Senior Supply Chain Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onFranklin Avenue, Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07436, United States
About Amerlux
Amerlux is a leader in architectural lighting, designing and manufacturing innovative interior and exterior lighting solutions for commercial, retail, and supermarket sectors. As we evolve our technology stack, we are transitioning from an Oracle-based system to SAP over the next 12 months, requiring a team that is adaptable and technically proficient.
About the Role
The Senior Supply Chain Specialist is a pivotal role within our Oakland, NJ facility, responsible for managing a complex inventory of over 10,000 purchased parts in the fast-paced global lighting industry. Reporting directly to the Manager of Purchasing and rolling up to the COO, you will drive the procurement processes that support the successful manufacturing and assembly-to-order of our custom architectural lighting products.
In this position, you will serve as the daily "superuser" for our supply chain applications, analyzing MRP planning workbenches to schedule orders and maintain optimum inventory levels. You will act as the primary liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Customer Support, and Inventory Control, ensuring rapid communication regarding material shortages and part availability. Your day-to-day involves conferring with vendors to expedite deliveries, resolving invoice discrepancies, and ensuring suppliers meet high standards of price, delivery, and quality. This role also includes supporting non-production purchasing needs and participating in bi-weekly production meetings.
Work Environment & Requirements
This position is based in Oakland, New Jersey and requires the new hire to work on-site five days per week. The role involves periodic international travel (up to 20%) to visit vendors and may require attending conference calls with overseas suppliers outside of normal working hours. Flexibility is essential as you navigate the upcoming transition to our new SAP application system.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume to medelstein@amerlux.com. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Amerlux is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Franklin Avenue, Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07436, United States
Oakland, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReview and analyze MRP planning workbench to schedule orders and maintain optimum inventory levels
- check_circleAnalyze daily MRP runs for shortages and act as liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, and Customer Support
- check_circleConfer with vendors to expedite deliveries and manage lead times to eliminate supply chain delays
- check_circleRespond within one to two hours to production and customer service requests regarding parts availability
- check_circleManage Oracle applications including Purchasing, MRP, and Supply Chain modules to resolve shortages
- check_circleEnsure product availability and seek best pricing for all part families
- check_circleReview invoice discrepancies and take corrective action to resolve billing issues
- check_circleParticipate in the transition from Oracle to SAP applications over the next 12 months
- check_circleMaintain physical inventory accuracy by collaborating with cross-functional teams
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor Degree
- verified6 to 8 years' experience in Purchasing/Procurement
- verifiedManufacturing Industry experience required
- verifiedOracle or SAP experience preferred
- verifiedLighting Industry experience preferred
- verifiedAbility to travel up to 20% of time
- verifiedOn-site work in Oakland, NJ five days per week
Nice to Have
Lighting Industry experience. Experience with SAP.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurancecheck_circle401k with company matchcheck_circleLife and AD&D insurancecheck_circleShort term disability coverageVacation, sick leave, and holidays
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Procurement, Purchasing, MRP, Oracle, Sap, Erp.
Education: Bachelor Degree required.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Amerlux LLC
What does a Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Amerlux LLC do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Amerlux LLC will review and analyze mrp planning workbench to schedule orders and maintain optimum inventory levels; analyze daily mrp runs for shortages and act as liaison between purchasing, engineering, and customer support; confer with vendors to expedite deliveries and manage lead times to eliminate supply chain delays; and respond within one to two hours to production and customer service requests regarding parts availability.
What are the requirements for this Senior Supply Chain Specialist role?expand_more
To qualify for the Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Amerlux LLC position, applicants should have: Bachelor Degree; 6 to 8 years' experience in Purchasing/Procurement; Manufacturing Industry experience required; Oracle or SAP experience preferred; Lighting Industry experience preferred; and Ability to travel up to 20% of time.
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Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Amerlux LLC is based in Franklin Avenue, Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07436, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Amerlux LLC has listed this Senior Supply Chain Specialist role as on-site.
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Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Amerlux LLC typically requires 6–8 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Amerlux LLC include Procurement; Purchasing; MRP; Oracle; Sap; and Erp.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor Degree required.
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Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Amerlux LLC is part of the logistics & warehouse job category on Recrutus.
About Amerlux LLC
Amerlux LLC operates within the appliances, electrical, and electronics manufacturing sector, with its headquarters located in Oakland, New Jersey. The company specializes in providing architectural lighting solutions designed for specification-grade applications. Their product portfolio focuses on delivering illumination systems that meet professional design requirements for various building projects.
The organization serves architects, designers, and construction professionals seeking reliable lighting fixtures for commercial and residential environments. By offering specification-grade products, Amerlux supports the creation of spaces that require high-performance lighting to achieve specific aesthetic and functional goals. The company maintains a presence in the broader electrical manufacturing industry, contributing to the development of modern lighting infrastructure.
Amerlux continues to expand its range of lighting options to address the evolving needs of the architectural market. Their approach emphasizes quality and performance to ensure that their lighting solutions are suitable for demanding specification requirements. The company remains focused on delivering products that enable visibility and design excellence in built environments.
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