JOB TITLE: Supply Chain Specialist Location: North Fort Myers, FL Work Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm Our benefits include: Company-wide annual incentive plan Medical, vision and dental insurance 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match Company funded Pension Plan On-site wellness/medical facility Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability insurance Health Savings Account with an employer contribution Flexible Spending Accounts Paid time off and paid holidays Wellness program with financial rewards Tuition reimbursement Group life insurance Critical Illness and Accident Insurance LCEC provides reliable, cost-competitive electricity to more than 245,000 customers throughout a five-county service territory located in Southwest Florida. We employ approximately 450 skilled employees and are one of more than 900 electric distribution cooperatives located throughout the United States. LCEC has been recognized locally and statewide as an industry leader and continually receives acknowledgment for the work that our employees do in the community along with other civic, environmental and professional honors. Position Summary: The Supply Chain Specialist provides broad ranging support in all aspects of Supply Chain operations. The position will collaborate and cross train within multiple Supply Chain categories including Purchasing, Inventory, Project Materials Coordination, Materials Management, Insurance, and Contract Administration, and provide backup and support to key positions within the Supply Chain team. This role combines analysis and reporting along with hands-on application within one or more of the Supply Chain categories to ensure excellence in the overall performance of the operations. Position Responsibilities + Support Purchasing department Business as Usual activities including but not limited to: + Review purchase requisitions, requests and evaluates quotations, and prepares purchase orders under the oversight of Purchasing Agents. + Research and identify prospective suppliers. + Assists with inventory and cycle count activities under the oversight of the Inventory Control Analyst. + Coordinates with Warehouse, Purchasing and Inventory personnel to ensure optimal inventory levels consistent with current demand. + Analyze inventory for over / under stocking conditions. + Monitor and communicate delivery schedules for special projects ensuring timely jobsite staging. + Maintain Approved Vendor Insurance databases as needed to ensure coverage is maintained with in specified limits. + Assist with the maintenance of metrics and key performance indicators for the department. + Perform other related duties and functions as required. + Assist with restoration efforts in the event of significant storm events. + Maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers at all levels within LCEC. Ensure smooth operations, productive communications and effective understanding during all inter-personal contacts. Respond with current and accurate information to all inquiries, courteously and in a timely manner. Education Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of postsecondary education and related work experience. (Required) Experience + 1-3 years' experience in supply chain or a corporate accounting environment. (Required) + Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint and Outlook; Intermediate proficiency with Excel. (Required) + Working knowledge of purchasing or accounting modules in an enterprise business operating system. (Required) + Demonstrated excellent customer service orientation. (Required) + 1 – 3 years of Supply Chain, Financial, Accounting experience in a utility environment. (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Ability to work in a collaborative environment using interactive skills for effective and positive relations. (Required) + Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills (Required) + Accuracy in daily work and other projects. (Required) + Strong verbal and written communication skills. (Required) + Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines (Required) + Ability to multitask and prioritize work tasks. (Required) + Working knowledge of automated barcode systems (Preferred) Physical Demands and Working Environment: The physical demands and working environment characteristics described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Physical Demands: Standing Occasionally, Walking Occasionally, Sitting Constantly, Lifting Rarely, Carrying Rarely, Pushing Rarely, Pulling Rarely, Climbing Rarely, Balancing Rarely, Stooping Rarely, Kneeling Rarely, Crouching Rarely, Crawling Rarely, Reaching Rarely, Handling Occasionally, Grasping Occasionally, Feeling Rarely, Talking Constantly, Hearing Constantly, Repetitive Motions Frequently, Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently. + Working Environment: Constantly Air-conditioned office environment, Rarely Extreme cold, Rarely Extreme heat, Rarely Humidity, Rarely Wet, Occasionally Noise, Rarely Hazards, Rarely Temperature Change, Rarely Atmospheric Conditions, Rarely Vibration. STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS.... Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment: LCEC provides critical services to our community during an emergency. Employees are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our LCEC members. Employees are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's guidelines and procedures. Please note that at the time a candidate is made a job offer, the candidate will be subject to a background check and a drug screening. Required SkillsRequired Experience