Hybrid Supply Chain Specialist bei Noble Company

Position Overview

Noble Company, a subsidiary of FPC International, Inc., is seeking a customer-focused and motivated individual to join the team as a Supply Chain Specialist. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to learn and contribute, with a passion for supply chain operations.

Company Culture

Noble Company prides itself on an entrepreneurial and family-friendly atmosphere that encourages work-life balance. The company values new ideas and offers a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to make a tangible impact.

Job Details

• Location: Spring Lake, MI
• Work Schedule: Generally day shift, Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day
• Reporting To: Vice President, Operations
• Team Dynamics: Collaborates closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality & Safety, Customer Service, Accounting, Sales, and other key departments
• Travel: Up to 10% may be required
• Certifications: APICS preferred but not required

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple operational and supplier needs efficiently
• Strong team player with experience in purchase order entry and inventory control
• Prior experience with ERP systems is required
• Background in a manufacturing environment; experience in similar industries preferred

Responsibilities

• Procure materials and supplies necessary for organizational operations, including raw materials, non-manufactured inventory, tools, and plant supplies.
• Actively source suppliers and manage vendor relationships, particularly in relation to inventory materials.
• Negotiate pricing with service and raw material suppliers, including commodity items.
• Collaborate with the Production Supervisor to balance inventory with production needs.
• Work with the production team to develop production schedules.
• Place purchase orders and monitor delivery dates.
• Assist in resolving issues related to defective, unacceptable, or returned goods as needed.
• Coordinate schedules with other departments to align procurement lead-times with production needs for standard and custom raw materials.
• Provide current cost estimates on engineered products for quoting purposes.
• Support Engineering and Sales/Marketing in sourcing suppliers for new product initiatives.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a closely related field
• Minimum 3 years of purchasing and inventory control experience within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with purchasing commodity raw materials
• Solid understanding of root cause analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet usage

Benefits and Growth

Despite being a small company, Noble Company offers comprehensive benefits similar to those of larger organizations. These include:

• 401(k) match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life and accidental insurance
• 10 paid holidays starting immediately
• Generous PTO plan based on years of service
• Tuition reimbursement and a variety of learning, coaching, and training opportunities to foster employee growth

About Noble Company

Established in 1946, Noble Company manufactures high-quality building products for industries such as tile, plumbing, heating and cooling, and fire sprinkler systems. Since its acquisition by FPC International, Inc. in February 2016, the company has operated manufacturing facilities in Spring Lake, Michigan, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Known for reliability and exceeding industry standards, Noble Company products include Chloraloy® and NobleSeal® waterproofing sheet membranes, FreeStyle Linear Drains™, NOBURST® antifreeze/heat transfer fluid, FireFighter® antifreeze, and more.