Operations Specialist

JMJ PHILLIP; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an Operations Specialist in Englewood, NJ to support purchasing, sourcing, logistics, and day-to-day operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires resourcefulness, initiative, and the ability to respond quickly to supply or product-related issues, with a strong emphasis on understanding product specifications and coordinating cross-functional teams to maintain supply continuity.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or a related field.
• Experience working in environments where product availability and timely delivery are critical.
• Strong resourcefulness and a demonstrated sense of urgency.
• Ability to independently investigate issues, make decisions, and follow through on solutions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing, sourcing, logistics, and operational activities to ensure timely product availability.
• Monitor supply requirements and proactively address potential shortages, delays, or disruptions.
• Research suppliers, markets, and alternative sourcing options when needed.
• Support forecasting and planning activities related to product availability and demand.
• Help evaluate options and develop solutions when supply, pricing, or availability changes.

Skills

Purchasing

Sourcing

Logistics

Forecasting

Supplier relations

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

We are seeking an Operations Specialist to support purchasing, sourcing, logistics, and day-to-day operational activities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, proactive, comfortable taking initiative, and able to respond quickly when supply or product-related issues arise. This role requires someone who can understand the broader picture, work with technical product specifications, and help identify practical solutions to operational challenges.

Position Responsibilities

Supply & Operations Management

• Coordinate purchasing, sourcing, logistics, and operational activities to ensure timely product availability.
• Monitor supply requirements and proactively address potential shortages, delays, or disruptions.
• Research suppliers, markets, and alternative sourcing options when needed.
• Support forecasting and planning activities related to product availability and demand.
• Help evaluate options and develop solutions when supply, pricing, or availability changes.

Supplier & Vendor Coordination

• Communicate directly with suppliers, vendors, and other external partners to resolve issues and maintain continuity of supply.
• Follow up on orders, shipments, delivery schedules, and outstanding requirements.
• Build productive relationships with suppliers and proactively identify opportunities or risks.
• Take ownership of issues and ensure they are followed through to resolution.

Product & Technical Understanding

• Develop a working understanding of product specifications, requirements, and factors affecting supply.
• Review technical information and apply it when coordinating purchasing and operational activities.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to understand product needs and operational priorities.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate supply and operational challenges and recommend practical solutions.
• Assess alternative suppliers, products, markets, or sourcing strategies when circumstances change.
• Support process improvements that increase efficiency, reliability, and responsiveness.
• Maintain a big-picture perspective while managing day-to-day operational details.

Prerequisites

• Experience in operations, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
• Experience working in an environment where product availability and timely delivery are critical.
• Strong resourcefulness and a demonstrated sense of urgency.
• Ability to independently investigate issues, make decisions, and follow through on solutions.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable communicating by phone and proactively reaching out to suppliers, vendors, and partners.
• Ability to understand and work with product specifications and technical information.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with forecasting, market research, or global trade is a plus.

Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)

• Supply chain, purchasing, logistics, or operations-related certifications are preferred but not required.
• APICS/ASCM certification or similar credentials would be an advantage.

What the Role Offers

• Salary: $60,000 – $80,000 per year.
• Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful operational and supply challenges.
• Exposure to sourcing, purchasing, logistics, forecasting, and global trade activities.
• A role that combines strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution.
• Opportunity to work cross-functionally and develop broad business knowledge.
• A dynamic environment where initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving are highly valued.
• Potential for continued professional growth within operations and supply chain functions.

Why Englewood?

Englewood provides access to a diverse business community and a strong transportation and commercial infrastructure, making it a practical setting for an operations role involving sourcing, purchasing, logistics, and supplier coordination. Its connectivity and access to a broad talent pool can support professionals looking to build a career in operations and supply chain management.