MISUMI USA · 2 months ago
Supplier Operations Specialist
Schaumburg, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$28/hr - $29/hr
2+ years expMISUMI USA is seeking a Supplier Operations Specialist to manage day-to-day supplier operations. This role involves onboarding and training suppliers, supporting order and data processes, and maintaining supplier performance information.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage and train all local suppliers on effective use of the supplier portal to improve efficiency in supplier qualification, ordering, and overall management
Oversee supplier onboarding, registration, and application processes
Develop and deliver supplier training materials, manuals, and documentation
Monitor supplier quality, delivery, and service levels, implementing corrective actions and performance improvements as needed
Act as the primary liaison for suppliers, addressing inquiries, resolving operational issues, and strengthening supplier relationships
Analyze data sets to create daily, monthly, and ad hoc reports to track performance, identify trends, and recommend operational improvements
Lead projects involving supplier database updates and the redesign of supplier performance scorecards
Conduct quarterly supplier performance evaluations using established scorecards
Maintain and update supplier documents, contracts, and ISO-compliant procedures
Apply data-driven insights to identify inefficiencies and lead supplier-focused Kaizen initiatives
Improve productivity and operational efficiency by enhancing supplier management processes and internal workflows
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure supplier performance aligns with organizational and customer expectations
Travel may be required (5 to 10%)
Plus all other duties as assigned by the manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree related field or equivalent
2+ years of Supplier management experience and data management desired
High proficiency in MS Office suite, Excel/Access
SQL is a plus
Must be highly analytical with excellent judgment and problem-solving skills
Must be detail-oriented and able to retain training material
Must be highly motivated and a self-starter
Must have outstanding interpersonal and conflict management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
Preferred
Kaizen or other process-improvement skills are strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical (HMO/PPO/HDHP)
Vision
Dental
Life (Basic and AD&D)
Disability (STD and LTD)
Legal
Pet Insurance Plans
401(k) Plan with match
Commuter Transit Benefits
Employee Resource (EAP and GEAS) Plans
Fitness Club Membership
Tax Savings (HAS and FSA) Plans
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Company
MISUMI USA
MISUMI USA is an industrial automation company that provides press die and plastic mold products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
R
Randy Yu
Chief People Officer / SVP Human Resources, Communications, Administration
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