Supply Chain Specialist

Toyota Tsusho America; Liberty (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Tsusho America in Liberty is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to support end-to-end order-to-cash processes. You will focus on accurate data entry, basic inventory tasks, and vendor communication to strengthen the supply chain.

You will manage orders and cycles, execute EDI/portal transactions, optimize carrier routing, and contribute to KPI dashboards. The role requires strong Excel skills, experience in logistics, and collaboration with Finance on cost-to-serve.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of progressive experience in order processing, logistics, or inventory management.
• Proficient in advanced Excel skills and dashboard creation.
• Strong understanding of EDI/portal processes, carrier management, and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage full order lifecycle: create, track, and reconcile SO/POs; resolve 3‑way match discrepancies.
• Execute EDI/portal transactions; troubleshoot and maintain data integrity. Optimize carrier routing; lead exception management for high‑risk shipments.
• Negotiate carrier contracts and SLAs; lead vendor scorecards & quarterly reviews.
• Reconcile inventory discrepancies; drive root‑cause actions; update WMS records.
• Manage cycle‑count reviews and corrective actions; partner with Finance on cost‑to‑serve and margin impacts.
• Escalate exceptions, document performance trends, and represent the function at cross‑functional steering committees
• Produce advanced KPI dashboards (OTD, transit time, damage rate). Verify customs & export documentation; support compliance audit readiness.
• Guide cross‑functional teams on transportation strategy; own freight‑cost budget and variance analysis.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PivotTables

Power Query

Dashboard creation

EDI/portal processes

Carrier management

Inventory systems

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Corrective actions

Education

HS Diploma

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

What's In It For You?

• Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits (Low Premiums!)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 14 Paid Company Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement

Summary

The Supply Chain Specialist is a collaborative, detail‑oriented administrative business support who assists the end‑to‑end order‑to‑cash cycle. The role focuses on accurate data entry, basic inventory work, and vendor communication-forming the foundation of the supply‑chain team.

What You'll Do

• Manage the full order lifecycle: create, track, and reconcile SO/POs; resolve 3‑way match discrepancies. Resolve pricing & quantity issues, drive root‑cause analysis, and approve exceptions.
• Execute EDI/portal transactions; troubleshoot and maintain data integrity. Optimize carrier routing; lead exception management for high‑risk shipments.Communicate ETAs & delays; handle inbound/outbound exceptions.
• Negotiate carrier contracts and SLAs; lead vendor scorecards & quarterly reviews. Reconcile inventory discrepancies; drive root‑cause actions; update WMS records.
• Manage cycle‑count reviews and corrective actions; partner with Finance on cost‑to‑serve and margin impacts. Escalate exceptions, document performance trends, and represent the function at cross‑functional steering committees
• Produce advanced KPI dashboards (OTD, transit time, damage rate). Verify customs & export documentation; support compliance audit readiness. Guide cross‑functional teams on transportation strategy; own freight‑cost budget and variance analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need

• High School Diploma required, Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 2–4 years of progressive experience in order processing, logistics, or inventory management.
• Advanced Excel (PivotTables, Power Query) and dashboard creation.
• Strong understanding of EDI/portal processes, carrier management, and inventory systems. Proven ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.

Travel

• Minimal

Shift Time

• 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday

Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! It is the policy and commitment of the company to maintain a work environment that provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all its employees and applicants. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital/domestic partner status, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other applicable lawfully protected basis. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

We seek to employ individuals qualified for a position by virtue of job-related educational standards, training, experience, and personal qualifications.