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The West Jersey Chapter of APICS provides as a service
to its members information on new positions.
If you are interested in any of these opportunities
please send your resume electronically to Vice President Employment.
To
advertise a job opening, please send position overview to Vice President
Employment.
To email a board member use first character of first name and the last name of
the board member @apics-westjersey.org. (example John Smith would be " Jsmith@apics-westjersey.org".
(See "Meet the board members" for
current VP of Employment.)
June 2010
Job Description Title: Supply Chain Customer Solutions Manager
Location: Paterson, NJ
Expansion, Growth & Stability – are those familiar words lately when it comes to business in America? Well it is here. With 2009 sales over $100B, this 100+ year old organization has held strong through the downturn and is now looking to expand further by getting into areas like green energy production.
We are currently looking for the right person to join the Supply Chain Strategy Group to work with Wholesale Distributors to identify better ways of doing business together.
If you have strong supply chain AND sales / customer service / customer-facing experience, are interested in a role with the right blend of tactical and strategic thinking, and are looking for a company that wants people who are capable of moving up in the organization, we'd love to hear from you ASAP.
Position Description:
- Drive the Wholesale Distributor Excellence program to identify, develop, recommend and implement solutions that are cost effective, efficient and provide a competitive advantage;
- Strong cross functional collaboration with the internal sales team to effectively balance the needs of the customer and the strategic direction of the company;
- Develop working relationships with wholesale distributors’ supply chain;
- Develop and recommend supply chain capabilities required to meet immediate and long-term requirements of strategic customers;
- Establish both internal and external benchmarks to assess efficiency of the supply chain;
- Provide recommendations on supply chain, customer service and Order-to-Cash processes, tools and techniques to drive continuous improvements.
Background Required:
- Highly energetic and outgoing self-starter with 10+ years supply chain operations experience;
- Familiarity of distributor operations in a bottling or packaging environment;
- Ability to get up in front of a room and process map a situation;
- Bachelor’s Degree required (no exceptions), MBA highly preferred;
- Proven track record of success in similar role.
Compensation Plan:
- $110-135K + 15% bonus;
- Full benefits package;
- Full relocation assistance provided;
- No sponsorship available
For consideration, please submit your current resume to:
Jason Breault
TopGrading Solutions
519 American Legion Hwy., Suite 12
Westport, MA 02790
jason@topgradingsolutions.com
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June 2010
Production Planning Coordinator
Hayward Laboratories a health & beauty aid mfr. located in East Stroudsburg, PA is seeking a Production Planning Coordinator. Responsibilities include assisting in planning and scheduling production, manpower, material availability and forecast customer reqs. Must have strong excel/pc skills. Competitive salary, wages & generous benefit pkg. Submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to ddichiaranti@etbrowne.com EOE. |
June 2010
Customer Service Manager $100 – 115k + 10%
Central New Jersey
New Position… Reports To: VP Operations
BASIC FUNCTION
Manager of Customer Service oversees the Customer Service Department, 5 Account Mgrs and 10 – 13 Cust Serv Reps.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Lead and provide for the development of the customer service staff.
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Coordinate effectively with Production Planning, Distribution, Traffic, Sales and customers to attain targeted and industry required order fill rates.
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Participate in actions required to continuously improve forecasting effectiveness.
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Insure all files, documentation and systems are managed so customer inquiries can be answered quickly and accurately.
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Provide for the timely and accurate receipt, edit and entry of all customer orders.
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Identify / act on, opportunities to improve service levels, order processing cycle time and total order fulfillment lead-time.
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Participate actively in efforts to measure market satisfaction, benchmark performance and identify steps to improve customer satisfaction.
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Monitor freight carriers to maintain highest service levels and reduce freight costs through effective carrier selection.
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Monitor and make recommendations on inventory issues to include excess, obsolete, slow-moving, damaged, rejected and rework stock.
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Control and report on sample orders and programs.
