Supply Chain Ops Associate- 2nd shift

About the role

We are hiring a 2nd shift Supply Chain Operations Associate in Lansing, MI for our Supply Chain Solutions division. When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts. At Ryder, you’ll work on some of the nation’s biggest brands while gaining diverse experience and advancement opportunities at an industry-leading Fortune 500 company.

Pay

Exempt / Salary paid twice per month. Annual salary: $50,000 per year based on experience.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., with flexibility to work paid overtime on Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow up on all purchased parts to ensure shipment and on-time delivery performance to support production requirements.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all suppliers, providing direction regarding ship schedule requirements and containment plans when behind schedule. Includes decision-making on timing for supplier ship schedules—allowing them to push material out, pull ahead, and expedite material as needed based on inventory coverage at the plant.
• Track critical parts and develop/execute containment plans to ensure no interruptions or downtime to the manufacturing line, including decision-making on mode and required delivery window to ensure continuity of production.
• Coordinate and/or arrange for alternative sources of material, requests for spot buys if necessary (SPO and other GM Plants).
• Independently monitor, set up, and cancel truck loads for material pick-up as necessary to support schedule variations. Ensure proper material coverage at the lowest possible cost for the customer.
• Review part buffers to determine that they cover build requirements (Metal Centers and Powertrain). Document and manage S and AV code exceptions (Assembly Plants), including Alarm Interval maintenance. Determine root cause and take appropriate action.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels in MGO (GM’s MRP system), making appropriate adjustments where necessary. Make judgments on posting inventory adjustments based on investigation and analysis. Investigate and process any record adjustment requests from the previous shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (required). Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).
• 1 year or more in administrative experience (preferred).
• 1 year or more in relevant experience (strongly recommended).
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible work schedule.

Skills

• Intermediate knowledge of MGO (GM’s MRP system).
• Intermediate knowledge of transportation management.
• Intermediate knowledge of material flow as it relates to manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match.
• Discounted employee stock purchase options.
• Quality employee discounts on tools, cars, appliances, travel, and more.
• All major holidays paid and paid time off within your first year.
• Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave.