Position: Manager, Master Scheduling/Supply Chain

About Semrock:

Semrock, Inc. – based in Rochester, New York – develops and manufactures high-performance optical thin-film filters that set the standard for biotech and analytical instrumentation. Semrock is a rapidly growing company, with revenue from both the volume OEM sales of tailored products and the sales of standard catalog products to end-users. Semrock’s optical filter products are set apart by their state-of-the-art performance and reliability. Major markets include filters for fluorescence-based systems, for Raman spectroscopy and for biomedical laser systems.

Position Description:

In support of its expanding business Semrock is looking for a well rounded person to join its Operations team in the role of Manager, Master Scheduling/Supply Chain. This person will be the master scheduler, capacity planner and coordinate the daily planning, procurement, and inventory control functions. Additional responsibilities will include negotiating buying agreements and long-term contracts with key suppliers in the optical manufacturing industry.

Specific activities will include:

• Determine the Master Schedule, develop and maintain the Capacity Model.
• Coordinate all production planning activities, including monitoring of customer demand through booked orders and forecasts, and scheduling of equipment and manpower.
• Ensure all material requirements are met through robust purchasing processes in accordance with our Quality Systems,
• Negotiate blanket purchase orders and contracts with raw material suppliers
• Continue implementation of MRP system for improved scheduling, planning, and inventory control.
• Provide accurate manufacturing information to Customer Service and the sales team, including shipment schedules and lead-times.
• Drive supplier performance tracking via scorecards and audits, in cooperation with the Quality department.

The opportunity will require a highly intelligent, driven, hands-on person who will both quickly learn the existing systems and make significant improvements, taking us to the next level of sophistication and efficiency within months of arriving. The right person will enjoy the challenge of a rapidly growing, dynamic, small company environment, and will be able to quickly establish rapport with our key suppliers, sales staff, and the manufacturing team.

Qualifications:

Success in this position calls for a person with:
• 4-year degree in a Business or Management field with a minimum of 5 years of planning and procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. APICS certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MRP and/or ERP systems; specific knowledge of Epicor Vista is a plus.
• A high degree of attention to detail, very strong organizational skills and an excellent work ethic.
• Must have exceptional time management and computer skills.
• Proven ability to manage people.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage many tasks/projects simultaneously.

The ability to work in a small team environment is required, so we will be looking for evidence of strong written and oral communication skills as well as a willingness to tackle any challenge. The right individual will be able to demonstrate strong initiative and work with minimal supervision.

This position is based in Rochester, New York.