Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Why You Need to Earn the APICS CPIM Designation

The APICS CPIM program provides you with the ability to understand and evaluate production and inventory activities within a company's global operations.
The APICS CPIM program benefits designees worldwide
  • APICS CPIM is preferred by thousands of employers worldwide.
  • More than 95,000 professionals since 1973 have earned the APICS CPIM designation.
  • APICS CPIM helps you master essential terminology, concepts, and strategies related to
    • demand management
    • procurement management
    • supplier planning
    • material requirements planning
    • capacity planning
    • sales and operations planning
    • master scheduling
    • performance measurements
    • supplier relationships
    • quality control
    • continuous improvement.


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APICS CSCP LEARNING SYSTEM - ENHANCED FOR 2012

The 2012 APICS CSCP Learning System is more relevant than ever for supply chain professionals. Based upon a recent Global Job Task Analysis, the 2012 APICS CSCP Learning System is enhanced to support the recent content and structural changes to the APICS CSCP exam. Each module was restructured with deeper integration of:
- best practices in the day-to-day functions of supply chain professionals
- technologies that drive improvement in planning and operations
- techniques necessary to maximize your organization’s efficiency and impact bottom line results.
Recommended by over 90% of users, the APICS CSCP Learning System encompasses end-to-end supply chain best practices for today’s global supply chain. As the only comprehensive preparatory method, the APICS CSCP Learning System is designed to help you best prepare for the APICS CSCP certification exam.

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Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Supply Chain Assistant - Full Time - Suffolk, VA


Cobham Composite Products is a leader in composites manufacturing with more than 25 years of production experience with the aviation, aerospace and missile defense industries. We specialize in resin transfer molding (RTM), compression molding, hand lay-up/autoclave cure, assembly and integration. Our Suffolk, VA location is currently looking for a Supply Chain Assistant. The responsibilities of this position will be but not limited to:
Position Summary:

The successful Supply Chain Assistant will, under general direction, be responsible for purchasing equipment, tools, raw material, parts, services and supplies necessary for operation of the Composite Products Operation.
Responsibilities:

·         Receives and reviews Purchase Requisitions from staff and places orders per corporate policy.
·         Manages various will-call suppliers.
·         Solicits quotes from vendors as applicable.
·         Follows up with vendors for orders that have been placed, verifies delivery, and maintains necessary records.
·         Reviews all supplier invoices for accuracy prior to payment.
·         Responsible for requesting return material authorization and submitting return to vendor for discrepant product or materials.
·         Issues reimbursements and maintains the reimbursement account.
·         Inventories and orders office and kitchen supplies.
·         Other tasks as needed in support of Buyer and department.
·         Assist in determining and maintaining adequate inventory levels.
·         Assist with other clerical functions as needed to support CCP operations.

Knowledge, Skills & Requirements:

·         1-3 years experience as an acquisitions assistant/purchasing assistant/or equivalent; buying experience in a aerospace/defense manufacturing environment is a plus
·         A two year Associates degree is preferred and/or equivalent knowledge, skills, and years of experience
·         Knowledge of basic accounting and state sales tax regulations is a plus.
·         Good communication skills and attention to detail are required to communicate requirements to vendors.
·         Proficient in MS Office Suite:  Excel, Word, and Power Point; Experience with Deltek/Costpoint a plus.

We offer an attractive and comprehensive benefits program to full-time employees including:
Competitive Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Options; Short & Long Term Disability; Long Term Care; 401(k); Incentive Programs; Flex-spending Accounts; Computer Loans; Paid Time-off for Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days and Tuition Reimbursement.
To apply please send resume to Charlie.young@cobham.com

Cobham Composite Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.   


Cobham Composite Products
6900 Harbour View Blvd.
Suffolk, VA 23534

T: +1 757-673-0234
F: +1 757-392-2798