APICS Career Center

J0801 COMMODITY MANAGER - AGCO Corporation, a global manufacturer of quality agricultural solutions, from farm operations to landscaping and lawn care, seeks a strong communicator to drive the development of strategic sourcing, negotiation, contracting and ongoing ownership of a North American commodity strategy. This individual will assume a visible leadership role in the supplier strategy and will work with senior management while facilitating corporate initiatives to ensure best in class commodity performance results. This individual must have a four-year degree (MBA preferred) and 5+ years experience in a purchasing or sourcing role (including 3 years with an equipment OEM or supplier to such), as well as 4 years experience with suppliers in low cost countries (such as China). Foreign language comprehension is preferred. Domestic and global travel is estimated to be 20-30%. Send resume to Ketta.Branch@agcocorp.com. [posted 07/31/09]

J0802 SENIOR MATERIAL PLANNER - Nordson Corporation, in Norcross, seek a strong communicator to lead the development of production plans that ensure adequate flow of material and improve inventory turns to insure customer requirements are met. This individual is to ensure better utilization of the MRP system to improve planning productivity, and will recommend, design, and implement Kanbans within the manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Business, Operations or Industrial Engineering, a minimum of 5 years relevant experience, and APICS certification. SAP and SAP-BW knowledge and PC/Excel skills important, and familiarity with Lean Manufacturing practices as well. Please email resumes to resumes@nordson.com. [posted 08/17/09]

J0803 MATERIALS DEVELOPMENT ANALYST - Are you interested in being a part of an exciting, expanding, entrepreneurial enterprise? Can you bring best practice purchasing and materials management systems and procedures to our client company? If so then Professional Search of Atlanta want to speak with you about this great opportunity. The ideal candidate will have both a degree and APICS or ISM certifications. But above all else, our candidate will be a top tier producer capable of both purchasing and managing process improvement initiatives. If you've got a track record of bottom line savings, or productivity advances we want to get to know you better.
Qualified candidates should email an updated resume and cover letter to JD Harvill CPC, Professional Search of Atlanta (Atlanta's Premier Supply Chain & Operations Management Executive Recruiters), at jdharvill@professionalsearchatlanta.com. [posted 08/17/09]

J0804 PURCHASING DIRECTOR, NORTH AMERICA - Barco, a global technology company, is looking for an individual who will be responsible for managing and enhancing the Barco North America purchasing / sourcing processes and delivering optimal performance. Directly manage the regions indirect expenditures including supplier selection, terms negotiation and supplier management. Work with world-wide Barco purchasing team to ensure optimal purchasing and supplier programs. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree (in business, operations, or logistics) and 7-10 years of purchasing experience and at least 5 years in a supervisory or management role. A proven track record of success in cost reduction and productivity improvement using innovative approaches to purchasing, and experience in a manufacturing and electronics environment are important. Barco, an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F, offer competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package including a company matched 401 (k) plan. To apply for this position please visit us on line at www.barco.com/jobs. [posted 08/19/09]

J0805 OPERATIONS COORDINATOR - EndoChoice, Inc., a rapidly growing medtech device, equipment, supply and service company is seeking an Operations Analyst to support the planning, purchasing, reporting and project management functions. This individual will support the senior management team with operational analytics and reporting, support the management systems projects to enhance reporting and usability of the Netsuite system, maintain the ERP database to insure accuracy, and coordinate inventory management and assembly activities. The candidate is expected to have a 4 year degree in IE, Business, or Operations Management, plus 2-5 years experience. Please send resume and cover letter to hr@endochoice.com. [posted 08/20/09]

J0806 MASTER SCHEDULER/PRODUCTION PLANNER - Invivo Corporation, a subsidiary of Philips Healthcare and world leader in MRI coils and related accessories is looking to expand its Gainesville, FL team. Our vision is to deliver clinical solutions to our customers, whether indirectly through Original Equipment Manufacturers of MRI scanners, or directly to clinical MRI users. This role will develop and continually optimize the Master Production Schedule to meet customer backlog and sales forecasts, and plan and schedule work flow for Work Centers according to previously established manufacturing capacities and lead times. The ideal candidate will have a BA or BS degree and/or APICS certification, plus 3-5 years work experience in a Materials Management Planning role. Apply online at www/Philips.com/careers and apply to job id# 60179. [posted 08/24/09]

J0807 PURCHASING MANAGER - Alternative Apparel seek a purchasing manager to oversee and manage all buying and inventory planning functions for stock replenishment. You will be collaborating with internal buyers, planners and vendors to ensure on time delivery and optimum stock levels are achieved. You will be responsible for ensuring vendors have the proper capacity available to meet desired needs. This position reports to the Director of Purchasing with close ties to the Director of Sourcing, Product Development Manager, Key Account Manager, and National Sales Manager. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Business or Fashion, 5+ years of purchasing experience, and experience managing a team of direct reports. Domestic and offshore vendor management, ERP experience, and MS Office skills important. Please send resumes to jobs@alternativeapparel.com. [posted 08/27/09]

