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Job Title: Supply Chain Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Specialist to manage a dynamic portfolio of 40–50 suppliers and oversee approximately 120 purchase orders per month. The role involves executing purchasing activities within a regulated contract manufacturing environment, ensuring cost savings, supplier performance, and proactive planning. The specialist will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, shipping/receiving, estimating, manufacturing, finance, and scheduling to maintain a seamless supply chain operation.

Responsibilities

+ Lead formal supplier reviews and corrective action plans.

+ Develop supplier risk mitigation strategies and sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.

+ Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives through negotiation and efficiency improvements.

+ Implement inventory reduction strategies such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and consignment.

+ Participate in Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP).

+ Own supplier scorecards and ensure data integrity in pricing, lead times, and compliance.

+ Serve as a subject matter expert in cross-functional projects.

+ Provide market insights and support engineering, sales, and operations.

Essential Skills

+ 3–5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or materials planning.

+ Experience in regulated manufacturing environments.

+ Strong multitasking, negotiation, and strategic sourcing skills.

+ ERP/MRP experience, with Epicor preferred.

+ Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with Epicore.

+ APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP).

+ Medical device industry experience.

+ Experience with supplier performance reviews and cost reduction initiatives.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite in a manufacturing environment and operates Monday through Friday. Start times vary between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM, with standard hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, offering some flexibility. The company boasts over 60 years of organic growth, accelerated by private equity ownership since 2022, and a strong legacy culture characterized by a collaborative, mission-driven team. Leadership is committed to employee development, fostering internal mobility and shadowing programs. The focus is on execution, precision, and agile decision-making.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $43.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.