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Work with the Information Technology Department to provide customers with accurate and timely information.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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Effective team leadership skills… a change agent… energetic
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Strong interpersonal ability in a team-based environment.
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Good analytical skills: Scorecards, Metrics and problem-solving ability.
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Computer literate. Effective verbal and written communications.
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Attentive to detail and well organized in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment.
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Sense of urgency and a sense of “ownership” of results.
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Solid knowledge and experience working closely with Distribution, Traffic and Production Planning.
Education - Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience - 5-7 yrs’ supervisory experience in customer service in high volume – fast paced custom manufacturing / distribution environment – prefer consumer products, H&A, foods, etc.
Continued Success,
Gary Pezzuti,
North, West & Central Jersey
Summit Group
973 875-3300 |
June 2010
Demand Planner (entry level)
Location: Long Island City, NY
We are currently recruiting for a Demand Planner for a top-tier organization selling to some of the better known and most stable retail chains in the United States! Complete details below:
Client Summary:
Industry leading provider of service parts sold into distribution and wholesale channels.
- $800M organization that grew profits 10% and net income 350% last year.
- Locations worldwide.
Position Description:
Individual responsibility to forecast and collaborate with 1 of the company’s larger customers.
- Support the on-going S&OP process.
- Recommend and implement continuous improvement processes to help improve forecast accuracies and reduce inventory requirements.
- Participate in the financial budgeting process.
Background Required:
Highly energetic individuals with 1-3 years of solid forecasting / demand planning experience.
- Experience with high-volume supply chains.
- Effective use of Tier-1 forecasting applications such as Logility, SAP, Manugistics, or i2.
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Proven track record of success in similar role.
Compensation Plan:
- $50-60K + bonus.
- Full benefit package including medical, dental, disability and 401(k).
For consideration, please submit your current resume to:
Kelly Moura
TopGrading Solutions
519 American Legion Hwy, Bldg 6, Suite 12
Westport, MA 02790
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Job Description Title: Project Manager - Operations (Contract Role)
Ref No: 362
Location: Paterson, NJ
As a result of the recession, has your role become mundane? Have you been stretched too thin without any recognition for your added efforts? Do you feel like your company has been treating you with the attitude that you should be thankful that you have a job? In the worst case, have you been a victim of workforce reductions? Well, if that’s the case and you have project management experience in a manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you ASAP.
We are currently working with a 100+ year-old, multi-billion dollar manufacturer whose stock has been up over 100% since the recovery. The recession having heightened the importance of cross functional operational opportunities within the organization, we are currently looking for a Project Manager that is interested in starting immediately in a 6-8 month contract with the possibility of a future permanent position.
This is NOT an IT position. If you have project management experience to support supply chain, marketing, sales and product development efforts, are PMP certified (or as least in the process of getting certified) and are good at engaging people from different parts of the organization, then we'd love to hear from you ASAP.
Position Description:
- Project Manager reporting to the PMO Director;
- Drive projects like a new product packaging launch, supply chain efficiency efforts, etc.
Background Required:
- Minimum of 5-7 years of project management experience supporting various facets of the business including supply chain, sales, marketing and product development;
- PMP certified (or at least in the process of getting certified);
- Manufacturing (consumer goods is ideal) operations experience required (this is NOT an IT role).
- Strong MS Project skills required.
Compensation Plan:
- Contract role that will pay commensurate with your experience;
- No relocation or visa sponsorship available.
