Supply Chain Specialist
Job Summary
Summary:
This position is responsible for ensuring materials components and finished goods are processed effectively through the manufacturing operation. This position supports procurement activities develops and maintains reporting tools processes project consumptions and reviews project transactions before closing. The ideal candidate is analytical detailâoriented and comfortable working crossâfunctionally in a fastâpaced production environment. They will work closely with internal teams to keep processes aligned with business requirements.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Participate in endâtoâend raw material procurement by interpreting project requirements sourcing suppliers evaluating options and ensuring materials meet manufacturing demands.
- Preparation of bids requests for quotes requests for proposal requests for information and other vendor documentation.
- Interpret engineering drawings and use the information to procure required parts and materials for project execution.
- Prepare routine reports including inventory status consumption trends and project accuracy metrics.
- Collect and organize inventory consumption paperwork from the shop floor and consolidate data into appropriate journals within ERP.
- Maintain accurate inventory data and ensure alignment between ERP system records and physical stock.
- Review product consumptions identify irregularities or discrepancies in data and investigate root causes.
- Initiate the cycle count process with cross-functional teams to ensure counts are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Review cycle count documents confirm accuracy and enter approved results into the ERP.
- Ensure timely sourcing of materials and spare parts to maintain maintenance inventory.
- Participate in cycle counts from time to time as required.
- Work closely with production logistics finance and quality teams to support operational needs.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve data accuracy.
- Ensure accurate data entry processing and document control in all supply chain activities.
Skills/Knowledge
- Solid understanding of procurement processes inventory management principles and supply chain best practices.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization and with external stakeholders.
- Basic mathematical skills with ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts percentages and averages required.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Strong attention to detail ensure tasks are handled with the necessary level of detail and accuracy.
Education
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering or related field would be considered an asset.
- 25 years of experience in supply chain procurement or inventory analysis within a manufacturing environment.
Experience
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (Business Central is considered an asset).
- Excellent communication problemâsolving and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
About FET
FET (Forum Energy Technologies Inc.) is a global company serving the crude oil natural gas and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston TX with quality manufacturing efficient distribution and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forums products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.
FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal state or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit competence performance and business needs at the time.
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About Company
We're a global company offering value-added solutions that increase safety & efficiency within the oil, natural gas, & renewable energy industries.