Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY The main purpose of Supply Chain Specialist is to organize the supply of Graepel products to our end customers. The position requires continual support of the GNA Supply Chain Network, collaborating with Graepel staff as well as subcontractors, and communicating with customers to fulfill orders on time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS

· Review shipping due dates and prepare shipments to assure on time delivery.

· Input new orders and send order confirmations to the end customer when applicable.

· Prepare shipments by printing delivery notes, labels, and bill of lading documents and coordinate the pickup with a carrier.

· Collaborate with suppliers when hot shipments will be arriving and secure ship dates.

· Notify customers when freight will be delayed and determine their immediate needs to avoid line shutdowns.

· Interact with customers over the phone and via email providing quality customer service.

· Collaborate with customers through their proprietary software programs for shipments and deliveries when applicable.

· Provide administrative support printing correspondence, scanning documents, filing, saving files on the server etc.

· Collaborate within Graepel group to assure smooth transition of product to the end customer.

· Assist with inventory processes and procedures.

· Communicate with co-workers, management, clients and subcontractors in a courteous and professional manner.

· Work a regular schedule determined by supervisory management.

· Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & ABILITIES

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Business or similar field preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

· A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in supply chain working in a manufacturing environment preferred.

· Ability to establish relationships with customers, suppliers and subcontracted manufacturers and familiarity with pricing strategies and negotiation tactics

· Excellent interpersonal communication skills

· Outgoing attitude, communicative and negotiating skills, persuasive power,

· Cooperative attitude

· Willingness to travel domestic and international

COMPUTER SKILLS:

· Experience using MS Office Suite and Business Management Software

Company Description

Graepel is specialized in the manufacturing of perforated and formed sheet metal components and assemblies for industrial trucks, agricultural machinery, rail car, and the construction equipment industry. Our services include the entire process chain: engineering, tool making, prototypes, production, paint, and just-in-time delivery. Graepel was founded in 1889 and is internationally known with plants in Germany, India, and the United States. The corporate headquarters is in Loeningen, Germany. In 2006 Graepel North America Inc. was founded (GNA). GNA's focus is mainly on forming, welding, and assembly of perforated and stamped sheet metal products to serve the growing North American customer base. Graepel is well known for its industry expertise focusing on quality, precision, and customer solutions. In 2010 Graepel North America started manufacturing in the United States. In October of 2014 Graepel North America opened a brand new state of the art facility. In 2022 GNA added on to its current building due to continued market growth. GNA remains an exciting place to work with lots of opportunities for motivated prospective employees.