For consideration, please submit your current resume to:
Kelly Moura
TopGrading Solutions
519 American Legion Hwy, Suite 12
Westport, MA 02790
kelly@topgradingsolutions.com
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Inventory/Product Control Lead/Planning Supervisor (1131007)
GE Aviation Systems, Whippany, NJ
Responsibilities:
· Coordinate and execute scheduling activities for assigned part numbers using advanced planning system
· Coordinate input on material shortages, farm out, and delivery of hardware
· Identify and react to material plans that do not meet customer requirements
· Monitor implementation of corrective action plans
· Provide effective scheduling and implementation of all programs based on the Master Schedule, cycle time, hardware / tooling availability, and status to schedules
· Monitor supply and demand misalignment using advanced planning system, and collaborate with manufacturing sources to implement corrective action plans
· Act as a focal point and monitor assigned areas to ensure hardware and subassemblies’ delivery dates meet production needs
· Coordinate the efforts of cross-functional groups and across shifts to resolve bottlenecks, parts shortages, machine maintenance, and manpower issues
· Assure timely shipments to all customers
· Prepare and implement work orders and plans as required
· Interface with demand management, scheduling, fulfillment team, configuration control, supply sources, customer service reps and other GE organizations as required
· Maintain accurate traceability for all records created during manufacturing of products, and ICR transfers
· Analyze and measure the current production status and identify problem areas that inhibit full schedule realization
· Analyze data to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels and reduce total costs
Qualifications/Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or high school diploma / GED and at least 4 years of experience in a product planning capacity)
· At least 1 year of experience in utilizing planning systems
Desired Characteristics:
· Prior experience in production control or planning, supervision, sourcing and/or material control environment
· Ability to manage multiple tasks and establish effective work priorities
* Strong ERP knowledge and experience
· Ability to work effectively in all environments
· Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
· Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
· Strong analytical abilities
* Must meet eligibility requirements for access to export controlled technology
About Us:
At GE Aviation Systems in Whippany our aim is to be the preferred supplier of high performance electro-mechanical actuation solutions. Our diverse portfolio includes primary and secondary flight controls, air and land vehicle utility actuation, high power mechanical transmissions and custom motors. We employ approximately 250 people and produce over 12,000 actuation units and systems each year.
GE Aviation Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer promoting diversity in the workplace. We invite and encourage response from women, persons of color, veterans and the disabled.
To Apply:
To be considered for this opportunity, resumes may be submitted electronically through www.gecareers.com. Please search on position #1131007 |
Date: January 2010
Enterprising Inventory & Logistics Coordinator.
We need an enterprising, planning wizard at our Fairfield, NJ location to handle inventory planning and logistics from our factory in India, our existing distribution center in the US and new distribution center for Europe and goods moving in between and to our customers.
To do this you need to be organized, visualize 6-12 weeks into the future using Excel models, understand business processes, have good communication and teamwork skills, and have an interest in mechanical products.
You will have an opportunity to gain broad, hands-on experiences in a small, innovative, team setting where doing it right the first time is valued and new ideas are implemented. You will gain exposure to international trade and the pharmaceutical industry.
About Us:
We are the world leader in our field - admittedly a highly specialized field: large size gelatin capsules and bench-top capsule filling machines. Our products are use in cutting-edge drug research for humans and in animal health drug delivery. Our customers rely on us to ship standard items from stock year-round and custom products on time.
Over the past 10 years we have enjoyed steady and stable growth of 15-20%/year. This has resulted in additional product lines that need a full-time person to manage.
Job Responsibilities:
Prepare the Factory Dispatch Schedule 12 weeks forward based on your analysis of our sales, inventory and customer orders and forecasts. Maintain inventory levels of all products (800 items in 3 product lines) at our US warehouse and soon to open European warehouse.
Participate in our weekly Dispatch Schedule meetings and coordinate with our sales and production staff customer delivery dates and rollout of new products. Lead the meeting in absence of the Operations Manager.
Work with Customer Service to allocate available production capacity and re-allocate available stock. Present options on inventory conversions to build items needed from available stock.
Analyze sales and recommend adjustment to inventory forecast models.
Coordinate with customs brokers to ensure timely clearance of our incoming shipments and when necessary directly work with transporters, US Customs, FDA and USDA.
Major Special Projects:
Coordinate with external consultants the conversion of our Excel based inventory-planning system to an ERP system.
