Supply Chain Specialist (Project Management)

Broadwind Heavy Fabrications is searching for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our team in Abilene, TX. The Supply Chain Specialist will be responsiblefor identifying and coordinating supply chain resources needed to execute production initiatives. This is a very hands-on role, requiring a close relationship with those involved in manufacturing and a thorough understanding of the schedule to ensure needed supplies are available to meet our customers deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (May include some or all of the following responsibilities)
Manage sourcing/purchasing activities, based on the production schedule, ensuring required supplies are on site at the time needed.Assess pricing, timelines, availability and quality of materials.Research costs,negotiate pricing, leverage spend, standardize products/services where possible to support cost-savings initiatives; suggest supply changes based on pricing and production strategies.Oversee supplier relationships; question and hold supplier accountable for cost increases, misses in delivery or quality.Follow established non-conformance processes and report problems immediately.Communicate and coordinate with all departments as needed.Support estimating team in RFQ process supplying material estimates for quotes to our customersWork with teams to perform inventory counts on necessary intervals; assist finance with invoice discrepancies and supplier billing issues.Performs other duties as assigned.