Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. Being a part of Knoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. Responsible for the material planning, delivery and execution of inventory strategy of raw material and purchased products to support manufacturing needs and customer on time shipments relative to suppliers.
Ability to travel to suppliers when required.
Assure on-time raw material flow to Operations and/or Warehouse by coordinating with and communicating with suppliers, Inventory control, Purchasing, Operations, Engineering, etc.
Communicate with Accounting, Purchasing, and Finance to resolve pricing, transportation, set up charges or other supplier related invoicing issues.
Execute inventory strategies and investments to support manufacturing needs while ensuring the best possible utilization of inventory space and dollars and inventory accuracy to achieve inventory objectives.
Support the development and implementation of new strategies relative to materials management processes including optimizing material flow, improving communication flow, and improving overall efficiency across MillerKnoll's internal network and external suppliers.
Ability to analyze data for problem solving, tracking of process improvements and overall tracking for goals and objectives.
Ability to focus on and work towards mastery of planning software such as Rapid Response.
Work with key stakeholders to support Product Lifecycle Management on material strategies, manufacturing needs, and supplier development in new product development and implementation as well as identifying opportunities to reduce MillerKnoll's total material cost. (Work with quality engineers to resolve quality related issues as needed. Work with, support, and initiate communication with Supplier Development Managers and Supplier Commodity Managers to ensure effective communication with and continued development of the supplier base, which includes training, communicating business needs, and articulating overall business capabilities.
Perform additional responsibilities and support special projects as requested to achieve business objectives.
High school diploma required- Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred
Equivalent of one to three years proven supply chain management experience required
Supply Chain certifications such as APICS CPIM, CSCP or ISM preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build networks and relationships both within and outside the organization.
Must have familiarity with material requirements planning, scheduling and lean concepts.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Must have a high level of customer focus.
Must be able to utilize Microsoft Excel, Teams and other Microsoft Suite products.
Experience with Tableau or similar data visualization is preferred.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Knoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.Employment Type: Full Time
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