MANUFACTURING MATERIALS PLANNER-CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPERT - Acme Industries
Elk Grove Village, IL
About the Job
The Position:
Acme Industries is looking for a detail-oriented, reliable Value Stream Specialist that is not afraid to take initiative through customer support, order processing, purchasing and planning on efficient use of resources based on customer demand. We are seeking a candidate with 3-5 years of experience in customer service, purchasing and planning preferably in the manufacturing industry. This is a full-time permanent position.
Job duties:
- Enter customer purchase/change orders into ERP system. Initiate orders for replacements and/or correct errors (shortages, wrong items shipped, etc.)
- Manage customer issues from order generation through billing.
- Responsible for the integrity and maintenance of products and costing in our ERP system.
- Review and confirm all customer orders for accuracy and Acme's ability to meet requested dates.
- Optimizing material flow through management of inventory levels, effective utilization of production capacity, supplier capabilities and product lead time, leverages outside capacity as needed.
- Recognize constraints of meeting customer needs and plan accordingly to maximize customer service and meeting shipping goals.
- Ensure customer expectations and requirements are met; resolves conflicts concerning material internally and at vendor level.
- Responsible for material throughout the supply chain - during all steps of the process - to ensure on-time accurate delivery.
- Expedite customer orders as needed.
The Right Person/What we need from you:
- Associate or Bachelor's Degree in business, operations management, or supply chain or equivalent of combination of education and experience in purchasing, planning, and/or customer service preferred.
- Previous ERP, purchasing, and/or customer service experience in a durable goods manufacturing organization preferred.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills (English).
- Must have solid analytical skills in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capabilities.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations under stress.
- Computer literacy in MS Office applications.
- Strong interpersonal skills requiring the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation without direct authority.
What you get from us:
*We offer immediate health benefits (1st Day of Employment): medical, dental and vision insurance
*FREE short term and long-term disability and life insurance starting from 1st day of employment
*Hire on Bonus
*401k with company match
*Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
*Employee assistance program
*Tuition assistance
*Gain sharing bonuses
*Clean, and safe manufacturing facility
*Weekly paychecks
*10% 2nd Shift differential (in addition to hourly rate)
*Quarterly Food/Treats (Food Truck, Ice Cream, etc.)
All About Acme:
Acme Industries is an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100:D certified successful manufacturing/machining organization working with top notch OEM's. In business since 1948 and serving markets such as transportation, aerospace, defense, mining, and energy. Our customers choose Acme Industries to act as their manufacturing partner because of our superior ability to optimize supply chain and technical support for machined parts, assemblies, and components. Acme's team of experts works with every customer to develop creative solutions for their particular manufacturing challenge.
We love to see our employee's smile. Whether it is from our fun employee giveaways, raffles, company treats, special holiday treats or the rewarding feeling of participating in our philanthropy projects. Acme wants you to enjoy your job here and feel appreciated. Come be a part of our awesome team!
Acme Industries is a great place to work, our preferred method is to complete an application on our website: www.acmeind.com/careers/