Essendant

Supply Chain Engineer 1

Posted on: 3 Apr 2021

Carol Stream, IL

Job Description

Major Responsibilities

* Improve the performance of the field operations organization by creating innovative process improvement solutions and promoting the adoption of best practices and standard operating procedures. This will include new technology and up to date practices.
* Ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships to support performance objectives.
* Support the application of quality systems and structured improvement business system frameworks (i.e. HPT, Lean, Six Sigma).
* Partner with team members in the use of structured improvement system techniques like HPT, Lean, Six Sigma and other techniques.
* Identify and recommend new process improvements, supply chain opportunities, technological enhancements and workflow efficiencies. Sell and influence positive change in the organization.
* Provide tactical support for the facilities, allowing them to continue operating without interruption.
* Promote a culture that fosters innovation and sharing best practices between facilities and across business units.
* Find synergies and best practices among the multiple business units that drive cost savings, improve processes and drive consistency of the customer experience.
* Understand and demonstrate Company's core values.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills/Knowledge Required

* Ability to effectively apply Operations Research methods (mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and optimization).
* Expertise in measurement, data collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation to support decision making or change management.
* Ability work with cross-functional business and/or process teams.
* Strong problem solving skills - inquiry, analysis, fact finding and solution identification.
* Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas.
* Understanding of continuous process improvement methodologies: 6 Sigma, Lean, etc.
* Strong collaborative skills to interact with other functions.
* Ability to learn new systems quickly and serve as a subject matter expert in a short timeframe.
* Strong time management skills and ability to work within constrictive timelines.
* Working knowledge of analytical and programming tools such as Minitab, R, Visual Basic, etc.
* Strong PC skills: Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint
* Strong customer-focus.
* Strong data collection/mining skills
* Ability to travel.

Education and Experience

* Bachelor's Degree in engineering, logistics, or related field.

Qualifications
Education
Preferred
High School or better.
Experience
Preferred
Material handling experience helpful
Warehouse/Distribution-related experience helpful

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Essendant

Deerfield, IL

We are the leading wholesale distributor of office, technology, janitorial, sanitation, breakroom and industrial products.

You need a partner to help you reach beyond what is possible on your own. With decades of experience, we back you with smarter operations, a vast assortment of products, and strategies to help your business grow.

We are not just a wholesaler — we power more. Essendant is built upon a strong legacy of brands you know and trust, including United Stationers, Lagasse Sweet, and Azerty. At Essendant we help you build business simply, with minimal risk or investment. It's a seamless solution for smarter operations, seamless category expansion, and strategic business growth. Together we'll raise the bar, and power possibilities to deliver what your business needs most.

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