Supply Chain & Procurement Coordinator

Theuniversityunion; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

Theuniversityunion in Newton, KS is seeking a dedicated supply chain coordinator to support procurement, planning, and delivery of materials. The role emphasizes vendor relationships, on-time orders, data accuracy, and coordination with production teams to maintain smooth operations.

You will manage packaging components, collaborate on quality issues, and optimize inbound shipments and inventory levels. This full-time, non-exempt position offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment with

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication with vendors, internal teams, and leadership.
• Proficiency in supply chain software and Microsoft Excel; analytical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Write and manage packaging component orders, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to specifications.
• Build strong vendor relationships and resolve issues through corrective actions.
• Manage supplier contracts, maintain component master data, and support component product management.
• Review and resolve component quality issues with vendors and internal teams to minimize production disruptions.
• Coordinate inbound honey shipments to Barkman warehouses, schedule deliveries to meet production deadlines while optimizing labor and warehouse capacity.
• Monitor and maintain Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) levels, replenishing production facilities as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location 1700 SE 9th St,Newton, KS, 67114,United States

Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

Supports the supply chain team by ensuring the timely and accurate procurement, planning, and delivery of materials - fostering positive vendor relationships and maintaining operational efficiency.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• You write and manage packaging component orders, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to specifications.
• You build strong vendor relationships and resolve issues through effective corrective actions.
• You manage supplier contracts, maintain component master data, and support component product management.
• You review and resolve component quality issues by collaborating with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely corrective actions and minimize production disruptions.
• You coordinate inbound honey shipments to Barkman warehouses, scheduling deliveries to meet production deadlines while optimizing labor availability and warehouse capacity.
• You monitor and maintain VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) levels, working with vendors to replenish production facilities as needed.

Requirements

TOOLKIT/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• You have strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• You have exceptional communication skills for engaging with vendors, internal teams, and leadership.
• You have proficiency in supply chain software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, Microsoft Excel).
• You have analytical problem-solving skills to address supply chain issues and support planning.
• You have a detail-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy in orders, schedules, and reports.

Summary

This full-time position has great benefits including health insurance, 401K, PTO and a relaxed but challenging, team oriented work environment where we have fun and do business together. And of course, we’re a welcoming equal opportunity employer!