Supply Chain Associate Jobs in Iowa

Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don’t just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).

Purpose
Providing strategic leadership for EFCO’s Materials Management and is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the organization’s global supply chain, including vendor selection & management, material and accessory procurement, outsourcing, and inventory control, including on time arrival for use to ensure a consistent, cost-effective supply of goods and services. Champion enterprise alignment on best practices in purchasing, inventory optimization, and vendor performance.

This role requires a visionary leader who can align supply chain strategies with company values and strategic objectives while fostering collaboration and innovation across global / cross-functional teams, and is accountable for the end-to-end purchase order process including the integration among internal functions - such as operations, purchasing, and logistics. This leader owns managing the external suppliers, across all categories including raw materials, components, MRO, IT supplies, and finished goods. This will ensure part availability, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with organizational goals to drive continuous improvement in material planning and flow to support operational success and enable LIPCC (Lowest In Place Concrete Cost). Establish key performance benchmarks, lead a small team, and collaborate cross-functionally with operations, logistics, and supplier partners.

EFCO Culture & Safety Statement
Act with Integrity by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for Quality through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace Innovation by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver Super Service by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any / all injuries – no matter how minor – immediately to their supervisor or manager.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Procurement Strategy (35%)
Lead procurement strategy, vendor selection, and supplier relationship management to minimize total landed cost, reduce supply & inventory risk, and strengthen EFCO’s overall chain of supply. Manage a team that consistently strives to improve the supply of materials across all categories. Demonstrate Leadership and Responsibility in developing SOPs, optimizing procurement workflows, and driving supplier performance.

Inventory Management and New Product Readiness (30%)
Coordinate inventory control and logistics planning to ensure efficient customer order fulfillment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare for and execute New Product Launch initiatives. Apply Organization and Judgment to improve visibility and flow of materials across the company.

Process Optimization and Quality Alignment (20%)
Implement continuous improvement initiatives in supplier selection, materials planning and movement. Establish performance metrics, track progress, and adjust processes to ensure internal alignment with product / customer requirements and business goals. Use Technical Skills and Attention to Detail to support LIPCC and enhance supply chain quality.

Enterprise Integration & Team Development (15%)
Foster an environment aligned with EFCO’s core values of Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. Mentor direct reports, promote institutional knowledge retention, and advance a culture of excellence. Apply Leadership and Oral Communication to build trust, transparency, and shared accountability across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Experience: 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing, procurement, and operations.
• Certification(s) and License(s): CPSM or CSCP preferred
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills and alignment with EFCO core values.
• Computer Skills: Strong MRP and plant floor systems experience preferred; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and related PC tools.
• Other Requirements: Excellent judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality. Skilled in negotiating, developing and delivering presentations and training. Ability to travel occasionally / as needed. Purchasing KPI’s: Suppliers managed, Items Managed, Spend Managed, Spend under contract, Payment terms, Savings / Avoidance, Dual Sourcing ; Supplier KPI’s: Defect rate, On Time Shipment, Lead time, Inventory KPI’s: Categories, Value, Turns, Accuracy, Stock outs ; Define & Manage: Reorder points, Min/max levels, Runners / repeaters / strangers; Supply Chain Risk: High spend concentration, single sourced, limited sources, financial stability

Core Competencies

• Development and Follow-Through: Invests in others’ growth and ensures execution of plans and commitments.
• Responsibility: Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.
• Judgment: Makes sound decisions by evaluating facts, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Direction, Planning, Organization: Sets clear objectives, aligns efforts, and manages time and resources to achieve results.
• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Balancing- Maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions- Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Occasionally
• Sitting/Standing- Must be able to sit or stand as required for extended periods of time: Frequently
• Stooping- Bending at the waist: Occasionally
• Lifting motions or lifting objects up to 10 lbs.: Occasionally
• Walking: Frequently
• Climbing- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc.: Occasionally
• Hearing: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time: Frequently
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language: Frequently
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions: Frequently
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language: Frequently
• Capacity to express thoughts orally: Frequently
• Expertise in:
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.

Working Arrangement

• This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Mpoines, IA location.

The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EFCO Culture and Safety
Act with INTEGRITY by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for QUALITY through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace INNOVATION by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver SUPER SERVICE by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any/all injuries – no matter how minor – immediately to their supervisor or manager.

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EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

Quality | Integrity | Innovation | Super Service