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Accelerating Innovation

At our core, Accelevation LLC is about accelerating innovation. From the beginning, a driving force in our corporate culture has been curiosity and out-of-the-box thinking. We are a dynamic and fast-growing company that offers a competitive salary, paid vacation, and a robust benefits package including a 401(k)-retirement plan and company match. In the past 18 months, we have grown from 100 associates to over 270! We offer the opportunity to be a part of something different, collaborative, and exciting. We value those who bring fresh ideas, thrive on change, and are comfortable with growth. In this role, we are looking for someone who brings fresh ideas and is comfortable with growth.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for managing relationships with suppliers, ensuring efficient inventory management, strategic sourcing, and driving cost reduction initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience with direct materials and operations in a fast-paced environment and is eager to grow their career with our rapidly expanding company.

Responsibilities

• Daily Tactical Responsibilities: Manage the placement of purchase orders (POs) in the ERP system. Update project management software on PO status.
• Ownership fulfillment of ordered material to program and shop managers.
• Cost Justification and Competitive Analysis: Ensure cost justification and perform competitive analysis to secure the best deals.
• Identify and qualify alternative sources of supply, negotiate contracts, and manage procurement processes to support production needs.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the best pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Inventory Management: Oversee and optimize inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock situations, ensuring optimal inventory turnover and availability.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Identify and implement strategies to reduce costs within the supply chain, including negotiating better terms with suppliers and optimizing sourcing strategies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, Engineering/Solutions, Buying, Planning, Inventory, and Production Teams to streamline processes and enhance overall supply chain performance.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement. Develop reports to communicate findings and support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in Supply Chain and Materials Management
• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with specific experience with MRP/ERP, planning, production & inventory control, and sourcing/procurement. Epicor Kinetic preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and data driven expertise to make decisions.
• Project Management, Operational Excellence, and/or Lean/Six Sigma experience preferred.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Miamisburg, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Miamisburg, OH 45342: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000