For our new European distribution point, prepare the RFQ (request for quotation), identify potential vendors and evaluate the quotations received. Establish the SOP (standard operating procedures) for shipments and returns.
Other:
Depending on workload, other responsibilities may include identifying new suppliers, coordinating with customers on their orders, coordinating changes in product packaging or labeling to our factory, etc.
Candidate Attributes
* Enjoy working with numbers.
* Ability to manage multiple projects, follow up and meet regular deadlines.
* Team player willing to roll-up your sleeves to get a customer order out.
* Quality oriented with an eye for detail.
* Mechanical aptitude or interest.
* Cross cultural flexibility.
* Experience in production or inventory planning.
Compensation:
Salary 50K+. Full benefits including medical, dental, disability, vacation, 401K with generous company match, etc.
Pizza party every 6 weeks; it's an old company tradition.
How to Contact Us:
Visit www.torpac.com and then apply. In your cover letter, tell us about any past experience you have – work or academic – that you feel will enable you to handle the challenge we offer.
ontact Person is doug@torpac.com. Please do not call.
Date: January 2010
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Quality Engineer
Department: Quality Assurance Division
Supervisor(s): Judy Malsbury
Staff: ADM
Posting End Date: Until Filled
The Quality Engineer will provide quality assurance support to various projects at the Laboratory including: support for procurements, participating and/or leading audits of both suppliers and PPPL programs, performing data analyses to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, performing root case analysis, and reviewing processes and programs for improvement opportunities. The successful candidate will perform various high-level quality program work functions with minimal direction, e.g. quality support for critical, technically challenging procurements or leading complex audits. As long as the requirements of the associated quality program are satisfied, the individual has full responsibility and freedom for organizing, executing and coordinating these assignments.
Qualifications include: a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Quality discipline and a minimum of 5 years of experience of quality experience in manufacturing or R& D. Eight (8) additional years of experience related to the major responsibilities of this job description may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. The required demonstrated capabilities in quality assurance are the ability to: clarify the benefits and intent of quality requirements, work well with others to lead a team to accomplish specific task, develop requirements, perform cost/benefits analyses, and develop and analyze plans and criteria for various projects and systems. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word are also required. A professional engineering license or ASQ Certification (e.g. Quality Engineer, Quality Auditor or Quality Manager) is desirable
Qualified applicants should apply at jobs.princeton.edu. Go to drop down menu “Position Type” and select “Princeton Plasma Physics Lab”.
Date: December 2009
Demand Planner- Nestlé Nutrition
POSITION SUMMARY:
- Responsible for creating and maintaining the consensus demand plan at multiple levels of aggregation, using statistical models within APO & SAS, and utilizing insights from Sales, Marketing, and Finance.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Own the demand plan for a product segment within the Gerber brand
- Drive the Consensus Demand Planning process for your product segment, and provide Demand Planning Management the insights necessary to carry your recommendations to Senior Management
- Leverage APO & SAS statistical models to drive projections
- Analyze order and consumption trends, and recommend projections and rationale to consensus demand planning team
- Drive root cause analytics to understand demand plan error in prior periods, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide reports to highlight and analyze KPI exceptions and alerts
- Maintain all data within the APO system
- Facilitate the timely release of updated demand plans to the Supply Chain.
- Communicate with Supply Planning on all critical demand plan modifications.
Key Performance Indicators
- Demand Plan Accuracy
- Demand Plan Bias
- Demand Plan Stability
- Consensus Value Add (CVA)
- Customer Service Level %
- Working Capital as a % of NPS
- Timely updates to demand plan
SKILLS:
- Minimum 3-5 years Demand Planning experience
- IBF Certification preferred (CPF)
- Working knowledge of Demand Planning skill-set
- Exposure to multi-level demand planning systems
- Superior analytics capabilities
- Solid presentation skills
- Ability to successfully influence and engage high levels of the organization
- Expertise in MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)
- Knowledge of APO and/or SAS preferred
To Apply: Please email Kelly.Varcardiponi@us.nestle.com
Date: December 2009
Nestle Nutrition: Supply Chain Planner
POSITION SUMMARY:
Create and maintain master production schedules and capacity requirement plans that optimize net working capital while delivering superior customer fill rates, at least landed cost.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Generate Master Production Schedules, Capacity Requirement Plans, and Rough-Cut Capacity Plans to support demand-driven and operational objectives.
