Supply Chain Coordinator - Cambridge, Canada - Kromet International

Description

_The Supply Chain Coordinator will be responsible to oversee both the purchasing and distribution of parts from our Asian supply chain to a variety of Global Customers.

They will be involved with customer service, transportation, and factory coordination to create a cohesive supply chain that benefits all parties.

The Supply Chain Coordinator may also negotiate with suppliers, vendors, manufacturers, and consumers, manage inventory, delivery terms and transportation costs, implement processes to improve efficiency, plan routes, and produce metrics and reports to analyze the performance of the supply chain.

• In coordination with team members in Asia, manage all the logistics of shipping products from China to various customer locations around the world
• Details include ocean freight tracking, importer security filing (ISF), brokerage clearance, liaison with seaport terminals, railway and land transportation, delivery of goods, cost negotiation with brokers and truckers, cost analysis, cost tracking, and handling of tariffs, charges, and fees
• Follow up on customer inventory status, delivery timing and new order requirements; using customer portals to upload information and to check release orders, etc.
• Regularly communicate with customers to understand their supply needs and to communicate realtime delivery status
• Support the Business Development team in a variety of administrative processes, including the processing and tracking of new RFQs
• Assist in the analysis and preparation of quotations to customers. Managing sales inquiries and followup on projects

• College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree within a related field (Supply Chain Management, International Logistics, etc.)
• Experience in a similar role or field is required
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings (to facilitate effective communication with team members in China)
• Must be fluent in English and Mandarin. Cantonese viewed as an asset
• Ability to selfstart and work independently.
• Effective communicator and persuasive negotiator
• Welldeveloped relationship building and management skills
• High level of computer proficiency, specifically with word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and ERP/MRP software.
• Experience from within the Metallurgical Industry is viewed as a strong asset

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Onsite parking
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

• French not required

• 8 hour shift