Supply Chain Specialist

Job Title: Supply Chain Specialist

Location: GLENDALE HEIGHTS, Illinois

Type: Full Time

Our Client is seeking an experienced Inventory & Materials Management Professional to oversee inventory integrity, purchasing coordination, and material flow in a fast‑paced operations environment. This role plays a critical part in controlling costs, supporting maintenance and service teams, and ensuring accurate inventory, compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory accuracy, restocking, and onsite spare parts management
• Process repairs, receive and stock materials, timestamp and track repair parts, and distribute components to technicians
• Control inventory and vendor‑supplied materials in alignment with departmental budgets
• Analyze inventory records and recommend changes to stock and reorder levels
• Process and fulfill requisitions; enter and maintain purchasing and stocking data in inventory systems
• Monitor stock levels, expedite late material orders, and follow up on past‑due purchase orders
• Maintain cross‑reference systems and track nonconforming or defective parts
• Partner with department leaders to ensure inventory spend remains within budget
• Resolve inventory discrepancies and participate in semi‑annual physical inventories
• Collaborate with Accounting and auditors to ensure inventory accuracy and compliance
• Source, evaluate, and manage vendors providing plant‑level services and materials
• Research hard‑to‑find or high‑cost parts in support of the purchasing team
• Recommend reduction, transfer, or disposal of slow‑moving and obsolete inventory
• Establish and support cost‑reduction initiatives and report results to leadership
• Assist customer service and operations teams with system‑based parts transactions
• Manage warranty claims with OEMs for defective components
• Prepare performance metrics and reports using standardized charting tools
• Ensure ISO compliance and adherence to quality, safety, and company standards
• Create and manage production and inventory schedules using computerized scheduling systems
• Take a leadership role in service and quality initiatives, driving continuous improvement
• Maintain inventory standards, process documentation, and materials requisition planning

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with technicians, customers, and leadership
• Solid mathematical and analytical skills, including inventory analysis and reporting
• Ability to interpret instructions, solve practical problems, and manage multiple variables

Preferred

• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and able to prioritize effectively
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Customer‑focused mindset with attention to detail and accuracy

Core Competencies

• Personal Discipline
• Effective Communication
• Customer Focus