Lean Supply Supervisor

Lean Supply Supervisor - PLS - Big Rapids, MI

Reporting to the Regional Material Manager; this position implements lean supply management principles within the Regional Laboratory network including materials/supplies movement and replenishment to point of use in the laboratory. Manages cycle count and daily replenishment routines interacting with the laboratory staff to assure material availability.

Pay Range: $58,656+ per year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
*Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
*Best-in-class well-being programs
*Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
*healthyMINDS mental health program
*Vacation and Health/Flex Time
*6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
*FinFit financial coaching and services
*401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
*Employee stock purchase plan
*Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
*Flexible Spending Accounts
*Annual incentive plans
*Matching gifts program
*Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
*Career advancement opportunities
*and so much more!

- Develop and implement standard business processes in concert with Corporate Standards for managing material flow across the laboratory (receiving, shipping, warehousing, operations and laboratory replenishment planning) for all facility types in assigned Region including Laboratories, RRL, PSC, IOP etc.

- Participate in key projects that support the overall regional supply chain strategy

- Lead internal work teams in the continuous improvement of Supply replenishment processes focused on overall cost and cycle time reduction

Education

BS/BA degree in Business, Supply Chain or equivalent experience required Six Sigma Green Belt or lean certification desired

Experience/Skills

Minimum 4-6 years laboratory or manufacturing, warehouse inventory, supply management experience

Prior supervisory experience preferred APICS, CPIM certification desired

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact well with all levels of staff and management

Efficient planning, organizing and project management skills

Proven track record of progressively increased responsibility in all aspects of inventory and supply chain management

Proficiency in a variety of software such as Excel, Word, Visio, etc is highly desirable

Regional travel is required. Approximately 75% percent