Supply Chain Coordinator

Hydrite Chemical Co.; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement contribution

Wellness incentive

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Hydrite Chemical Co. is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator in the United States to provide administrative support to Supply Chain and Production.

You will handle purchasing, inter-site distribution, and paperwork generation while upholding Hydrite’s standards of excellence to ensure customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree in a related field and 1–3 years in purchasing or material management, with APICS certification a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years' purchasing or material management experience preferred.
• APICS CPIM/CSCP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Purchase bulk and non-bulk materials for plants in the region.
• Lead inventory management and optimize planning, production, and supply chain processes.
• Generate paperwork transferring manufacturing orders from ERP to production.
• Plan demand for MK1 warehouse via inter-site distribution orders.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound orders with cross-functional teams.
• Support continuous improvement and cost reductions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Prioritization

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain / Operations

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

BENEFITS

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

The Supply Chain Coordinator is a tactical team member that has responsibility for providing administrative support to both the Supply Chain and Production teams through purchasing, inter-site distribution orders, and paperwork generation. This position will uphold the Hydrite “Standards of Excellence” through the continuous commitment to customer satisfaction, both internal and external.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Responsible for purchasing bulk and non-bulk chemical and non-chemical supplies that aid chemical manufacturing for plants within the assigned region.
• Lead the inventory management function through optimizing planning, production, inventory, and supply chain processes.
• Generate necessary paperwork to transfer manufacturing orders from ERP to the production floor.
• Analyze/plan future demand for MK1 warehouse through inter-site distribution orders.
• Work with supply chain, production, interbranch, purchasing, and customer service to ensure inbound and outbound orders are executed safely and efficiently.
• Complete specific customer data entry for department to support planning needs.
• Lead and participate in efforts to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Process purchase orders for production supplies.
• Implement safety improvements through effective vendor management as well as manage the supplier corrective action request program. Manage inventory of partial containers to drive to resolution.
• Assist in other duties as assigned
• Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers.
• Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
• All staff members are responsible for reporting food safety problems to their supervisor upon observation of a known or potential issue.
• Responsible for leading and driving the Hydrite safety Vision, Mission and Values as outlined in SF063AF.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to production scheduling, inventory management, and workplace safety.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the Plant Manager.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree is required. Preferably in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years’ experience minimum in a purchasing or material management role.
• APICS certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP) preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, with a passion for driving operational excellence and delivering results.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, and Excel required.
• Previous work in MRP and ERP preferred.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and can initiate continuous improvement projects.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other process improvement techniques is a plus.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

**Hydrite is unable to provide sponsorship at this time.