What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Coordinator [209650] position at Aquent?
Partnering with Aquent, we are seeking exceptional talent to join a leading enterprise at the forefront of its industry. This innovative organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services, driven by a commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. You will be instrumental in ensuring seamless operations and contributing to their continued success.
Are you a self-starter with a passion for problem-solving and a knack for navigating complex supply chain challenges? We are looking for a dynamic and solution-oriented individual to join a critical team where your analytical prowess and collaborative spirit will directly impact our ability to deliver on customer promises. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference, transforming potential disruptions into seamless operations and safeguarding our reputation for reliability.
What You’ll Do
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
Are you a self-starter with a passion for problem-solving and a knack for navigating complex supply chain challenges? We are looking for a dynamic and solution-oriented individual to join a critical team where your analytical prowess and collaborative spirit will directly impact our ability to deliver on customer promises. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference, transforming potential disruptions into seamless operations and safeguarding our reputation for reliability.
What You’ll Do
- Resolve intricate capacity constraints and supply disruptions to proactively prevent customer dissatisfaction and maintain operational flow.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of supplier performance and sufficiency metrics, identifying potential risks, validating robust recovery plans, and ensuring their successful closure.
- Lead proactive engagement with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive swift resolution of escalated supply and order fulfillment issues.
- Strategically evaluate and coordinate expedited freight or alternative logistics solutions to effectively bridge short-term supply gaps when necessary.
- Facilitate cross-functional coordination to align stakeholders, define timelines, and drive actions for critical and escalated supply chain cases and backorders.
- Design, implement, and continuously refine comprehensive supplier recovery plans for complex and time-sensitive escalations, ensuring rapid and effective solutions.
- Orchestrate cross-functional problem-solving initiatives to minimize impacts on customer service and operational downtime.
- Develop and deploy innovative countermeasures, including process improvements, scheduling adjustments, alternative sourcing, and logistics strategies, to close supply gaps and restore stability.
- Prepare clear, concise issue summaries, present viable options, and provide informed recommendations, effectively communicating status to leadership and key stakeholders.
- Provide essential support for time-sensitive escalations, which may occasionally require extended or non-core working hours.
- Proven ability to act as a self-starter, independently managing a heavy caseload of complex supplier and part-related issues.
- Strong analytical skills with a solution-oriented mindset, capable of identifying root causes and developing effective resolutions.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating effectively across diverse functions, including purchasing, logistics, and operations.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate risks, resolutions, and status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
- A customer-centric approach, consistently keeping customer impact at the forefront of all decision-making.
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.