The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in Chicago, IL.

Role Description

• Manage daily operational activities (e.g., inventory management, production team scheduling, work order coordination; picking/kitting materials for production, etc.) related to inventory, shipping and receiving.
• Assist in day-to-day processing of purchasing requisitions and requests for all departments (technical and administrative supplies and chemicals).
• Manage all processes and staff related to shipping, receiving and inventory. Investigate and resolve shipping and receiving issues. Ensure adherence to environmental management requirements and systems (i.e., IATA, DOT, etc.)
• Responsible for space management in areas including, but not limited to Drum Room, Quarantine areas, Cage, Cold Storage and Second Floor Storage Room.
• Administers annual stock-take, routine cycle counts, and material expiry processes to maintain data integrity within the ERP System.
• Manages relationship with service vendors to support shipping (CGMP and non-GMP), support waste disposal documentation, cleaning, and repair for small laboratory equipment.
• Assure appropriate standard operating procedures are in place and adhered to for inventory control, shipping and receiving processes to ensure continuous compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Mine ERP data to look for cost saving opportunities and to identify ways to simplify and improve sourcing, purchasing and waste management (e.g., Kanban, re-occurring POs, blanket ordering, etc.).
• Partner with production and project teams to plan for success; ensure materials are available to avoid operating delays, and that appropriate processes are in place to accurately track and report inventory.
• Arranging and assisting with the onboarding of new employees.
• Perform administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, scheduling routine office maintenance, assisting with office moves, etc.
• Other activities as needed.

Skills & Requirements

• Knowledge of purchasing and data entry for ERP systems preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting, billing, and shipping functions preferred.
• Must have strong attention to detail, above average math skills and general knowledge of weight and volume measurements.
• Proficient PC skills with experience in data entry, using email, internet, key collaboration tools and

• MS Office applications. Must be able to create reports or documents using Excel and Word.
• Excellent written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to deal effectively with all personality types.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and use a forklift.
• Bachelor’s degree required; preferred if in a scientific area (e.g., chemistry, biology, engineering).
• Experience in office management or an administrative role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent communication and people management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Experience with ERP Systems (e.g., Syspro, SAP etc.) preferred.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize. Flexibility and Adaptability.
• Self-motivated, meticulous, and practical with strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits/Other Compensation:

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401K.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

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