Supply Chain Management Specialist II- Eng
Why UKG:
At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do.
We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you.
UKG is the world leader in the design and manufacturing of timeclocks for workforce management solutions. Our integrated timeclocks are used for tracking time and attendance, as well as for self-service features such as taking time off and checking accruals. These user-friendly devices run on an Android operating system and offer multiple options for card readers and power supply choices for seamless integration into a facility's infrastructure and operations. These clocks are certified for safety and meet EMC compliance to allow them to be sold in more than 100 countries. Our Supply Chain Operations team manages global planning, manufacturing, order fulfillment, transportation, logistics, returns, and repairs for our customers around the world.
About The Role
The Supply Chain Specialist II - Eng will report directly to the Director of Supply Chain Operations. UKG's supply chain strategy is to leverage contract manufacturing and depot operations, as well as 3PLs, across the supply chain, for manufacturing, transportation, logistics, and depot services. The role and responsibilities of this position are focused primarily on supply planning however the scope of responsibilities covers a broad range of supply chain disciplines, providing the opportunity to experience and learn all facets of supply chain operations for electro-mechanical hardware products.
Responsibilities:
• Supply Planning: Manage the supply of components through UKG's contract manufacturer in Mexico, ensuring supply supports UKG's demand, build, capacity, and inventory plans.
• Demand Planning: Collaborate with Demand Planner to ensure supply aligns with demand plans and forecasts
• Supplier Coordination: Liaise with UKG's contract manufacturer and strategic suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of components and to manage demand plans and forecasts.
• Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong partnerships with UKG's strategic suppliers, manage expectations for quality, delivery, and price, and drive escalations when necessary.
• Inventory Management: Manage inventory planned and held by UKG's contract manufacturer, especially on hand, on order, and excess & obsolete levels
• Sales Order Management: Support UKG's Logistics Manager by overseeing fulfillment of sales orders, shipments, and status, interacting regularly with UKG Sales Operations and UKG's 3rd party help desk
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze performance metrics, identify root causes of issues, and support business planning processes and exercises
• Purchase Order Management: Create purchase requisitions, place purchase orders, and support all requests from internal stakeholders
• Business Continuity Plan: Support the bi-annual Business Continuity Planning exercises
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• Supplier Management: Plan and support UKG's supplier business and operations reviews and administer UKG's surveys, audits, and quarterly scorecards
• Supplier & Part Risk Management: Assess, monitor, and support mitigation of component supply, price, lifecycle, and market risks. Administer engagement with UKG's 3rd party SCRM tools and services
• Supplier & Part Sourcing: Support new supplier and component identifications, assessments, selections, and qualifications, administer RFQs, and research new suppliers and technologies
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably with a concentration in supply chain management and / or logistics
• 1 - 3 years of experience in and exposure to areas related to supply planning, demand planning, inventory management, manufacturing, order fulfillment, transportation, and logistics, preferably with a global / international hardware company
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
• Experience in MS D365 or related ERP system(s)
• Experience in database management and analytics
• Experience in project management
• Able to travel to domestic and international locations
• Demonstrates initiative, exercises good judgment, and achieves results through the extended team of colleagues and stakeholders
• Acts accountably, from a place of ownership; Works autonomously, with initiative, and proactively; Drives process, systems, and tools improvements
• Can be entrusted to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization; Communicates professionally and effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Possesses a strong desire to learn about supply chain operations of hardware products
Preferred Qualifications
• 3 - 5+ years' experience working in a supply planner or related supply chain role with increasing responsibilities
• 3 - 5+ years' experience working with a contract manufacturer and / or 3rd party logistics providers
Company Overview:
UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com.
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UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
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The pay range for this position is $56,800.00 to $81,650.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.ukg.com/about-us/careers/benefits
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion