Supply Chain Coordinator: Launch & Inventory Excellence

Challenge Mfg. Holdings, Inc.; Plant (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account with employer $

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employer 401k Match

ESOP shares

Tuition reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Incentive Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing seeks a Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team in Michigan. You will work with Materials, Purchasing, Engineering and Programs to ensure launches meet requirements and maximize safety, quality and productivity. You will also support forecasting, inventory control and material planning across multiple sites.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, strong leadership, and proven problem solving. Plex ERP experience is preferred and automotive background is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management/Logistics is a strong plus.
• Minimum 5 years’ work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Plex Systems ERP strongly preferred.
• Automotive industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage annual physical inventories.
• Track program launches and sunsets.
• Create and maintain BOMs in Plex from Launch to Sunset.
• Manage supply chain for Launch across Tier 1, Tier 2, integrators, die shops, and OEMs.
• Participate in launch meetings and ensure BOM accuracy and forecasting parameters.
• Analyze material adjustments and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvements and meet delivery targets.
• Review demand and supply to avoid bottlenecks and adjust capacity.
• Support business planning and transparent supplier communications.
• Travel up to 40% to customer sites, other facilities, suppliers, and training.

Skills

Inventory Control

Shipping & Receiving

Material Planning

Purchasing

ERP/MRP (Plex Systems)

Automotive Industry

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/Logistics

Tools

Plex Systems ERP

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing seeks a Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team in Michigan. You will work with Materials, Purchasing, Engineering and Programs to ensure launches meet requirements and maximize safety, quality and productivity. You will also support forecasting, inventory control and material planning across multiple sites.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, strong leadership, and proven problem solving. Plex ERP experience is preferred and automotive background is a plus.