Founded in 1995, National Products, Inc. began supplying the world with our industry-leading RAM Mounting Systems. Relied on by the world’s most rugged industries, we serve motorcycle riders, kayak fishermen, police and fire, farmers, miners, pilots, extreme sports enthusiasts and many others with mounting solutions for high vibration environments. We manufacture mounts for action cameras, tablets, smartphones, laptops, and many different displays across nearly every mobile market. Made in the USA (South Seattle), we are proud to offer a lifetime warranty on most products.
Job Description
The Supply Chain Coordinator supports NPI’s supply chain by performing both purchasing and production planning activities. This role is responsible for procuring materials and services, managing supplier communication, monitoring inventory levels, and developing production and material plans that ensure on-time product availability. Strong analytical and communication skills in an MRP/ERP based manufacturing environment are foundational to success. The individual filling this role will work closely with co-workers and supervisors and must be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day supplier communications and relationships.
- Create and issue purchase orders based on MRP requirements, inventory needs, and approved suppliers
- Communicate with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, pricing, and availability
- Review MRP to determine material requirements and convert planned orders into work orders
- Monitor inventory levels and recommend adjustments to reorder points or safety stock
- Identify potential material shortages and coordinate corrective actions
- Analyze demand trends to support forecasting and long-term planning activities
- Work with Accounting to resolve invoice and purchasing order variances.
- Troubleshoot vendor and supplier issues; work closely with internal and external stakeholders to determine appropriate preventive or corrective actions as needed.
- Understand and support sourcing and purchasing requirements for day-to-day operations.
- Conduct spend analysis, identify cost saving opportunities.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on the performance of suppliers.
- Maintain documentation for all purchasing communication.
Skills and Qualifications
- Two or more years’ experience in manufacturing supply chain management/purchasing is required.
- Six months or more of buying experience in an MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) Purchasing Department.
- Strong working knowledge of ERP software.
- Excellent working knowledge of forecasting inventory needs, planning and control.
- Strong understanding and experience with logistics, LTL freight, and related shipping services.
- Experienced using, SQL, Tableau, Python, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Firm understanding of Purchasing/Inventory/Accounting/General Ledger/Accounts Payable concepts and how they are integrated and work together.
- Candidate should possess excellent communication skills, should be process oriented and results
- driven.
Competencies
- Personal Organization: Ability to prioritize and organize tasks for best results. Ability to handle multiple projects and duties with tight deadlines.
- Communication: Clear and professional verbal and email communications with customers, vendors, and fellow employees. Pleasant and positive personality.
- Problem-solving: Ability to identify problems, gather and analyze data, and find solutions. Creative thinker that cooperates with others to incorporate their ideas.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or a related discipline.
- Coursework or certification in supply chain or logistics (e.g., APICS/ASCM, CSCMP) is a plus.
Hourly Range: $25.00 to $35.00
Benefits:
- Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Two weeks of PTO (up to 3 weeks with tenure) with seven paid holidays
- 401k with up to 4% employer match
- Additional paid parental leave beyond state/federal offerings
- Quarterly catered lunch events for all employees
- RAM Mounts product discounts
Position Status: Full TimePosition Location: Onsite
A drug screening will also be required (THC or Marijuana not screened during pre-employment test).
Skills Required
- Two or more years of experience in manufacturing supply chain management or purchasing
- Six months or more of buying experience in an MRO Purchasing Department
- Strong working knowledge of ERP software
- Working knowledge of forecasting inventory needs, planning, and control
- Strong understanding and experience with logistics, LTL freight, and related shipping services
- Experience using SQL, Tableau, Python, Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Understanding of Purchasing, Inventory, Accounting, General Ledger, and Accounts Payable concepts
- Excellent communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or a related discipline
- Coursework or certification in supply chain or logistics, such as APICS/ASCM or CSCMP
What We Do
National Products Inc (NPI), known for its RAM Mounts brand, is a leading manufacturer of rugged and versatile mounting solutions for devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops. Based in Seattle, Washington, the company also provides specialized industrial services, including rubber injection, sand casting, metal fabrication, and plastic injection molding, serving diverse sectors including automotive, marine, and outdoor recreation.
