Supply Chain Specialist

Star Blends LLC; Sparta (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(K) w/ company match

Profit sharing

Job summary

Star Blends LLC in Sparta, Wisconsin, is looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to coordinate material flow and manage supplier relationships. You will work closely with various teams to align production needs and ensure inventory accuracy.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and 2–3 years of experience. This position includes competitive compensation and a range of benefits like health insurance and 401(K) matching.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate incoming bulk materials on a daily and weekly basis.
• Collaborate with logistics for scheduling pickups and backhauls.
• Serve as backup to the Supply Chain Manager.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and oversee inventory control processes.
• Source bulk materials for production and resale.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
• Maintain system updates for cost, vendors, and lead times.
• Collaborate on forecasting with warehouse teams.
• Evaluate supplier performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience with MRP systems

Inventory management

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Who We Are

Star Blends is a fast-growing company focused on operational excellence, strong partnerships, and continuous improvement. We value collaboration, accountability, and innovation as we support the manufacturing and distribution sectors. Our team is committed to high standards, reliable supplier relationships, and delivering quality products to our customers.

The Role

The Supply Chain Specialist plans and coordinates material flow, inventory, and supplier relationships to support manufacturing and distribution. This role ensures alignment between production needs, inventory accuracy, and material availability.

You will work closely with purchasing, warehousing, and manufacturing teams to manage inventory, control costs, and mitigate supply chain risks, while also supporting sourcing activities and providing backup to the Supply Chain Manager as needed.

Day in the Life Looks Like

• Plan and coordinate incoming bulk materials on a daily and weekly basis
• Collaborate with logistics for scheduling pickups and backhauls
• Serve as backup to the Supply Chain Manager
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and oversee inventory control processes
• Source bulk materials for production and resale
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, quality standards, and delivery timelines
• Maintain system updates for cost, vendors, and lead times
• Collaborate on forecasting with warehouse teams
• Evaluate supplier performance

What You Bring

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; 2–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with MRP systems and inventory management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• PTO
• 401(K) w/ company match
• Profit sharing

Star Blends is an Equal Opportunity Employer