Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist

Sercoloaders; Minnesota; On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for growth and professional development

Eligibility for health and dental coverage

401(k) plan plus company match

Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis

Job summary

A leading supply chain firm based in Two Harbors, MN, is seeking a proactive Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist. This role involves optimizing sourcing strategies, managing inventory, and ensuring smooth supplier performance to maintain production efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Logistics, or relevant experience, and should be fluent in English. This competitive position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and proactive with strong negotiation skills.
• Experience with inventory management and ERP systems.
• Background in Production Management or Logistics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to sourcing strategies and assist in contract negotiations.
• Ensure site needs during commodity negotiations.
• Develop rules and tools for inventory management.
• Monitor supply chain logistics and ensure timely deliveries.
• Track supplier performance and handle corrective actions.

Skills

Fluent in English

Knowledge of ERP systems

Inventory management

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist

Location: Two Harbors, MN
Employment Type: Full-Time-Exempt

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Supply Chain & Procurement Specialistto join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring smooth sourcing, inventory management, and supplier performance to keep our production lines running efficiently. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy optimizing processes, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to sourcing strategies and assist in contract negotiations within your area of expertise.
• Ensure site needs are represented during commodity negotiations led by Strategic Buyers.
• Develop rules and tools to optimize inventory rotation and delivery policies.
• Place purchase orders aligned with negotiated contracts and delivery policies.
• Coordinate supplier deliveries to meet production schedules and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Monitor supply chain logistics and ensure timely, quality deliveries.
• Track supplier performance and initiate corrective actions when needed.
• Serve as the logistics liaison between Strategic Buyers, suppliers, and production teams.
• Manage administrative order processing, ensuring compliance with specifications and documentation.
• Maintain accurate data and generate reports as required.

What We’re Looking For

• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, kanban, inventory management.
• Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field OR relevant experience in planning activities.
• Background in Production Management or Logistics (entry-level candidates welcome).
• Negotiation skills are a plus!

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and efficiency.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work in a dynamic environment where your contributions make a real impact.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and help us build a smarter, more efficient supply chain!

SERCO Loaders is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Range: $50,000-$100,000

BENEFITS:

Eligibility to participate in the company incentive bonus program, subject to the terms and conditions specified in the incentive bonus plan document.

Eligibility for health and dental coverage, 401(k) plan plus company match and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms.

Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short term disability subject to applicable waiting periods.

Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis.