Account Manager

MSI Express, Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Matching

Bonus Eligible

Job summary

MSI Express, Inc. is seeking an Account Manager to manage customer relationships, ensure timely orders, and oversee material flow to meet demand.

The role partners with production, logistics, and quality control to ensure smooth plant operations and high customer satisfaction. You will handle order processing, inventory planning, and data analysis to provide insights and drive improvements across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED and a related bachelor's degree.
• Four plus years in purchasing, material planning or materials management with food manufacturing experience.
• Strong inventory, data analysis and problem-solving abilities; effective communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture long-lasting customer relationships and ensure timely order processing.
• Interface with SAP/Oracle for scheduling, production and shipping; manage customer owned materials.
• Coordinate with production, procurement and logistics to meet production schedules.
• Track orders, communicate status, and resolve discrepancies with internal teams.
• Analyze inventory, drive reductions and optimize material flow and accuracy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to meet customer requirements and improve service levels.

Skills

Math skills

Typing skills

Organizational skills

People skills

Project management

Leadership

Budget management

Vendor/contractor management

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Nulogy

Tableau

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K Matching
• Bonus Eligible

Schedule: 1st Shift

Work Location: On-Site

ROLE PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY

The Account Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining strong relationships with customers, ensuring timely and accurate processing of orders, and overseeing the efficient flow of materials to meet customer demand. This role involves collaboration with internal teams, such as production, logistics, and quality control, to ensure efficient plant operations and exceptional customer satisfaction.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Customer Relationship Management Build and nurture strong, long-lasting relationships with customers
• Understand customer needs, preferences, and expectations to provide personalized service
• Ensure customer reports and information are accurate and communicated to customer in a timely fashion
• Interface into customer reporting systems (i.e., SAP, Oracle for scheduling, production, -most times by lot control), shipping, receiving, and managing procurement of customer owned raw materials for specific customer assigned
• Assist in new product launches, collaborate with commercialization team, and site team to meet with timelines and other targets
• Handle customer issues & complaints by referring the issue to the appropriate department & logging them onto the system. Follow up to resolution
• Order Processing Receive and process customer orders accurately and efficiently Verify order details, including quantities, specifications, and delivery schedules Prepare job files and project specifications for internal processing and manufacturing for specific customer assigned Track order fulfillment & communicate shorts to our customers with information on when product will be available
• Material Inventory Management Participate in material planning process Drive change in managing inventory levels and inventory turns and minimizing obsolescence, scrap, aged inventories, and inventory reserves Analyze production yield, material usage, and material loss data to understand customer/material impacts Coordinate with production and procurement teams to ensure optimal inventory levels
• Supply Chain Coordination Collaborate with internal supply chain teams to ensure timely procurement of raw materials and ingredients Oversee the supply of raw and packaging materials (whether customer or organization owned) for the facility to include new production to meet production schedules Coordinate with logistics teams to facilitate on-time deliveries to customers
• Problem-Solving Identify and address customer-related supply chain issues promptly and effectively Resolve order discrepancies, shipping delays, or quality concerns in collaboration with relevant teams
• Communication Maintain clear and open communication with customers regarding order status, changes, and potential issues Collaborate cross functionally with internal teams to convey customer requirements and expectations
• Negotiation and Contract Management Negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with customers Manage contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with terms and conditions
• Data Analysis Utilize data and analytics to track order performance, customer buying patterns, and inventory levels Provide insights to management for strategic decision-making
• Quality Focus Ensure that materials and products meet quality control standards before delivery to customers Collaborate with quality control teams to address and resolve any quality issues
• Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements within customer material account management Stay informed about industry trends and best practices Participate and assist in development of new, effective programs/policies for customer, supplier, transportation, and logistics management in conjunction with Supply Chain and plant leadership Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/ CAPABILITY PROFILE

• Minimum Education High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Minimum Experience Four plus (4+) years of experience in purchasing or material planning, purchasing, materials management
• Food manufacturing experience
• Demonstrated track record in improving inventory accuracy, driving inventory reduction strategies and reducing premium freight
• Strong Math and Typing Skills
• Basic level of business acumen, strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Minimum Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities Working knowledge of manufacturing, material flow and improvement strategies and the ability to integrate those into the operation
• Excellent organizational and people skills, project management skills, with an ability to openly convey information to team members in a timely, concise manner
• Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, Nulogy, Tableau, etc.
• Leadership
• Budget Management
• Vendor/Contractor Management
• Metric Development
• Ability to identify and propose potential solutions to production
• Demonstrated Understanding of Materials Management

DEI and Employment Equity

MSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We are a single-source contract manufacturing and packaging company, delivering innovative engineering solutions from our strategically located network of manufacturing facilities.