Supply Chain Engineer - Defense Search

TalentZok

Liverpool, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$130,000 Per Year
SKILLS
APICS Certification, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Processes, Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Levels, Lean Six Sigma, Logistics, Machining, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Marketing, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Production Systems, Query Analysis, Reporting Dashboards, Resource Leveling, Revenue Planning, SAP, SQL (Structured Query Language), Sales, Schedule Development, Six Sigma, Statistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Liverpool, NY
POSTED
2 days ago
Supply Chain Engineer - Defense Search  
OVERVIEW  
Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting Defense/Aerospace company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below.  
  
Immediate opening for a Supply Chain Engineer in Liverpool, NY who possesses:   
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, data analytics, logistics, industrial engineering or related discipline
  • Experience with Epicor is a huge plus
  • Experience with Data analysis tools i.e. SQL, Power Query, and Power BI
  • 3+ years of experience in supply chain process improvement
 
Email resumes to

aencarnacion@defensesearchusa.com

and call 858.427.3668.
  
FULL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for both production planning activities and process improvement initiatives to optimize the production planning process. Owns the production schedule for high-complexity, high-mix aerospace products, ensuring >95% on time delivery. Collaborates with colleagues to avoid bottlenecks in the manufacturing process and recommends recovery plans for missed milestones. Communicates and identifies achievable ship dates and/or delays in production to Sales and Marketing. Leverages data analytics and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize the production planning process. The ideal candidate will have exceptional problem-solving skills, hands-on experience using database query tools to extract, analyze and present information through dashboards, and strong communication skills. Additionally, a strong background in Six Sigma methodologies, statistical analysis, and APICS certifications (CSCP or CPIM) would be highly beneficial.
   
The selected candidate will be responsible for:   
Planning Activities 
  • Develop production schedule to meet external customer delivery requirements and internal customer revenue targets. 
  • Review customer orders, factory capacity and material availability to provide product ship dates for Sales & Marketing.
  • Advise management of work in progress status, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure product is delivered on time to the customer
  • Collaborate with Operations Managers, Machine Shop Manager, Manufacturing Engineers, Shop Floor Group Leaders, Quality, and Planners to prioritize and expedite parts, and to determine progress and completion dates.
  • Manage the process of expedited orders by facilitating communication between responsible departments.
  • Actively monitor and level workload with capacity constraints at the resource level.
  • Release and track manufacturing jobs to ensure compliance to the daily schedule and identify/escalate issues that prevent its successful execution.
Process Improvement Activities
  • Utilize Epicor ERP system to extract and analyze supply chain data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights to drive process improvements.
  • Design and implement supply chain dashboards and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement
  • Perform statistical analysis to optimize inventory levels
  • Use Lean Six Sigma / continuous improvement methodologies to identify waste and engineer process improvements 
  • Leverage AI to automate portions the planning process
  • Experience with PowerBI, PowerQuery, and/or Epicor BAQ is desired
  • Experience with SQL is desired
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
The selected candidate will also possess:  
  • This position requires either a US Person (as defined in applicable export regulations) or a non-US person who is eligible to obtain required export authorization.
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering and Management, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, Logistics, or a related discipline
  • Exceptional skills in developing queries, performing analysis, and converting data into informative insights.
  • Exposure to or experience with production planning using systems such as Epicor, SAP, MAPICS or the equivalent.
  • Understanding business processes and using planning tools to optimize production.
  • Strong analytic background and proficiency in Excel. 
  • Self-motivated and proactive with strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision as an individual contributor and as a member of cross-functional team.
 
Salary Range: $90-130k/year.
For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to

aencarnacion@defensesearchusa.com

and call 858.427.3668.
More information can be found at www.defensesearchusa.com.


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