Inbound Operations Coordinator

Job Description:

Inbound Operations Coordinator

As an Inbound Operations Coordinator at Mars you will operate and maintain an efficient inbound material pipeline that supports the plant production schedules. You will work to minimize the cost of supply by reducing losses due to obsolescence, aged inventory and transportation costs involved in delivering the materials to the plant. Additionally, you will ensure inventories are at optimal levels that balance use of working capital against the risk of disruption to production.

What are we looking for?

• 2 + years of experience in purchasing, logistics, or materials planning.
• A sound understanding of the supply chain and manufacturing process.
• Bachelors degree at a minimum.
• SAP experience preferred

What will be your key responsibilities?

• This role will help determine materials order quantity needs based on combination of production demand forecast, historical usage, pipeline inventory levels.
• Placing orders with suppliers and maintain order status information up to date in our systems.
• Scheduling material order releases with suppliers, while following through to ensure timely and complete delivery to sites.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.