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Supply Chain Manager

AURORA North America, LLC.
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 2/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

Supply Chain Manager
Aurora North America LLC
https://www.aurora-eos.com/

Job Summary: The Supply Chain Manager will oversee and direct the activities of the purchasing department and supply chain at Aurora North America.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Hires and manages the Purchasing Supervisors, Buyers, and other staff as needed.
  • Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
  • Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
  • Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
  • Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
  • Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
  • Manages the supply chain, making sure material is available when needed in order to meet customer expectations
  • Overseas and approves purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
  • Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
  • Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
  • Acts as the company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers.
  • Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials.
  • Administers the departmental budget.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
  • Understanding of business and management principles.
  • Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in a manufacturing company.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software (particularly Microsoft Excel)

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
  • At least four years of experience in related field required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine needs.
  • May require travel.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • ERP systems: 4 years (Preferred)
  • Microsoft Excel: 4 years (Preferred)
  • Purchasing/Supply Chain: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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