Project Engineer – Supply Chain Operations

About the role

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply chain activities supporting Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) projects across global drivetrain value streams.
• Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful implementation of product changes.
• Monitor and communicate the impact of active and upcoming CPI projects on the supply chain.
• Develop phase-in/phase-out plans for components while minimizing scrap, rework, and operational disruptions.
• Manage service letter inventory requirements and work with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory issues.
• Track and report component and machine serial number effectivity dates.
• Create, maintain, and consolidate reports, dashboards, and visualizations for project tracking and decision-making.
• Collaborate with operations, depot supply chain analysts, and product support teams to drive process improvements and supply chain efficiency.
• Facilitate and manage Part Stocking Requests (PSRs) and Inventory Stocking Requests (ISRs).
• Serve as the Supply Chain Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing guidance and best practices to project teams and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement effective supply chain solutions.
• Support risk management activities and ensure smooth execution of supply chain initiatives across multiple facilities and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field; equivalent work experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of professional experience in project management, supply chain, operations, manufacturing, or a related industry.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects involving engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Supply Chain Management principles, processes, and terminology.
• Experience with project coordination and cross-functional project execution.
• Knowledge of inventory management, material planning, and supply chain operations.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and dashboard/visualization tools.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Excel and business systems.
• Ability to analyze supply chain impacts and drive effective solutions.
• Experience managing component phase-in/phase-out activities and inventory effectiveness.
• Knowledge of process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to consolidate, track, and communicate project metrics and performance data.
• Experience collaborating with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, and Product Support teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and risk management skills.
• Familiarity with supply chain and manufacturing systems in a global production environment is preferred.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Product Development, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations functions.
• Experience supporting Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) or similar process improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes in a cross-functional environment.
• Ability to perform quality analysis and process evaluations.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience driving change and implementing process improvements across multiple stakeholders.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance business and operational needs.
• Ability to manage risk, ambiguity, and competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working in global manufacturing, supply chain, or operations environments is a plus.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company's medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long-term care needs
• 401(k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

Pay

The Pay Range For This Role Is 90,000 - 110,000 USD per year (IL-East Peoria).