SCHERDEL Sales & Technology, Inc.,SCHERDEL Sales & Technology, Inc. has been located in Muskegon, MI since 1999, with an additional office in Brighton, MI. As part of SCHERDEL GmbH, a global family-owned company headquartered in Germany, we are connected to 42 sales and manufacturing locations across Europe, North and South America, and Asia. SCHERDEL is a value-driven company with a strong commitment to caring for our associates.

Job Function:

The Lead Supply Chain Coordinator oversees the end-to-end movement of goods, managing everything from demand planning, warehousing, and logistics. The Lead would optimize operational costs, align supply chain strategies with business goals, and lead cross-functional teams to prevent disruption and maximize efficiency.

Essential Functions:

Demand & Inventory planning: Forecast market demand, monitor stock levels, and implement control methods to avoid shortages or excess inventory.
Logistics & Warehousing; Oversee transportation routes, manage distribution centers, and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
Team Leadership; Supervise, train, and mentor Supply Chain Coordinators and Logistics teams when necessary.
Performance & Data Analysis; Utilize data analytics and ERP tracking key performance indicators such as On-time delivery, backlog, etc.
Requests resources through the purchasing department and monitors scheduled deliveries from vendors.
Develop, implement, and monitor capacity planning for manufacturing optimizing machine efficiency, manpower, and customer demand requirements.
Establish and implement methods and best practices related to the systems and process that support inventory forecasting, purchasing, and material control.
Identify opportunities to increase strategic value through continuous improvement, optimization, and process control.
Works according to Scherdel's quality and environmental system requirements, and customer quality requirements.

Job requirements:

Education/Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s degree Required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
5+ years of progressive supply chain, logistics, procurement, or demand planning. 2-3 leadership role preferred.
Experience in metal stamping, metal forming, and/or manufacturing planning a plus.

Competencies

Technical skills; Proficiency in ERP/MRP (SAP, QAD, Mapics, Oracle), advanced Excel modeling, and ability to analyze data (forecasting, historical usage, etc.)
Exceptional negotiation, conflict resolution, and cross-functional project management capabilities.

Risk Management; Develop contingency plans and resilient supply chain framework to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
Process Optimization; Identify supply chain bottlenecks and communicate with procurement and suppliers’ opportunities for improvements.
Analytical Skills; Data analysis Excel modeling, forecasting, planning.
Exhibit the ability to be a team player, solve problems, communicate efficiently, and aim towards optimal results.

Position Environment

Must be able to perform duties in a fast-paced environment
Travel may be required
Daily use of technologies includes long periods of time of use of computer and keyboard.