Material Handler - Freedom
About the role
Performs supply chain and logistics functions, which may include, but are not limited to, material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection, and distribution. Creates integrated processes among internal functions such as operations, purchasing and logistics, and outside suppliers. Focuses resources on continuous improvement of the movement of materials through various production processes and establishes key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goal on a regular basis. Promotes alignment by understanding and communicating customer needs and requirements throughout the organization. The Supply Chain group includes Supply Chain, Logistics, and Materials Management.
Responsibilities
- Material procurement
- Production planning
- Inventory control
- Outsourcing
- Vendor selection
- Distribution
- Creating integrated processes among internal functions (operations, purchasing and logistics) and outside suppliers
- Focusing resources on continuous improvement of the movement of materials through various production processes
- Establishing key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goal on a regular basis
- Promoting alignment by understanding and communicating customer needs and requirements throughout the organization
Requirements
- Performs routine assignments in the entry level of the Professional Career Band
- Typically requires a college or university degree or the equivalent work experience that provides knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts
- Develops competence by performing structured work assignments
- Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems
- Receives instruction, guidance and direction from others