| Location | Moline, IL |
| Job Type | Contractor |
| Salary | $20–$25 Per Hour |
Job Title: Supply Management Planner II
Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Duration: 24 Months – Possible Extension/Conversion
Location: Moline, IL 61265-5884
Shift: 1st Shift | Start Time Between 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Description:
Job Summary
The Supply Management Specialist I will support supply chain, supplier management, procurement, and inventory activities for assigned commodities. The role manages day-to-day supplier relationships, supports factory operations, resolves purchasing issues, and drives continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and supply performance.
Key Responsibilities
· Manage day-to-day performance and relationships with assigned suppliers.
· Execute supply chain planning activities within established processes and systems.
· Maintain regular contact with business-critical suppliers.
· Monitor supplier performance and provide feedback on key supplier management indicators.
· Identify and address supplier or supply-related issues.
· Collect and analyze information on: Cost drivers, Market conditions, Innovation opportunities, Alternative suppliers
· Support continuous improvement initiatives.
· Monitor existing contract performance and provide information for contract negotiations/renegotiations.
· Manage site/factory inventory and resolve discrepancies following established procedures.
· Support stakeholder engagement through meetings, actions, and events.
· Convert requisitions and shopping carts into purchase orders.
· Resolve: Blocked invoices, Delinquent orders, PO transmission issue, Shopping cart errors
· Educate and provide support to suppliers and internal stakeholders.
· Execute the Annual Framework process.
· Prepare and report supply chain and supplier performance information.
Required Skills & Qualifications
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Good organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
· Strong data collection and analysis abilities.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
· Understanding of procurement and supply chain processes.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve issues effectively.
Preferred / Desired Skills
· 1+ year of Supply Management or Logistics experience.
· 1+ year of SAP Materials Management (SAP MM) experience.
· 1+ year of Customer Service / Procure-to-Pay experience, particularly requisition-to-purchase-order processes.
· Knowledge or experience with John Deere Supply Network (JDSN) applications.
· Data and analytics experience using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
· Experience with supplier management, inventory management, costing, and reporting.
Education
· Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Supply Chain, Supply Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
· Equivalent relevant work experience may also be considered.
Work Environment
· Onsite position in Moline, IL.
· 1st Shift with a start time between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM.
· Regular interaction with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and supply-chain teams.
Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company