- Champion the optimization of net working capital within the product portfolio
- Partner with Demand Planning and Commercial to balance supply and demand within the product portfolio
- Work closely with MRP Planners, Manufacturing, and Procurement to drive production strategies through finite schedules and procurement plans
- Drive root cause analytics to understand out-of-stocks, excess inventory, and FreshNes
- Provide reports to highlight and analyze KPI exceptions & alerts
- Utilize scenario planning techniques to minimize Supply Chain risk
Key Performance Indicators:
- Customer Service Level %
- Working Capital as a % of NPS
- Days of Cover Target
- Inventory Turns
- Master Schedule Attainment %
- FreshNes
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
2-5 years of experience in production planning and product supply
Prefer food industry experience.
SKILLS:
APICS CPIM or CSCS highly preferable
SAP SNP and or R/3 Planning Modules
Expertise in MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)
Proven track record of :
Delivering credible analytics with complex data
Engaging and influencing high levels of the organization
Defining areas of opportunity by unbundling inventory
Creative problem solving
To Apply: Please email Kelly.Varcardiponi@us.nestle.com
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Inventory/Product Control Lead/Planning Supervisor (1131007)
GE Aviation Systems, Whippany, NJ
Responsibilities:
· Coordinate and execute scheduling activities for assigned part numbers using advanced planning system
· Coordinate input on material shortages, farm out, and delivery of hardware
· Identify and react to material plans that do not meet customer requirements
· Monitor implementation of corrective action plans
· Provide effective scheduling and implementation of all programs based on the Master Schedule, cycle time, hardware / tooling availability, and status to schedules
· Monitor supply and demand misalignment using advanced planning system, and collaborate with manufacturing sources to implement corrective action plans
· Act as a focal point and monitor assigned areas to ensure hardware and subassemblies’ delivery dates meet production needs
· Coordinate the efforts of cross-functional groups and across shifts to resolve bottlenecks, parts shortages, machine maintenance, and manpower issues
· Assure timely shipments to all customers
· Prepare and implement work orders and plans as required
· Interface with demand management, scheduling, fulfillment team, configuration control, supply sources, customer service reps and other GE organizations as required
· Maintain accurate traceability for all records created during manufacturing of products, and ICR transfers
· Analyze and measure the current production status and identify problem areas that inhibit full schedule realization
· Analyze data to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels and reduce total costs
Qualifications/Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or high school diploma / GED and at least 4 years of experience in a product planning capacity)
· At least 1 year of experience in utilizing planning systems
Desired Characteristics:
· Prior experience in production control or planning, supervision, sourcing and/or material control environment
· Ability to manage multiple tasks and establish effective work priorities
* Strong ERP knowledge and experience
· Ability to work effectively in all environments
· Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
· Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
· Strong analytical abilities
* Must meet eligibility requirements for access to export controlled technology
About Us:
At GE Aviation Systems in Whippany our aim is to be the preferred supplier of high performance electro-mechanical actuation solutions. Our diverse portfolio includes primary and secondary flight controls, air and land vehicle utility actuation, high power mechanical transmissions and custom motors. We employ approximately 250 people and produce over 12,000 actuation units and systems each year.
GE Aviation Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer promoting diversity in the workplace. We invite and encourage response from women, persons of color, veterans and the disabled.
To Apply:
To be considered for this opportunity, resumes may be submitted electronically through www.gecareers.com. Please search on position #1131007 |
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