Job DetailsJob Location: Houston, TX 77002Position Type: Full TimePOSITION SUMMARY:
The Supply Chain Coordinator will be accountable for all inventory and intra-network supply for ALTIVIA. Tasks primarily relate to support of the Ketones & Additives business, however this position will coordinate all inventory stocking movements and international supply chains, for current and future ALTIVIA businesses; specifically this role is the central lead for month-end inventory counts, a standardized activity for all businesses and a critical and time-sensitive financial input. This role requires a self-starter personality, strong work ethic, skills to analyze and communicate analysis, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
The Supply Chain Coordinator will work closely with Commercial Directors, Manufacturing, and senior management to develop and sustain ALTIVIA’s world-class supply chain, and will have a direct hand in ALTIVIA’s commercial success and operations excellence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee and manage inventories and inventory control process for all plant sites and terminals
Maintain physical count and ERP system inventory accuracy for the Ketones & Additives business; monitor thoroughly
Maintain and adjust stocking targets by product and location in collaboration with commercial team; efficiently replenish
Administer material requirements planning (MRP) for Petrochemicals and Ketones & Additives businesses
Administer contracts for all terminals; renew, modify, or terminate as needed, and help to negotiate new contracts
Monitor all inventory-related ERP transactions to ensure compliance; suggest improvements for accuracy, efficiency
Report KPI’s to management for supply chain activities – network health, replenishment volumes and cost, inventory value
Manage primary freight forwarder and any secondary international freight relationships, supporting service level
Support rate quotes for new international business opportunities, including analysis of inventory positioning & cost
Liaise with operations to ensure that quality & product stewardship expectations are met for all terminals
Lead coordination with EHS team and external vendors for any SDS or label changes, or new language / geography needs
Document processes thoroughly, and manage change for new and modified processes and systems
Prepare monthly reports for presentation to management on operational and cost metrics, inventory flows
Plan and implement supply chain optimization projects, and collect data to support strategic decisions
Lead corrective action investigations for all carrier and terminal issues within the Ketones & Additives business
Review and approve all invoices related to network and inventory activities, maintain accurate freight accruals
Qualifications:
Strong attention to detail, organization, accuracy, and follow-through
Critical thinking, for problem identification and resolution in a timely manner, with a sense of urgency
Keen sense of workflow, tracking commitments, alignments, and approvals, and managing the sequence of activities
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, in a fast-paced environment
Good interpersonal skills for equal effectiveness as an independent performer and strong team player
Effectiveness both independently and as a strong team player, in a fast-paced environment
Intermediate knowledge of, and efficient navigation and performance using, MS Office & Excel
Sound judgment and logical analysis when evaluating costs, volumes, inventories, material flows, and leadtimes
Preferred Experience:
Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, operations, or a business-related field
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards), data & financial analysis, or import/export activities
Qualifications