Job Overview

The Supply Chain Specialist will facilitate supply chain activities and provide ERP system support.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor all GLC facilities on issues relating to inventory flow in and out of the facilities.

• Manage inventory levels for finished goods in all facilities to ensure optimum service levels.

• Monitor aging inventory, perform root cause analysis, corrective and preventative action, and work with the Sales and Manufacturing to disposition aging inventory.

• Coordinate expedite order requests and short lead order changes by working with manufacturing, warehouse and transportation to ensure optimal service and efficient supply.

• Coordinate inventory allocation and work with appropriate parties regarding inventory availability.

• Monitor case fill rates and perform root-cause analysis taking corrective and preventative action on shortages.

• Manage inventory levels around new business startups and discontinuations.

• Work with manufacturing at all locations on supply issues.

• Work with procurement departments on material sourcing strategies.

• Support, uphold and monitor company policies and procedures as they pertain to sales, distribution and logistics.

• Travel as needed for projects, training and/or onsite support.

• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.

• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in the our Safe Quality Food Program.

• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with business emphasis or 4 years of business experience.

• 2 years of supply chain experience or more.

• In-depth understanding of Supply Chain processes and related issues.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel.

• Data mining experience.

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.

• Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience.

• Ability to administer a proactive approach.

• Ability to provide leadership, support, communication and direction to personnel relating to supply chain issues.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Supply Chain Management

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting.

• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.