Supply Chain Specialist

Orizon Aerostructures; Wichita, Chanute (KS, KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Orizon Aerostructures in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure ERP-driven material availability while learning the company’s products and services and understanding how each function contributes to overall operations.

The role focuses on managing MRP purchase requirements, issuing POs, following up on late orders, forecasting production needs, negotiating favorable supplier terms, and delivering weekly and monthly metrics to the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Material Requirements Planning system to ensure on time delivery.
• Manage assigned MRP purchase requirements.
• Generate and issue Purchase Orders for Purchase Requisitions.
• Follow up on late Purchase Orders and address delays.
• Issue supplier corrective actions when needed.
• Forecast production requirements to supply base.
• Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.
• Manage supplier scorecards for quality and delivery.
• Initiate consignment or stocking program to reduce inventory days.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment; comply with policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MRP/ERP

Purchase orders

Supplier management

Forecasting

Data metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Summary: This Position is responsible for utilizing the ERP software to ensure that all material and products are available as required while learning about the products and services that Orizon sells and purchases. This position also must become familiar with the different functions in the organization and what their purpose is.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize Material Requirements Planning system to ensure production requirements are supported by on time delivery of material.
• Manage assigned Material Requirements Planning purchase requirements.
• Generate and issue Purchase Orders for Purchase Requisitions.
• Follow-up on late Purchase Orders and issue Supplier Corrective Action Requests when necessary to hold suppliers accountable.
• Forecast production requirements to supply base.
• Manage assigned material exceptions.
• Assist accounting in resolving invoice discrepancies and disputes.
• Provide weekly and monthly metrics to the team.
• Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Manage yearly supplier scorecards for quality and delivery performance.
• Initiate consignment or stocking program to ensure supply and reduce days of inventory on-hand.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field.

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