Supervisory Duties: None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Generates purchase orders for raw materials using MRP system, forecasting and input from other departments including Sales and R&D Lab
• Generates production orders for finished goods using MRP system, forecasting and input from other departments including Sales and Production
• Develop customer demand requirements using forecasting, MRP system and sales team input
• Monitor a very dynamic supply chain to ensure that incoming raw material orders are arriving on time and in the appropriate quantity
• Monitor existing production orders to ensure that their quantity and timing are appropriate to meet customer demands, Inventory targets and raw materials availability
• Supports the procurement of goods and services by assisting with supplier research, preparing purchase orders, and maintaining procurement records
• Work with cross-functional departments to understand their purchasing requirements and align them with procurement strategies
• Research forecasted demand schedules of finished goods for upcoming raw material needs
• Researches, analyzes, and forecasts current and future buying trends
• Periodically compares current and anticipated orders with available inventory of raw materials; uses judgment to anticipate demand for and make recommendations to acquire additional supplies as needed
• Participates in or leads periodic forecasting/planning meetings with sales, customer service, production, and other related departments
• Collects, interprets, and analyzes various types of logistics data including availability of product, reliability of transport and delivery, and other data related to product supply chain management, sourcing, and distribution
• Tracks product flow from origin to delivery via web-based logistics systems and other appropriate methods of monitoring inventory and shipment vehicles
• Using analytical methods identifies, recommends, and implements improvements to maximize supply chain efficiency while minimizing costs
• Develops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies located in the company, as directed
• Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of management
• Provides inventory reports, including reconciliation, as directed
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Basic understanding of supply chain processes
• Bachelors degree in a Supply Chain, Mathematics, Business, Finance or related field
• Proficient in Excel.
• Ability to compile information and make data driven recommendations
• Ability to visualize data through graphs or other presentations
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to work under pressure.

Physical Requirements

U.S. Paint is an equal opportunity employer

??Qualifications and Education Requirements?

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.

• Ability to work independently.

• High School or equivalent required.

Qualifications preferred

• Associate degree in related field.

• 2+ years of experience in related role.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements

• The ability to communicate orally with customers, vendors, management, and other co-workers is crucial.

• Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. .

• Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents.

• Must be able to position self to maintain and operate equipment.

• Heavy lifting is expected; exertion of up to 80 lbs. of force required.

• Good manual dexterity for the use of equipment.

• Ability to regularly squat and return to standing without assistance.

• Ability to regularly ascend and descend stairs.

U.S. Paint is an equal opportunity employer