Supply Chain Leadership Development Associate

Supply Chain Leadership Development Associate
Supply Chain Leadership Development Associate
Mentor, Ohio, United States
Associates in the Supply Chain Rotational Program will rotate through a series of assignments, each approximately 6-12 months in duration, within the following functional areas: Sourcing and Procurement, Operations Planning, Materials Management and Logistics and Warehousing with an expectation of learning and applying Business Process Excellence related skills within each rotation. Initial rotation includes on-the-job learning and performance of assigned functions as a basis towards subsequent strategic and/or project assignments.
Relocation will be required with rotations.This role is eligible for Visa Sponsorship or H1B Transfer.
What You'll Do as a Supply Chain Leadership Development Associate
Learn and apply best practices, processes, and perform in assigned roles associated with effective sourcing strategy management including procurement, strategic sourcing and category and vendor management through assignments in areas such as:
Execute orders through using the company’s ordering process and system
Identify opportunities for savings and cost reductions.
Interact with suppliers, conduct supplier performance audits and reviews, focus on improving specific procurement metrics (OTD, RPPM, PPV, Continuous improvement, etc.)
Research and evaluate sourcing needs, develop and implement a category strategy
Analyze trends and current spend
Participate in conducting RFP process and supplier selection
Contract negotiation and/or prepare draft contracts, including working in conjunction with legal counsel on draft and necessary changes
Support implementation and/or maintenance of master agreements
Exposure to visiting key suppliers
Evaluate total cost of ownership and price justifications
Participate in Supplier Sustainability and Supplier Diversity projects
Perform supplier market research to identify potential suppliers and/or alternate suppliers.
Assess and identify supplier risk, including data risk.
Cost reduction and/or vendor optimization through assessing market opportunities, vendor consolidation, value analysis, negotiation, pricing cost reduction strategies and contract term optimization.
Using data driven rationale, recommend solutions for cost improvements, increased efficiencies, and/or improved processes
Work closely with Engineering and Scientist teams to support NPD projects

Learn and apply best practices, operations and perform in assigned roles associated with effective through assignments in areas such as:
Materials planning, production planning, scheduling & forecasting, inventory optimization/ management and material movement
Work cross functionally with multiple teams within the organization including sales to determine Customer demand, i.e. Customer service representatives to ensure timely and accurate order delivery information; Operations to be informed on production needs, throughput and capacity, Engineering for new product development efforts and trials, and Finance to ensure profitability.
Plan and execute tactical level processes required to secure and manage raw materials, packaging materials, and work-in-process materials, based on a forward-looking production plan and including scheduling and managing delivery, storage, staging, and movement of materials
Schedule day-to-day manufacturing activities required to create and maintain detailed production/supply schedules based on the master scheduling
Prepare capacity plan, communicate with production leaders
Compile current input, historical data, and trend information to deliver rough forecast and market input for further refinement via the sales and operations planning process
Use forecast and planning tools

Learn and apply best practices, operations, and perform in assigned roles associated with effective through assignments in areas such as:
Effectively manage inventory accuracy and control to ensure Customer satisfaction while maintaining fiscal responsibility and alignment with inventory KPI requirements.
Perform and/or lead physical inventory. Researches, analyzes for improvement, and processes inventory discrepancies.
Prepare, analyze, and submit daily and weekly reports, as assigned.
Reports warehouse shortages and needs as designated.
Execute transactions and track movement of products associated with distribution requirement plans, including domestic movements and imports/exports.
Ensure that material movements and tracking information are consistent with standards and regulatory requirements.
Serve as the point of contact for issues related to efficient movement of material in support of minimum inventories and specified Customer service level
Monitor metrics, conduct root cause analysis and take/recommend corrective actions to address supply movement issues.

Learn and apply best practices, operations, and perform in assigned roles associated with effective through assignments in areas such as:
Support the development of business processes, strategies, and plans in a project team environment by collecting and manipulating data quickly and efficiently, conducting analysis, and communicating key findings and insights for additional business process improvements.
Use project management tools to solve problems and implement improvements that support the overall end-to-end business process.
Ensure the business meets the growing demands of Customers to deliver the right product at the right place, right time and right quality
Development of best practices, processes and tool kits

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed
Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Economics or a closely related field
Willingness to relocate as rotational assignment changes (every 6-12 months)
Ability to work flexible schedule, as needed
Ability to travel, if needed

Previous relevant internship or co-op experience within an area of supply chain
Previous leadership experience, either on or off campus - student organizations, mentorship, lead at work, etc.

Passion for learning and ability to quickly apply learning
Track record of effectively working in a team environment and excellent collaboration skills
Demonstrated goal-orientation and ability to deliver results
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
Ability to effectively manage and/or lead change

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer

Relocation assistance for assigned rotations
Extensive Paid Time Off and added Holidays
Excellent Healthcare, Dental, and Vision benefits
401(k) with a company match
Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career

Pay range for this opportunity is $65,000 - $70,000. This position is eligible for bonus participation.
Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.
STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits:
Open until position is filled.
STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit .
If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.
STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.
The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.
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