J0808 PRODUCTION SCHEDULER - Arylessence, a dynamic fragrance and flavor manufacturer with convenient Northeast Cobb location seeking results oriented Production Scheduler. Candidates must have previous production scheduling experience and possess excellent organizational and time management skills. This person will be responsible for production scheduling in a fast paced manufacturing company with seventy-five employees. Important knowledge: production and processing, materials requirements planning software, administration and management, customer service, attention to detail, mathematics, cost accounting, and time management. This position reports to the Production Supervisor and requires a college degree. Please email resume and salary requirements to hr@arylessence.com. [posted 08/31/09]

J0901 VICE PRESIDENT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT - Professional Search of Atlanta seek a strong leader to head the development of a new Supply Chain Management team at a client company near Memphis, TN. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years broad management and strategic supply chain experience, including some chemical industry procurement challenges. If you've had a track record of accomplishments implementing change, building organizations and reducing costs, then we need to talk.
Qualified candidates should email an updated resume and cover letter to Jon Harvill CPC, Professional Search of Atlanta (Atlanta's Premier Supply Chain & Operations Management Executive Recruiters), at jharvill@professionalsearchatlanta.com. [posted 09/15/09]

J0902 VENDING INITIATIVES DIRECTOR - The NABU Director Vending Initiatives is responsible for the development, communication, implementation, and stewarding of Full Service Vending commercial and operational initiatives (brand/package/equipment/pricing). Position will serve as the key contact point with NABU Commercial Leadership, the BU Vending Initiative Directors, and the BU Cold Drink Operations Directors, in implementing national initiatives at the local level and communicating BU feedback and best practices. · The role will focus on driving increased Operating Income for our system through increased consumption of our brands and greater operational efficiencies. · P&L/Operating Income responsibility for Full Service Vending outlets. Primary focus is on driving maximum Operating Income for every vending placement in the BU. · Lead NABU Full Service Vending strategy, action plans and execution. · The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience, 5+ years in full service, logistics or sales, and 2+ years in management or leadership. Travel is expected to be 20-40%, and experience with Coca-Cola System Full Service Vending would be a asset. Coca-Cola Enterprises, Inc. would like to see your word or pdf format resume. Please click on the link below to apply on-line. http://careers.cokecce.com/jobdescription.aspx?JobID=1692144. [posted 09/25/09]

J0903 HARD ROLL PLANNER - Cellu Tissue Holdings seek a planner to work closely with the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) team and other departments to ensure delivery of the right product at the right time and that processes and procedures ultimately fulfill internal and external customer's needs. This individual will also Optimize Profitability/Cash Management: Ensure stability within the entire Tissue Manufacturing Operations & Supply Chain organizations through development of loading plans that optimize productivity and minimize delivered cost. And, Provide Leadership: Taking a hands-on approach to managing the planning and scheduling activities. Capacity management, coaching and leadership, as well as continuous realignment and strategy will be significant responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a related bachelor's degree, 10 years of recent experience (high-volume mfg), and sufficient knowledge and communication skills to challenge the status quo in the interest of better serving our customers. Candidates should email resume and cover letter to Mike Moore at moorem@cellutissue.com. [posted 09/25/09]

J1001 SOLUTIONS MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR - Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. seeks a strong candidate to recruit, develop, and lead a core team of dedicated supply chain professionals that will partner with the National Sales VP's and our customers to understand their supply chain needs and expectations. This director will develop and execute current to future state transitions, lead supply chain process evaluation and improvement, and work with the supply chain leadership to ensure that customer requirements are translated into actionable supply chain strategies. The idea candidate will have a related bachelor's degree and 8-15 years of related experience. Travel is expected to amount to 50%. Reengineering, change management, and high performance team experience preferred. Please click on the link below to apply on-line. http://careers.cokecce.com/jobdescription.aspx?JobID=1700080. [posted 10/02/09]

J1002 INVENTORY COUNTER - Golden State Foods seek an Inventory Counter, responsible for the coordination of all activities required for monitoring, counting and maintaining the accuracy of inventory levels of liquid products, raw materials and finished goods. The individual will maintain daily inventory count records, coordinate the cycle counting process, research variance root causes, and recommend corrective actions. Reporting to the Materials Manager, this role will also work with receiving department and process production usage as well as other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess excellent mathematical abilities, and communicate verbally and in written reports with a high degree of technical accuracy. Candidates should send resumes to Kim Donahue at KDonahue@Goldenstatefoods.com. [posted 10/07/09]

J1003 PRODUCTION PLANNER - SanDella Group LLC. seeks a production planner for a client company in Atlanta, GA. This individual will assist in mast production scheduling, plan and schedule workflow for each department, prepare routine production reports, assist management in resolving inventory issues, and advise management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and routine production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Management, Inventory Control, or a related field, and equivalent experience in Production Planning & Control would be a plus. Experience with MRP and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel are requirements. Also MUST be completely bi-lingual English/Japanese. Send resume & current salary information to: dan@thesandellagroup.com. [posted 10/09/09]

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