Supply Chain Specialist

Supply Chain Specialist

EdgeStone Staffing
Location: Dracut, MA
Pay: $32.69–$33.65 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Status: Exempt

About the Position

EdgeStone Staffing is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Specialist to support purchasing, materials planning, production scheduling, and vendor coordination for a manufacturing operation in Dracut, MA.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing buying and planning, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Materials & Inventory

• Coordinate daily cycle count activities with the Materials team.
• Monitor material availability and identify potential shortages that could impact production.

Purchasing & Vendor Management

• Process and action purchase order acknowledgments.
• Communicate and coordinate with vendors regarding orders, delivery dates, and requirements.
• Process order confirmations for the Purchasing team.
• Send weekly open-order reports to vendors and obtain confirmation that upcoming delivery dates will be met.
• Work closely with Receiving to identify and resolve issues with problem orders.
• Expedite parts shortages and past-due parts and initiate corrective actions to prevent recurring shortages.
• Maintain an accurate expedite log.
• Utilize a strong understanding of contract manufacturing processes and dynamics to support effective vendor collaboration, sourcing, and negotiations.

Production Planning

• Plan work orders for release to the shop floor using Visual ERP/MRP systems and customer forecasts.
• Review Visual reports and adjust production schedules based on labor constraints and available capacity.
• Collaborate with Inside Sales, Engineering, and Production to ensure projects remain aligned with agreed-upon production schedules.
• Review customer forecasts to plan materials and production capacity accordingly.
• Run material shortage reports as needed.
• Process customer expedite requests and maintain appropriate logs.
• Work with Purchasing and Production to determine the best achievable delivery dates based on material availability, parts, labor, and production capacity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing buying and planning required.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or contract manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of purchasing, materials planning, production scheduling, and vendor management.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems; Visual experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer systems.

Skills & Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse workforce.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a consistently high level of quality and productivity.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office and MRP/ERP systems.

Physical Requirements

While performing the essential duties of the position, the employee will regularly be required to:

• Sit for extended periods.
• Use hands and fingers to type, handle, and operate office equipment.
• Talk and hear effectively.
• Stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Perform tasks requiring close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Primarily an office environment within a manufacturing setting.
• No significant or identifiable job hazards associated with the position.

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay: $32.69–$33.65 per hour based on experience
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
• Day shift: 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
• Opportunity to utilize your purchasing, planning, and manufacturing experience in a key supply chain role.
• Work with a collaborative team supporting production and customer commitments.

EdgeStone Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or skills required. Additional duties may be assigned, and responsibilities may be modified as business needs change.