Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.
Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to any Consumers Energy Service Center located throughout Michigan's lower Peninsula. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).
GENERAL SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for leading the organization's resources, related policies, and processes to ensure employees are able to meet enterprise requirements. The incumbent must possess both a broad strategic perspective and a strong technical foundation that, together, enable effective support of end-to-end processes. This role interfaces with employees, business unit customers, executive management, technology-related vendors, and other external parties, as necessary. The incumbent will assist with training development, job aid creation for acquired software, and the management of software rollouts and user adoption for acquired software and projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within the job area.
Drive the maintenance of the materials control system by scheduling and tracking materials through purchasing, receiving, material handling, raw materials and finished goods inventory, and shipping; develop warehouse layouts.
Provide complex analysis of annual budget information; monitor expenditures; identify variances; and prepare leader reporting.
Establish materials operational standards by contributing information to strategic plans and assisting in the implementation of production, productivity, quality, customer service, safety, security, and operational standards.
Lead inventory database management by ensuring accurate entry and updates of receiving, inventory, and shipping data.
Other duties as assigned or as necessary.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Understanding of software acquisition and agreements.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
High attention to detail.
Demonstrated judgment, maturity, and poise to interface effectively under challenging conditions.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Associate degree in Business, Procurement, or a related field, with four (4) or more years of experience in a supply chain support role.
(OR) High School Diploma / GED with six (6) or more years of experience in a supply chain support role.
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Why should you join our team?
At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.
What we offer:
Competitive compensation packages
Medical, Dental and Vision
401k with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 13 paid Holidays
Paid time off
Educational Assistance Program
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
