Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC Hiring for Supply Chain Manager at Des Moines, IA  Full Time

The Supply Chain Manager manages the plant supply chain of Helena and Toll customer products.

The employee’s primary duty must be the performance of office or non-manual work directly related to the management or general business operations of Helena or Helena’s customers. This also includes the exercise of discretion and independent judgement with respect to matters of significance.

What your day may look like

• Manages the procurement of plant materials for Helena and all Toll customers to meet production schedules including attaining the best material cost and the lowest practical inventory levels.
• Procures plant operating and supply items.
• Develops risk management programs to ensure continuity of supply in emergency scenarios.
• Manages customer needs against plant resources and assets to assist the Plant Manager in determining the most cost effective master production schedule that meets customer needs.
• Manages the shipping, receiving, warehousing and cycle counting functions to achieve inventory accuracy and to meet customers’ delivery schedules and requirements.
• Manages inventory accounting to ensure correct inventory balances and system transactions in all areas including customer reporting on inventory, shipments, receipts and production.
• Manages customer service by providing customers with accurate and timely information and responding to their real time changes.
• Manages and reviews product costing data.
• Monitors inventory expenses, against the forecast.
• Makes recommendations for adjustments to achieve the best financial performance.
• Manages Oracle system to gain accurate, timely results in all aspects of transaction reporting and expands the system capabilities as applicable to improve the business operations, productivity and profitability.
• Establishes Trusted Resource brand with customers and uses RAPIDS core values.
• Maintains a clean work environment both inside and outside the facility by using good housekeeping habits.
• Performs work in a safe, responsible manner following all safety rules and procedures.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Education and experience needed for this position

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, logistics/warehousing or industrial engineering is required.
• Five years of work experience in operations, purchasing and/or inventory related fields is required.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and budgeting is required.
• Two years of leadership experience is required.

Other skills that will help you succeed

• Written and verbal communications skills in English.
• Customer service skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills including Oracle and Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ability to manage professional and clerical team members.
• Sets multiple priorities for team in dynamic environment.
• May be required to pass an OSHA respirator physical.
• Ability to travel by various means.
• Presentation skills

Being a leader at Helena

At Helena, we lead by example. Our leaders are expected to demonstrate the same qualities that we value in our employees — integrity, passion and accountability. When you become a leader at Helena, you are not just overseeing a team of people, you are inspiring and empowering those around you to be better each day. And when our leaders do that, success comes naturally.

In this leadership role, you may be responsible for leading some or all of the following areas, depending upon the size and scope of the plant: warehousing, inventory, production scheduling and purchasing team members. This includes carrying out leadership responsibilities such as interviewing, hiring, training and coaching employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees and addressing complaints and resolving problems by following all of Helena’s policies, procedures and applicable laws.

Your work environment and the physical aspects of the job

There are potential hazards associated with any chemical manufacturing business but at Helena Industries safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures including engineered solutions and personal protective equipment and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could potentially be harmful to our employees.

The work environment for this position is that of a typical plant environment where the noise level is usually moderate to loud. In this position, you will regularly work near moving equipment/mechanical parts and could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock. This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, stand and sit. You may be occasionally required to lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Lab and office positions at the plant would only have occasional exposure if they must go out into the plant.

Who we are

Helena Industries has provided formulations and packaging solutions for companies around the world for over 60 years. As one of the largest chemical toll manufacturer’s and service companies in the U.S., we set the bar for the industry in ensuring the safety of our clients’ technology, brand and assets with integrity and pride.

Helena is a special place to be

At Helena, we are family. Our employees take care of each other and support each other at work and in their personal life. Our family-like atmosphere creates a positive work environment that allows our employees to be high-performers because they feel comfort and compassion from their leader and team.

Our family-like culture is centered on our employees who embody our core values which we refer to as R.A.P.I.D.S. — Responsive, Attitude, Proactive, Integrity, Dependability and Safety. At Helena Industries, you will find transparent and open communication. We care about our employees and value their opinions. We appreciate that our employees want to understand their contribution to the company’s mission, that they take ownership of their responsibilities and then are trusted to perform.

At Helena Industries, you will find recognition for hard work and positive reinforcement through excellent benefits, competitive pay and daily workplace interactions.

Helena’s commitment to diversity and inclusion

At Helena, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all our employees feel safe, valued and have the opportunity to succeed. We embrace different backgrounds and human experiences because our customers are also diverse. When we all show deep appreciation for each other and our customers it builds trust that strengthens Helena and keeps us competitive.

Helena supports individuals with disabilities and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform job responsibilities.

Stay connected to Helena

For the latest job postings and company news, visit us at helenaindustries.com.

Helena is an equal opportunity employer.

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