Supply Chain Specialist

Cotsworks, Inc.; Highland Heights (KY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual profit sharing

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Paid Time Off

Relocation assistance

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

Job summary

Moog’s Space & Defense – Power & Data group seeks a Supply Chain Specialist in Highland Heights, OH or Cleveland, OH. The role focuses on procurement planning, BOM review, and supplier management to meet production needs.

You'll analyze material planning, manage purchase orders, and collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Production, and Operations to align material requirements with business goals. This is an onsite role emphasizing supplier performance and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field and at least 3 years of procurement experience.
• Experience in purchasing, planning, and inventory control.
• Experience with MPS/ERP systems.
• Proficient written and verbal communication; able to present to varied audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read BOMs.
• Must be able to obtain U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory usage and demand to optimize stock levels and reorder points.
• Manage purchasing for materials, components, and services to meet cost and delivery goals.
• Maintain and review BOMs, item revisions, and ERP data for accurate planning.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Production, and Operations.
• Monitor supplier performance and negotiate pricing/terms to resolve issues.
• Track market trends and supply risks; communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Support inventory management and production planning.

Skills

Purchasing & planning

ERP systems

Communication skills

MS Office

BOM reading

Cross-functional collaboration

Security clearance

Technical understanding

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title: Supply Chain Specialist

Reporting To: Logistics Manager

Work Schedule: Onsite – Cleveland, OH

Moog’s Space & Defense – Power & Data group is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist in Highland Heights, OH or Cleveland, OH. Your role is essential for developing, implementing, controlling, and optimizing procurement and planning processes for the entire company. You will be responsible for assisting in the execution of the company's business plan and flowing it down to the logistics department, especially for achieving goals that contribute to its growth. You will review of bills of material (BOMs) and drawings of material planning and forecasting, and vendor management and assessment. Additionally, you will assist with the procurement (sourcing, negotiating, and buying) of goods, materials, and services to meet the company's operational requirements. Finally, in this role, you will conduct regular analysis of procurement and planning systems and processes to ensure the highest levels of quality and efficiency are achieved and must exercise sound and independent judgment when considering price, quality, and delivery to ensure continuity of supply based on MRP requirements. You will report to the Logistics Manager in an onsite role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline plus a minimum of three (3) years of relevant supply chain procurement experience; Relevant experience plus education may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience in purchasing, planning, and inventory control preferred.
• Experience working with MPS/ERP systems.
• Proficient in writing, verbally communicating, and presenting to various types of audiences.
• Proficient with standard office productivity tools and equipment (i.e., Microsoft Suite).
• Technological understanding consistent with the products being manufactured.
• Competent in reading and understanding bills of materials.
• Ability to work with others – within the department and throughout the company.
• Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will:

• Analyze inventory usage and demand to optimize stock levels, reorder points, and material availability.
• Manage purchasing activities for materials, components, and services while meeting cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Maintain and review bills of material, item revisions, and ERP data to support accurate planning and production.
• Partner with Product Management, Engineering, Production, and Operations to align material requirements with business needs.
• Monitor supplier performance, negotiate pricing and terms, resolve supply issues, and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Track market trends, capacity constraints, and supply risks, communicating potential impacts to stakeholders.
• Support inventory management, production planning, throughput analysis, and capacity growth initiatives.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders, ensuring compliance with company policies and procurement procedures.
• Serve as a key liaison across departments, facilitating effective communication and supporting customer demand fulfillment.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply, timely delivery, and continuous improvement.

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team‑building activities.

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Salary Range Transparency

Cleveland, OH $68,000.00–$88,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.