Senior Logistics and Procurement Specialist - WHL in Wheeling, Illinois at U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.

The Senior Logistics and Procurement Specialist is responsible for analyzing processes and recommending and implementing improvements to the supply chain process. Key focus is on sourcing, procurement, and logistics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description – other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.

• Manage MRO purchasing, develop vendor relationships, analyze and implement cost savings.
• Initiate building and operations capital projects, obtain competitive quotes, participate in project oversight.
• Oversee the accuracy of purchase order account and cost center coding. Manage spending and keep within budget.
• Coordinate supplier audits, assist in cost and quality discussions. Other supplier responsibilities as assigned.
• Perform functions as part of the ocean transportation and domestic freight team, including negotiations, rate analysis, Customs clearance, and booking and tracking shipments.
• Coordinate inventory transactions between key Tsubaki companies.
• Visit/audit suppliers and production plants as requested.
• Other tasks/functions and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, and logistics
• ASCM Certification preferred.
• Self-motivated to learn with a desire and talent to advance professionally.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with an ability to handle a multitude of tasks
• Strong attention to detail. Excellent communication skills.
• High standards of integrity required.
• Willing to travel as needed.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• ERP experience required. QAD experience is a major plus.

Learn more about U.S. Tsubaki at: www.ustsubaki.com/careers

U.S. Tsubaki offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), 10 paid holidays, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, annual bonus potential, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, education reimbursement, home and auto insurance discounts, and pet insurance.

The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Tsubaki does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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