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Penn State University · 1 month ago

Education Program Specialist, Smeal Center for Supply Chain Research

Penn State University Park

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$56K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

Penn State University is a prestigious institution seeking an Education Program Specialist for the Smeal Center for Supply Chain Research. The role involves coordinating experiential learning opportunities, managing training programs, engaging with industry experts, and overseeing financial reporting to support the center's operations.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Coordinate experiential learning opportunities between corporate supporters, advisors, and student teams including ongoing administrative support needed for effective program execution; responsible for project lifecycle from onboarding (i.e. documentation, collection, verification, training) to project completion

Manage the entire virtual training opportunities life cycle for our corporate supporters including scheduling, communications internally and externally, follow-ups with attendees, and other necessary administrative needs to ensure a positive learning experience, effectiveness in the program, and operational efficiency

Ability to seek out industry experts to engage with the Center in various capacities and effectively communicate and secure those needs

Create and lead the development of supply chain programs including identifying topics, speakers, and supporting logistical needs

Manage financial reporting for the department and maintain communications with financial office

Design and implement business metrics to monitor, track, and report. Ability to collect, consolidate, organize data from various systems, and present findings and actional insights to support department operations (i.e. KPIs, identify trends, patterns)

Optimize processes and drive efficiencies in the work we do within the department and team

Engage with and work closely with cross-functional internal and external stakeholders on various committees

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementData AnalysisProject ManagementFinancial ReportingProcess OptimizationMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication SkillsCustomer CentricitySalesforce KnowledgeCvent KnowledgeSAP Concur KnowledgeWorkday KnowledgeTeam CollaborationCreative ThinkingOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree

3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted (if filled as Education Program Specialist - Advanced Professional)

6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted (if filled as Education Program Specialist - Senior Professional)

Proven experience in supply chain management or related field with proficiency in supply chain terms and advancing supply chain operations

Ability to work independently with little guidance and provide regular updates to leadership and participate in regular calls internally and with external organizations

Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with varying degrees of complexities depending on the time of year

Forward thinking with a creative mindset

Must possess excellent and effective communication (written and verbal) skills, be customer centric, be able to engage at all levels, and be organized

Maintain accurate reporting of trainings, supporter engagement, and other initiatives including some requiring monthly and quarterly report generation

Advanced project management skills, with a proven track record of managing multiple projects and stakeholders in deadline-focused, ambiguous settings

Highly organized, action-oriented, and accountable for driving outcomes and following up on feedback to ensure positive results

Ability to work collaboratively with a highly successful team of professionals

Proactive in identifying challenges and solutions to drive operational excellence

Think both strategically and tactically, adapting to evolving business needs and priorities

Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Forms, Qualtrics or demonstrate ability to become proficient in an accelerated timeframe

Working knowledge of Salesforce and Cvent is desired; proficiency in SAP Concur and Workday

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks

This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties

A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S