application performance, processes, reliability, and overall user experience.</li></ul><p><br></p>