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Kemin Industries External Site Liaison - Supply Chain in Des Moines, Iowa
Overview
We're hiring! Kemin has a new opportunity to join our Supply Chain team in Des Moines, Iowa. The External Site Liaison is responsible for leading and coordinating all farm and offsite manufacturing processes. This position will interface closely with the procurement, operations and supply chain teams with a particular focus on compliance, quality and production. The main purpose of this role is to ensure the supply risk is kept to a minimum, while maintaining cost effectiveness.
This position is a key representative of Kemin Industries and an intermediary with third party manufacturers. The successful candidate will ensure full compliance of offsite manufacturing with Kemin Industries’ EHS and quality requirements, and with regulatory, contractual, and financial frameworks. This role will maintain all offsite supply bases, delivering production flexibility and reliability at a competitive total cost and will coordinate and consult the appropriate Kemin Industries’ functions.
We Are Kemin
We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.
We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.
We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.
For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products to customers around the world .
Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.
As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…
A competitive financial package - in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays.
Robust health and wellness support - we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.
Continued learning opportunities - Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
The chance to give back to our world - Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives.
Opportunities to support our valued educators - Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours.
Responsibilities
Focused on supply & demand planning for all products in their assigned areas.
Ensures accurate data/information is utilized to make the best production planning decisions.
Ensure full compliance of offsite operations with Kemin’s EHS and quality requirements within all regulatory, contractual and financial frameworks.
Maintain positive relations with offsite and 3rd party supply base to deliver production flexibility and reliability at a competitive cost.
Oversee Offsite production sites and farms.
Oversee communication and process with offsite production locations.
Support Supply Chain and Scheduling for offsite production sites.
Work with Legal Department to update/establish Offsite Production Agreements
Arrange for raw materials to be shipped to the Offsite production sites as needed
Measure offsite manufacturing performance (capability mapping) and drive continuous improvement where appropriate
Investigate complaints and ensure resolution through the appropriate interfaces.
Obtain inventory requirements of raw materials to support production needs.
Set up M3 system for new products, manufacturing sites and warehouse to conduct manufacturing, warehousing and shipping in Kemin or offsite facilities.
Work with procurement to ensure that inventory requirements are met to support production needs.
Coordinate with the other Kemin groups such as procurement, quality assurance, operations, and warehousing to maintain a consistent supply and flow of product
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management with 3-5 years of related experience OR
Associate's Degree with 5-7 years of related experience OR
High School Diploma with 7+ years of related exerpience
Manufacturing operations experience highly desired
Understanding of 3rd party relationship management
Good knowledge of EHS, Quality, and Regulatory compliance frameworks
Demonstarted proficiency in management
Ability to perform analysis and develop reccomendations
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
Microsoft Office skills; Excel, Word, and Power BI
Strong decision making abilities
Ability to handle multiple projects in a team environment
Travel up to 40% domestic
A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.
Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered.
Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.
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LocationUS-IA-Des Moines
Posted Date3 weeks ago(5/24/2024 9:42 AM)
Job ID 2024-10140
Positions 1
Category Supply Chain
Position Type Regular Full-Time