Planning & Delivery Lead(Purchasing/supply chain specialist) at BC Forward in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Planning & Delivery Lead(Purchasing/supply chain specialist)



BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Planning & Delivery Lead (Purchasing/Supply Chain Specialist) for an opportunity in Indianapolis, IN




Position Title:
Planning & Delivery Lead (Purchasing/Supply Chain Specialist)




Location: Indianapolis, IN


Anticipated Start Date: 10/21/2024


Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.



Expected Duration: 24+ months contract



Job Type: [FULL TIME/HYBRID/CONTRACT]

Pay Range: [$27] - [$32.39] per hour on W2


Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, logistics/supply chain or business management, in lieu of a degree.


• Associate degree and 3+ years of experience in purchasing, logistics/supply chain or business management, OR


• Bachelor's degree 1+ years of experience in purchasing, logistics/supply chain or business management, OR


• Master's degree, OR


• JD/PhD, OR

Job Description:



You will manage delivery schedules and directly report into the P&C Manager. The core accountabilities for this role include supplier relationship management and planning delivery schedules for a given mix of suppliers.


This is a fast-paced, highly visible role supporting the North American external supply chain delivering to internal customers. You must be open to traveling up to 25% of the time domestically.
What you will be doing:

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuity of supply to the manufacturing facilities
* Utilize knowledge of production flow and load and capacity planning to build credible supplier delivery commitments
* Manage data integrity in SAP and ensure ERP Compliance is maintained
* Effectively manage cost by executing a balanced delivery and inventory plan based on customer requirements
* Communicate and schedule long term delivery commitments and coordinate recovery plans for critical parts
* Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives through the Rolls-Royce Production System and other problem-solving methodologies
Basic Requirements:

* Associate degree and 3+ years of experience in purchasing, logistics/supply chain or business management, OR
* Bachelor's degree 1+ years of experience in purchasing, logistics/supply chain or business management, OR
* Master's degree, OR
* JD/PhD, OR
* 5+ years of experience in purchasing, logistics/supply chain or business management, in lieu of a degree
* In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
Preferred Requirements

* Project management experience
* Adept problem-solving
* Strong internal and external relationship management skills

About BCforward:



Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.


BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.


BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.


To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.


This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.


Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 230063 when responding to this ad.


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Job Snapshot




Employee Type

Contractor



Location

Indianapolis, IN (Onsite)



Job Type

Engineering, Installation - Maint - Repair, Manufacturing



Experience

Not Specified



Date Posted

10/08/2024 Apply Now