Supplier Operations Specialist

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We are looking for a Supplier Operations Specialist to manage day-to-day supplier operations, including onboarding and training suppliers in MISUMI systems, supporting order and data processes, and maintaining supplier performance information. In this role, you will work directly with domestic suppliers to ensure they can operate effectively within our tools, meet performance expectations, and contribute to ongoing process improvements.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and train all local suppliers on effective use of the supplier portal to improve efficiency in supplier qualification, ordering, and overall management.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, registration, and application processes.
• Develop and deliver supplier training materials, manuals, and documentation.
• Monitor supplier quality, delivery, and service levels, implementing corrective actions and performance improvements as needed.
• Act as the primary liaison for suppliers, addressing inquiries, resolving operational issues, and strengthening supplier relationships.
• Analyze data sets to create daily, monthly, and ad hoc reports to track performance, identify trends, and recommend operational improvements.
• Lead projects involving supplier database updates and the redesign of supplier performance scorecards.
• Conduct quarterly supplier performance evaluations using established scorecards.
• Maintain and update supplier documents, contracts, and ISO-compliant procedures.
• Apply data-driven insights to identify inefficiencies and lead supplier-focused Kaizen initiatives.
• Improve productivity and operational efficiency by enhancing supplier management processes and internal workflows.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure supplier performance aligns with organizational and customer expectations.
• Travel may be required (5 to 10%)
• Plus all other duties as assigned by the manager.

Jo b Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree related field or equivalent.
• 2+ years of Supplier management experience and data management desired.
• High proficiency in MS Office suite, Excel/Access. SQL is a plus.
• Must be highly analytical with excellent judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to retain training material
• Must be highly motivated and a self-starter
• Must have outstanding interpersonal and conflict management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Kaizen or other process-improvement skills are strongly preferred.

What We Can Offer You

MISUMI will provide training you need to be successful in this role, as well as opportunities for growth and innovation in our team-oriented company culture. We have outstanding benefits and retirement plans that allow you to focus on successfully doing your job and exceeding customer expectations and the excitement that comes with growth. The part that matters most is you!

MISUMI is the most comprehensive and user-friendly resource for factory automation components. With a vast selection of 80 sextillion standard and customized parts, MISUMI is an unmatched, one stop shop to meet customer specifications. We're committed to empowering customers to do incredible design work incredibly fast. We also are committed to our employees and are excited to announce that we received Comparably's annual Happiest Employees and Best Company Perks and Benefits in 2024in recognition of our employee centric culture, opportunities for growth and advancement, and outstanding leadership.

Pay Rate: $28-29/hour

Benefits Offered

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including Medical (HMO/PPO/HDHP), Vision, Dental, Life (Basic and AD&D), Disability (STD and LTD), Legal, and Pet Insurance Plans, 401(k) Plan with match, Commuter Transit Benefits, Employee Resource (EAP and GEAS) Plans, Fitness Club Membership, Tax Savings (HAS and FSA) Plans, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation for any particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

MISUMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

For California Residents

MISUMI USA, Inc. (“MISUMI”) complies with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”), and other applicable privacy laws. We may collect the following categories of personal information for purposes of the application and hiring process: name and contact information (phone number; mailing address; email address(es)); education and qualifications; employment history and experience; LinkedIn profile; and other information voluntarily provided by the applicant. Under the CCPA and CPRA, California residents have the right to know, correct, delete, and/or limit the use of certain information collected by MISUMI. For further information, see our full privacy policy at If you have any concerns, please send an email to [email protected].

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