Supply Chain Specialist

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About the role The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for supporting end-to-end supply chain operations across the Americas (AME) MTCS business. This role drives inventory optimization, demand planning, supplier performance management, procurement analytics, and operational reporting to ensure product availability, customer satisfaction, and cost competitiveness. The position partners closely with Operations, Sales, Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Logistics teams to deliver data-driven insights and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain performance.
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with business acumen and a continuous improvement mindset to support a growing aftermarket and project-driven manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Planning & Analysis

• Analyze demand trends, historical consumption patterns, sales forecasts, and project requirements to support inventory and procurement planning.
• Develop and maintain supply chain dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to drive operational decision-making.
• Monitor inventory levels and recommend stocking strategies that balance customer service, working capital, and inventory risk.
• Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes through data analysis and reporting.
• Identify inventory excesses, shortages, slow-moving materials, and obsolescence risks and recommend corrective actions.

Procurement & Supplier Performance

• Analyze supplier performance metrics including on-time delivery, quality, lead times, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.
• Support supplier management activities through performance reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Procurement to identify sourcing opportunities, mitigate supply risks, and improve supplier reliability.
• Monitor purchase order execution and assist in resolving supply disruptions.

Logistics & Operations Support

• Analyze inbound and outbound logistics performance, transportation costs, and service levels.
• Support warehouse and inventory control initiatives to improve inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and operations teams to identify material constraints and develop mitigation plans.
• Assist in developing contingency plans for critical supply chain risks.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain master data integrity within ERP and planning systems.
• Create recurring and ad hoc reports for leadership, operations, and commercial teams.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on supply chain performance issues and recommend sustainable solutions.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual business reviews with analytical insights.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects focused on inventory optimization, lead time reduction, supplier performance, and process efficiency.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies.
• Document and standardize supply chain processes and best practices.
• Support digital transformation initiatives through automation, reporting enhancements, and process simplification.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Finance, or related discipline required.

Experience

• 3-5 years of supply chain, procurement, inventory management, planning, logistics, or operations analysis experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, engineered products, industrial equipment, or project-based business environments preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent preferred.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, Power Query, data modeling, and analytics.
• Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Understanding of inventory planning, MRP, forecasting, and procurement processes.
• Ability to interpret large data sets and translate findings into actionable recommendations.

Preferred Certifications

• APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based role located in Houston, Texas.
• Occasional visits to manufacturing, warehouse, and supplier locations.
• Limited domestic travel (up to 10%) may be required to support operations, suppliers, or strategic initiatives.

What we offer you

What We Offer You

• PTO and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401K plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Health savings account matching
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid paternal leave
• Gym reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
 

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