Senior Supply Chain Specialist – Mechanical Components
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24-10-2025
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Job Summary
The Senior Supply Chain Specialist Mechanical Component & Extrusion Components is responsible for the sourcing negotiation and procurement of mechanical component and aluminum extrusion components that power Ventions modular automation platform. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager this role ensures that materials inventory and operations flow efficiently to support New Product Introduction (NPI) Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and ongoing production activities.
You will collaborate closely with Engineering Manufacturing and Operations teams to drive cost efficiency quality and supplier performance. Leveraging ERP/MRP systems Lean principles and a deep technical understanding of mechanical components youll play a key role in enabling smooth project execution and supply continuity.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead procurement and sourcing activities for mechanical hardware extrusions and machined parts across global suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing payment terms and contracts to achieve cost quality and delivery objectives.
- Collaborate with Engineering on NPI and DFM initiatives to ensure manufacturability and cost efficiency.
- Maintain and optimize ERP/MRP system data accuracy for materials planning and execution.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to balance production needs and working capital efficiency.
- Support production logistics and quality teams to resolve material or supplier issues promptly.
- Drive supplier consolidation and implement Lean inventory strategies (Kanban reorder point optimization vendor-managed inventory).
- Analyze supplier performance and implement corrective actions as necessary.
- Track and report key supply chain metrics including on-time delivery cost savings and supplier quality.
- Participate in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives to enhance supply chain performance.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline; Masters degree or specialization in Supply Chain is an asset.
- 45 years of experience in procurement planning or supply chain operations within manufacturing or mechanical component industries.
- Technical understanding of aluminum extrusion machining and Mechanical Component fastening systems.
- Proven negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel; experience with SAP or Odoo is an asset.
- Experience supporting NPI projects and applying DFM principles.
- Strong analytical communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with Lean 5S or continuous improvement methodologies is an asset.
- Organized detail-oriented and comfortable working in a dynamic high-growth environment.
Additional Information :
How We Take Care of You
- Flexible paid time off and remote work policies
- Complimentary beverages and snacks so that you are fueled and ready for your day
- Career growth opportunities. Your future matters.
- Fun-filled social events curated based on diverse interests for our team to celebrate together. From sponsored sports teams to trivia nights
- Time off to volunteer and give back to your community.
What to Expect in Your Interview
- Initial Call
- Meet the Team
- Challenge
- Decision & Offer
Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity
Our culture is an uplifting environment for high achievers. The fast-paced high-performance environment will give you the opportunity to build products processes and strategies that will have a lasting impact.
When you join Vention you join a team of professionals with a diverse variety of experiences backgrounds and perspectives. Together we strive to nurture a supportive and inclusive work environment for all. We push each other to achieve extraordinary results and forge long term relationships as a result of the intensity and passion.
Were passionate about helping you do your best work. Claim your seat and find out what you can do!
If youre unsure if your experience perfectly matches our job posting we encourage you to apply anyway! We are happy to chat and get to know you better while you can understand the role as well
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Procurement
- Lawson
- SAP
- Supply Chain Experience
- SAP APO
- SAP Supply Chain Management
- Production Planning
- SAP ERP
- ERP Systems
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- MRP
About Company
Vention helps some of the most innovative manufacturing companies automate their production floor in just a few days. Vention's online-first manufacturing automation platform (MAP) enables its clients to design, automate, order, and deploy manufacturing equipment directly from their w ... View more
