Supply Chain Services Site Coordinator

vallenext; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallen seeks a Site Coordinator for its Supply Chain Services, onsite at a customer location in Detroit. You will oversee daily supply chain operations, drive cost optimization, and ensure service levels align with agreements.

You will lead onsite associates and collaborate with inside sales and account management to strengthen customer relationships and deliver value. The role emphasizes KPI monitoring, inventory control, and continuous improvement, with a bachelor's degree and 3+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• 3+ years in supply chain management or related industry; indirect materials experience advantageous.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee daily supply chain functions and cost optimization.
• Team Leadership: Guide onsite associates, perform evaluations and training.
• Strategic Collaboration: Align activities with the Supply Chain Services Sr Manager.
• Customer Relationship Management: Maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Asset & Inventory Management: Oversee onsite inventory and assets, tracking and reducing waste.
• KPI Monitoring: Review metrics like service level and fill rate to improve delivery.
• Order Control Optimization: Refine inventory controls with account teams.
• Compliance & Process Refinement: Ensure adherence to protocols and correct deviations.
• Continuous Improvement: Regularly review processes to boost efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Customer relationship management

Strategic collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field

Job description

Position Summary:
Vallen's Supply Chain Services Site Coordinator plays a central role in coordinating and refining supply chain, vending, and/or VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) operations, typically situated onsite at a customer location. Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Services Sr Manager, this position is integral in ensuring streamlined operations, customer satisfaction, and alignment with Vallen's core business goals. The manager collaborates closely with the inside sales and account management team, forging a cohesive unit dedicated to deepening customer relationships and reinforcing Vallen's value proposition.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operational Management: Oversee the Supply Chain Solutions' daily functions, ensuring compliance with service standards, agreements, and cost optimization.
• Team Leadership: Guide and support onsite Supply Chain Solutions associates in their roles, focusing on performance evaluation, training, and fostering team collaboration.
• Strategic Collaboration: Collaborate with the Supply Chain Services Sr Manager, aligning team activities with organizational goals.
• Customer Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customer stakeholders, ensuring consistent satisfaction and exploring collaborative opportunities.
• Asset & Inventory Management: Oversee the management of Vallen's onsite inventory and assets, ensuring optimal utilization, accurate tracking, and minimized wastage.
• KPI Monitoring: Assess and report on key performance indicators, including service level monitoring, fill rate, machine downtime, and other operational metrics. Formulate strategies based on these KPIs to enhance service delivery.
• Order Control Optimization: Work closely with the customer and Vallen Account Representatives/Managers to refine inventory order controls, aiming to optimize stock levels and minimize stock-outs.
• Compliance & Process Refinement: Ensure site adherence to inventory protocols, cycle counts, and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Continuous Improvement: Engage in regular reviews to refine processes and drive operational efficiencies.

Job Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Supply Chain Mgt, Marketing, Finance, etc.) or equivalent experience, along with 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, distribution, or a related industry. Experience with indirect materials is advantageous.
• Leadership: At least 2 years in a supervisory role, emphasizing team development and cohesion

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and may be implemented to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.

• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc.
• Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to sit; occasionally required to stand and walk.
• May be required to wear various forms of protective equipment (shoes, gloves, protective eyewear, etc.) when making sales calls and/or visiting warehouse, manufacturing, customer and/or supplier facilities.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Long periods of time working on a computer and performing repetitive key-boarding activities is required.