Inventory & Production Manager

System One; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Purchasing & Production Associate to manage procurement and inventory for a manufacturing environment. You will maintain vendor relationships, ensure PO accuracy, coordinate production scheduling, and manage inbound shipments and billing with vendors.

Requirements include 5 years in purchasing/inventory, strong ERP experience (Datacor/Chempax preferred), and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. CPIM certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or supply chain management.
• 5 years purchasing and inventory experience preferred.
• Strong vendor relationships and ERP proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain vendor relationships and seek new vendors as needed.
• Maintain accuracy of purchase order data and close orders timely.
• Manage inventory levels and related billing with distributors.
• Coordinate production scheduling with the Plant Manager and communicate lead times.
• Ensure inbound shipments are received within 24 hours and verify counts.

Skills

Vendor management

Purchasing

ERP systems

Inventory control

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or supply chain management

Tools

Datacor/Chempax

Sage

NetSuite

Dynamics

Job description

Job Title: Purchasing & Production Associate
Location: Baltimore, MD 21226 (onsite)
Type: Direct Hire

Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and maintain good business vendor relationships while seeking out new or alternative vendors as required
• Maintaining accuracy of purchase order data: including items, quantities, due dates, close all purchase orders from receiving, special instructions and terms and conditions and receipt dates.
• Close and resolve all orders, and handle all billing discrepancies in coordination with accounting and vendors
• Review less-than-minimum finished goods reports and produce batch tickets and product transfers based upon that information.
• Work with the Plant Manager to determine the production schedule, and communicate lead times to customer service
• Manage inventory levels and associated billing with all consigned stock distributors
• Process returned purchased items that are not acceptable or do not meet specifications
• Communicate with management concerning new products and forecasts
• Communicate with Shipping & Receiving regarding incoming shipments
• Monitor weekly purchase orders
• Pursue opportunities that will improve the Company’s cost position
• Maintain vendor compliance
• Assist with implementing, directing, and sustaining continuous improvement initiatives
• Adhere to and enforce regulatory and compliance requirements
• Keeping team members informed of inventory issues
• Establish and maintain accurate inventory of all products and check quantities to ensure accuracy
• Ensure inbound shipment count is accurate to purchase order
• Ensure inbound shipments are received into system within 24 hours
• Establish and encourage a culture of accountability
• Close out monthly and yearly
• Maintain customer price lists, make changes as requested, and send out to the customers

The successful candidate will have

• Strong people skills
• Positive, self-motivated attitude
• Critical thinking skills
• Inventory and purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Attention to detail & strong organizational skills
• Ability to work environment where you will work hands on without an assistant
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Absolutely critical that the candidate be highly skilled with advanced mid-market ERP systems, such as Datacor/Chempax which we use, or one of the competitive products such as Sage, NetSuite, or Dynamics.
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) through certification programs offered by the Association for Operations Management (APICS) is beneficial

Experience

• Purchasing: 5 years (Preferred)
• Inventory management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Language: English
• Education: a four-year bachelor’s degree from one of several applicable majors, including business administration and supply chain management.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #851-Rockville-S1