Supplier Operations Specialist

The Opportunity:

Works independently under close supervision, plan, schedule and monitor the movement of material through the production cycle. Determine material requirements from engineering and production schedules. Coordinate the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production and engineering. Develop specifications for new contract orders. Responsible for business system data input and integrity; creates and maintains bills of material and parts/commodities numbers in supply chain management or other enterprisewide systems.

The Supplier Operations Specialist will provide valuable support necessary for Project Management Activities, Supplier Analytics, and Supplier Engagement.  Additional resources will enhance Supplier Operation’s ability to reach a greater depth of suppliers and drive continuous supply chain improvements with suppliers.  These improvements will continue to increase efficiencies and reduce overall supply chain costs for Avantor in the areas of Transportation, Distribution, Procurement and Product Cost.  Specialist will help manage and provided support for Margin Enhancement Projects to reduce Avantor’s overall operational expenses.   

Individual will provide key analytics into current supplier performance and identify opportunities to improve overall performance into Avantor’s distribution network. Position will be responsible for daily management of Supplier Issue resolution as concerns are reported through IAuditor Audits.  Individual will work with Suppliers and Internal Partners (Distribution, Transportation, Portfolio, Strategic Sourcing, Customer Service, Regulatory, Master Data) to resolve issues.  Improvements will help reduce delays in receiving and improve efficiencies of the DCs.     

Specialist will provide analysis to indicate where key suppliers are not meeting the terms and condition of the contract.  Individual will conduct quarterly audits of supplier ancillary charges and freight expenses to ensure charges are in line with current contractual terms.  Specialist will work with Supplier Operations Directors to recover any unauthorized charges. 

Individual will help identify opportunities to improve mid-tier supplier performance.  This improved performance will reduce Avantor’s overall costs, increase margin performance and improve customer satisfaction.    

MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIEIS: (List in order of importance)

• Manage the implementation of Margin Enhancement projects to reduce overall operations expenses and increase profit margins for Avantor. 
• Provide monthly analysis of Supplier Performance Opportunities to be address by Supplier Operations Directors with lower performing suppliers
• Review I-Auditor Audits and follow-up with suppliers on any corrective actions necessary to improve shipment quality in the distribution network.  Provide timely feedback to DC on progress with suppliers.
• On-Board new suppliers to an eCommerce connection through implementation of either Standard EDI or Avantor’s Web Portal
• Identify opportunities and drive improvements in supply chain performance for mid-tier and lower volume suppliers
• Deliver continuous process improvements through review of Supplier Scorecards with mid-tier suppliers, where opportunities exist adversely affecting the DC network.
• Work with assigned suppliers to identify and improve packaging to reduced damages.  Have suppliers complete ISTA package testing and certification
• Handle issue resolution related to supplier performance reported by DC’s
• Provide monthly tracking of all supplier issues, progress and actions/resolutions taken by suppliers
• Support new product introductions by providing supply chain expertise to Portfolio and Strategic Sourcing
• Work with Suppliers, Portfolio, Strategic Sourcing and Master Data to correct master data issues leading to inefficiencies in the procure-to-pay processes
• Audit supplier charges monthly utilizing both the Unplanned Delivery Report and Ancillary Expense Reports to ensure charges are valid per supplier contracts.  Provide monthly report on invalid charges to Director of Supplier Operations.
• Work with assigned mid-tier suppliers to improve product supply and overall inventory performance
• Support all return activities pursuant to agree to contract provisions
• Coordinate activities that will help ensure timely resolution to issues that cause delays in payment processing

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

$60,100.00 - $100,100.00

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave). These benefits may not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or those subject to other eligibility rules.