Supply Chain Specialist

ICM Controls Corp.; Village of North Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ICM Controls Corp. in New York is seeking a Temporary Supply Chain Specialist to provide flexible administrative, analytical, and transactional support across purchasing, planning, and inventory management.

You will help maintain accurate supply chain data, monitor material status, coordinate with internal teams and suppliers, and support timely material flow to meet business needs. Assignment duration and focus may vary by business priorities and experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and standard office applications.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and data accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate supply chain transactions, records, master data, and documentation in ERP, MRP, and related systems.
• Support purchasing activities, including purchase order creation and maintenance, supplier follow-up, order acknowledgments, delivery commitments, and shipment tracking.
• Support planning activities by monitoring material requirements, production or replenishment schedules, lead times, shortages, and changes in demand or supply.
• Support inventory management activities, including inventory accuracy, cycle counts, stock status reviews, material availability, and investigation of discrepancies.
• Monitor open orders, planned orders, inventory levels, and at-risk materials; elevate issues and recommend follow-up actions as appropriate.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal partners such as Purchasing, Planning, Production, Receiving, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Accounts Payable to resolve issues.
• Prepare, update, and distribute reports related to order status, material availability, inventory, supplier performance, shortages, and other supply chain metrics.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, process documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other supply chain support duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Description

Position Summary

The Temporary Supply Chain Specialist provides flexible administrative, analytical, and transactional support across purchasing, planning, and inventory management activities. The role helps maintain accurate supply chain data, monitor material and order status, coordinate with internal teams and external partners, and support the timely flow of materials needed for business operations. Assignment focus may vary based on current business priorities and the individual’s experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate supply chain transactions, records, master data, and documentation in ERP, MRP, and related systems.


• Support purchasing activities, including purchase order creation and maintenance, supplier follow-up, order acknowledgments, delivery commitments, and shipment tracking.


• Support planning activities by monitoring material requirements, production or replenishment schedules, lead times, shortages, and changes in demand or supply.


• Support inventory management activities, including inventory accuracy, cycle counts, stock status reviews, material availability, and investigation of discrepancies.


• Monitor open orders, planned orders, inventory levels, and at-risk materials; elevate issues and recommend follow-up actions as appropriate.


• Coordinate with suppliers and internal partners such as Purchasing, Planning, Production, Receiving, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Accounts Payable to resolve issues.


• Prepare, update, and distribute reports related to order status, material availability, inventory, supplier performance, shortages, and other supply chain metrics.


• Assist with data collection, analysis, process documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Perform other supply chain support duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and standard office applications.


• Strong organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and data accuracy.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or coursework in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.


• Previous experience in purchasing, planning, inventory control, customer service, manufacturing administration, or supply chain support.


• Experience using ERP or MRP systems.


• Familiarity with purchase orders, supplier coordination, material requirements, inventory transactions, or manufacturing operations.


• Experience with reporting, data analysis, or process improvement.

• Attention to detail


• Organization and time management


• Problem solving


• Communication


• Teamwork


• Data accuracy


• Follow-up and accountability


• Adaptability

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is primarily performed in an office or operational environment, depending on assignment.


• Ability to sit, work at a computer, and use standard office equipment for extended periods.


• Ability to access operational areas as needed and comply with applicable safety requirements.

Temporary Assignment Parameters

Assignment duration, schedule, work location, and primary functional focus will be determined by business needs. This position may support one or more areas of the Supply Chain organization, including purchasing, planning, and inventory management.