Position Details
Supply Management Planner Apply
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is the brand name of Deere & Company, an American corporation that manufactures agricultural machinery, heavy equipment, forestry machinery, diesel engines, drivetrains used in heavy equipment, and lawn care equipment.
Job Title: Supply Management Planner
Location: East Moline, IL, 61244
Duration: 12 Months
Job Type: Contract
Work Type: Onsite
Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position.
Job Description:
Major Purpose
- Performs the duties of a Supply Management Planner II. Manages the day- to-day performance and relationship of a group of suppliers for several assigned commodities to support factory operations.
- Works with the Supply Base to drive continuous improvement in quality and delivery.
Major Duties
- Execute, in a supply chain of low complexity, planning activities within a defined framework/system that mainly affect own organization/unit.
- Maintain day-to-day contact with business-critical suppliers and respond to complex incidents with suppliers or supplies/services to analyse performance and provide feedback on key supplier management indicators.
- Collect and collate information on the key cost drivers, market dynamics and issues, areas of innovation, and alternative suppliers to provide solid market information to more senior colleagues for decision-making.
- Contribute to reviewing existing operations in own area of work, and support in generating new ideas to assist in identifying continuous improvements.
- Gather and report on information on existing contract performance and provide it as input to the new contract process for negotiations/renegotiations.
- Manage inventory for a site or factory, with guidance when discrepancies or issues are identified, following existing procedures.
- Support stakeholder engagement by arranging actions, meetings, and events.
- Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching.
- Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge
- Action Planning
- Planning and Organizing
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Verbal Communication
- Procurement Process Management
- Traffic and Vehicle Planning
- Assessment
- Costing and Budgeting
- Reporting
- Review and Reporting
Education
- Post-Secondary Non-Tertiary Education
Work Experience
- Basic experience of simple office / operational systems (4 to 6 months)
- Very limited (0 to 3 months)
- We are seeking a dedicated Supply Management Planner to join our team.
- The successful candidate will manage the delivery of purchased parts for both internal and external suppliers across one or more locations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee the delivery process of purchased parts.
- Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
- Utilize Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, for daily tasks.
Required Skills:
- Strong communication skills.
- Proficiency in typing and computer operations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A 4-year degree in a Business-related field or Supply Management.
- Open to recent graduates.
- Experience with SAP.
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
