Supply Chain Planning Coordinator

Summary/Objective Rival Technologies, LLC, offers innovative products customized to meet customer specific design requirements. With 20 years of application assistance experience, we can recommend the right products to fit design and performance requirements. From components to full fabrication, Rival has the knowledge and ability to assist in finding solutions to even the most challenging applications. Plus, our expansive and flexible manufacturing vendors allow us to consistently satisfy demanding production schedules with reliable low-cost, high-quality products. The Supply Chain Planning Coordinator is responsible for supporting the efficient flow of materials, production activities, and customer order fulfillment from raw material planning through final delivery. Key responsibilities include managing purchase orders and supplier communications, maintaining inventory and customer stocking programs, creating and monitoring manufacturing Work Orders, and coordinating with Sales and Production to establish fulfillment priorities and support on-time delivery. The position also assists with inventory management, shipment tracking, order fulfillment, and supply chain process improvements. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. This position reports to the Supply Chain Manager. Our ideal candidate will have experience performing the following job duties preferably within a manufacturing/distribution environment. Responsibilities Manage purchasing activities, including entering Purchase Orders into NetSuite and following up with suppliers on production schedules, order status, and shipping timelines, particularly with suppliers located in Vietnam. Work with the Accounting Manager to reconcile vendor invoices, resolve discrepancies, and ensure invoice accuracy. Maintain planning files and inventory requirements for all customer stocking programs. Coordinate with the Sales department to review incoming customer Purchase Orders, evaluate inventory availability, forecast potential stockouts, and establish order fulfillment priorities. Serve as a liaison between Sales and Production to communicate customer requirements, production priorities, and delivery expectations. Create and manage Work Orders in NetSuite for both US and non-US manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with customer demand, inventory availability, and production schedules. Coordinate with the US Production team to monitor Work Order progress, address material availability issues, and support on-time completion of manufacturing orders. Coordinate with suppliers to procure raw materials required for specific customers under stocking agreements. Complete order fulfillment transactions in NetSuite, ensuring accuracy and timely processing. Conduct monthly inventory checks across all warehouse locations and assist in resolving inventory discrepancies. Generate and analyze Supply Chain reports, identify opportunities for improvement, and support departmental goals and process improvement initiatives. Support other Supply Chain team members with various tasks, projects and responsibilities as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain preferred. At least 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, planning and logistics. Advanced understanding of business operations, financial equities, and risk management. Previous experience working with suppliers in Asia a plus. Strong analytical skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills (such as negotiation, influence, and presentation skills), with the ability to communicate effectively to direct and motivate stakeholders to meet business objectives like eliminating distressed inventory. Demonstrated problem solving, time-management, customer service, negotiation, interpersonal, decision making, leadership, organization, and commun…

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