Pregis · 4 hours ago
Supply Chain Specialist
Roselle, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$81K/yr - $97K/yr
3+ years expPregis is a company focused on innovative packaging solutions, and they are seeking a SAP Supply Chain Management Specialist to oversee virtual operations tasks including buying, planning, scheduling, and reporting. The ideal candidate will leverage their SAP expertise to enhance operational efficiency in a growing segment of the business.
Industrial
Responsibilities
Incumbent is primarily responsible for providing daily administrative support for Plant Operations. To do so effectively, the incumbent must be in tune with production objectives, reporting requirements, and other expectations. Must be both proactive and reactive, depending upon daily issues that arise. Support Operations by maintaining effective administrative systems and procedures, including correspondence, filing systems, monitoring inventories, e-mail and voice communications, workflow efficiencies, etc
Assure working knowledge of the SAP system, particularly as it relates to material transactions, scheduling, and planning. Maintain system updates as required for accurate production documentation and reporting
Gather, compile, and organize information and data to accurately complete required reports for Operations
Communicate effectively on daily basis with both internal and external stake holders
Administer other projects and assignments, as directed. Remain flexible about changes in workload and time commitments
Display the ability to look at the supply chain from upstream to downstream, with both short and long term planning in mind, resulting in a positive influence to revenue at the plant level. This includes looking at current processes and determining methods for improvement with regard to cutting costs, controlling and replenishing inventory, and shipping products
Collaborate with quality, warehouse and other staff
Monitor all open purchase orders
Works with suppliers to guarantee committed dates and price reductions
Maintains accurate inventory levels through a cycle count program
Creates and updates BOM and routings for new or existing parts
Leads the scheduling of production assets, including both primary and secondary converting assets, then coordinates with the Production Operations Manager
Review inventory stocking levels (MRP) and systems forecasts that support both customer demand as well as the inventory targets set by Pregis
Works within the team to ensure that there are plenty of RAW materials on hand at all times. Communicates and coordinates with production when issues arise
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to drive down production lead times, optimize production scheduling and eliminate production variances
Qualification
Required
SAP experience required
Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others
Promote positive teamwork culture
Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition
Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture
Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years of planning experience
Experience with data analysis and related tools (Excel expertise is a must); knowledge of SAP is beneficial
Ability to manage projects or threads of projects and perform self-directed work
Effective problem-solving skills and various requirements gathering techniques
Preferred
Major in Business or Logistics preferred
2-3 years of experience in a logistics function preferred
Knowledge of the protective packaging industry is preferred
Company
Pregis
Peak Season, Controlled. Turn seasonal chaos into predictable performance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-06-05Acquired
Leadership Team
John Breber
Vice President, Mergers & Acquisitions
Recent News
2025-08-13
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