Supply Chain Specialist

As a Supply Chain Specialist at Ammortal, your main responsibilities include creating and managing purchase orders based on our forecasted demand, overseeing logistics and shipment tracking, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and collaborating closely with our contract manufacturing partner and internal teams to align with production schedules. You will also be pivotal in developing process improvements to enhance overall supply chain efficiency.

To excel as a Supply Chain Specialist at Ammortal, candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in purchasing, operations, or a supply chain role. Familiarity with MRP software and strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. While a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred, demonstrable experience can substitute for formal education.

Collaboration is key for the Supply Chain Specialist role at Ammortal. You will work closely with our contract manufacturer and the internal Ammortal Supply Chain team to ensure alignment with production schedules and objectives. Your ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and team members is vital in maintaining a smooth and efficient supply chain.

A Supply Chain Specialist at Ammortal will utilize MRP software to manage inventory and purchasing processes. Additionally, familiarity with project management tools like Asana and understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) can enhance your effectiveness in this role, ensuring streamlined operations and compliance with industry standards.

The growth potential for a Supply Chain Specialist at Ammortal is promising. As our company aims to significantly scale up production capabilities in the coming years, there will be opportunities for professional growth and development, including leadership roles within the supply chain team or other operational areas as you help shape innovation and efficiency in our processes.

Discuss specific roles or projects where you managed purchasing, logistics, and inventory management. Highlight key achievements, such as improving efficiency or resolving significant supply chain issues.

Explain your approach to time management and task prioritization. It can be helpful to describe a specific instance where you successfully met multiple deadlines by organizing your workload effectively.

Share your familiarity with specific MRP systems you've used, including MRPeasy or similar software. Illustrate how these tools have enabled you to track inventory effectively and streamline purchasing operations.

Discuss your strategies for building strong relationships with suppliers, such as regular communication and performance evaluation. Provide examples of how you've resolved issues or improved supplier performance in previous roles.

Share your techniques for maintaining optimal inventory levels, including forecasting demand and monitoring lead times. Clarify how you balance inventory turnover with production needs to minimize costs.

Provide a specific example of a shipping issue you faced, how you approached resolving it, and the outcome. Highlight your problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.

Illustrate your analytical approach, focusing on identifying bottlenecks and implementing process improvements. Discuss any relevant methodologies, such as lean principles or Six Sigma, that you've applied in past roles.

Discuss your understanding of relevant regulatory standards, such as ISO or GMP, and how you integrate compliance into your supply chain processes. Share experiences where you've navigated regulatory requirements.

Explain your approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing communication and collaboration. Give an example of how listening to different perspectives led to a successful outcome in a past experience.

Share your insights on current challenges facing supply chain professionals, such as globalization or sustainability issues. Discuss how you stay informed on industry trends and adapt to changing circumstances.