Spec Lean Supply req80945

Company: Quest Diagnostics
Location: Clifton
Posted on: November 15, 2021

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Lean Supply Specialist
LOCATION: Clifton, New Jersey
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday -8:00AM-4:30 PM

JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Regional Lean Supply Supervisor; this position drives implementation of lean supply management principles within the BU Laboratory network including materials/supplies movement and replenishment to point of use in the laboratory. Lead cycle count and daily replenishment routines, interacting with the laboratory staff to assure material availability.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Execute standard business processes for managing material flow for all facility types in assigned Region including Laboratories, RRL, PSC, IOP etc.
Standardize business processes in receiving, shipping, warehousing, operations and laboratory replenishment planning across the laboratory and in concert with Corporate Standards.
Participate in internal work teams in the continuous improvement of Supply replenishment processes focused overall cost and cycle time reduction.
Conducts regular physical inventory and cycle counts to assure accuracy of on-hand inventories
Coordinates inventories as required on remote sites (PSC, RRL etc)
Oversees local supply points
Directs local supply team
Executes implementation of visual management tools (e.g. Kanban) and mistake-proof initiatives - (Labels with Photos)
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
BS/BA degree in Supply Chain or equivalent required.
Six Sigma Green Belt certification recommended.
Experience/Skills
4-5 years' experience in manufacturing/warehouse/inventory/Supply Chain
Experience working / implementing lean initiatives
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to interact well with all levels of staff.
Analytical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset
Efficient planning and organizing skills
Proficiency in a variety of software such as Excel, Word, Visio, etc. is highly desirable

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