APICS Northern Colorado provides exceptional educational and networking opportunities for Supply Chain Management professionals in Northern Colorado, Wyoming, and Western Nebraska.

A 4 hour review session for the Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA) program will be held in Fort Collins on the CSU campus. Participants will then have 2 hours to take the CSCA exam.

The CSCA is a program of the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA) and has 6 areas of focus:

1. Demand Management
2. Planning Techniques
3. Supply Management
4. Manufacturing
5. Logistics
6. Quality Systems

All areas will be covered during the review.

You are invited to participate in a no-charge webinar on how the Certified Lean Master program can help you craft a lean supply chain for your organization.

Webinar Options

September 19, 2008 – 10:00 to 11:00 AM MDT
October 3, 2008 – 1:00 to 2:00 PM MDT
October 17, 2008 – 10:00 to 11:00 AM MDT
October 31, 2008 – 1:00 to 2:00 PM MDT

A 11 week exam preparation course for the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) program will be held in Longmont. The course will run from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM every Tuesday. The CSCP program has 4 modules:

1. Supply Chain Management Fundamentals
2. Building Competitive Operations, Planning, and Logistics
3. Managing Customer and Supplier Relationships
4. Using Information Technology to enable Supply Chain Management

All modules will be covered in this comprehensive review course.

A multi-session program for the Certified Lean Master program will be held at the Vista Ridge Golf Club in Erie. This program involves a complete package of education and coaching on the implementation of lean supply chains. You will work to improve one value stream at your organization as part of the program; the result will be quantifiable improvements for your organization and personal recognition as a Certified Lean Master.

The program has three educational sessions of three days each with a four week break between sessions so you can apply the knowledge to your lean initiative and begin seeing immediate results. The sessions are:

• October 8, 9, and 10: Crafting a lean initiative and value stream mapping
• November 12, 13, and 14: Creating flow and leveraging pull
• December 17, 18, and 19: Lean supply chains and the CLM exam
• All days will run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

A 7 week course for the Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA) program will be held in Fort Collins. The CSCA is a program of the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA) and has 6 areas of focus:

1. Demand Management
2. Planning Techniques
3. Supply Management
4. Manufacturing
5. Logistics
6. Quality Systems

All areas will be covered in this comprehensive review course and the certification exam will be given on the last night of the course. The course will run from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

A 7 week course for the Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA) program will be held in Boulder. The CSCA is a program of the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA) and has 6 areas of focus:

1. Demand Management
2. Planning Techniques
3. Supply Management
4. Manufacturing
5. Logistics
6. Quality Systems

All areas will be covered in this comprehensive review course and the certification exam will be given on the last night of the course. The course will run from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

A multi-session program for the Certified Lean Master program will begin on 12/3/08. This program involves a complete package of education and coaching on the implementation of lean supply chains. You will work to improve one value stream at your organization as part of the program; the result will be quantifiable improvements for your organization and personal recognition as a Certified Lean Master.

The program has three educational sessions of three days each with a four week break between sessions so you can apply the knowledge to your lean initiative and begin seeing immediate results. The sessions are:

• December 3, 4, and 5: Crafting a lean initiative and value stream mapping
• January 7, 8, and 9: Creating flow and leveraging pull
• February 11, 12, and 13: Lean supply chains and the CLM exam
• All days will run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Hello Company Coordinators!

The APICS Northern Colorado 4th Annual Company Coordinator Event will be held on Tuesday, October 14th, at 5:30pm at Vista Ridge, one of the front range's Premier Golf Courses  (http://www.vistaridgegolfclub.com/). 

APICS Northern Colorado is one of the leading, high performing chapters in the country.  All of APICS NoCo's successes could not have been achieved without your help and dedication.  To thank you, update you on recent achievements and let you know all that APICS has to offer you, please join us for dinner on us!  We'll serve complimentary cocktails and appetizers as well as a top of the line meal suitable for vegetarians and non-vegetarians.

This year\'s event will focus on networking and a few brief guest speakers giving examples of how APICS has helped them succeed.

Please RSVP by October 1st by registering online or by sending an email to VPpdms@apicsnoco.org to reserve your seat now!  We highly encourage you to bring your manager or decision maker, so please pass this on to them.

Thank you and we look forward to seeing you there!

Sincerely,

Your APICS NoCo Team

Vestas is hiring the following strategic purchasers and customs clearance person immediately.  

• Strategic Buyer, Transportation & Logistics  (Brighton, CO): Individual will negotiate all the incoming transportation contracts with freight haulers/railroads.
• Strategic Buyers, Indirect Purchases:  Responsible for negotiating all the Nacelle factory indirect purchases.
• Strategic Buyer, Capex: Responsible for purchasing equipment, machinery and any other good that will be capitalized.
• Customs Clearance Specialist:  Responsible for the administration of requests and documents production for clearing all customs of incoming product and equipment.

These jobs pay in the $50K-$70K range with 4 weeks of vacation per year.  We pay 100% of medical, prescription, dental, vision premiums for employee and family.  We also pay 100% of premium for life, STD and LTD. 

In addition, the following positions will be filled in Q1 of 2009. Interviews are expected to begin for these positions in November.

• Quality Manager
• Lean Black Belt
• Six Sigma Black Belt
• Production Manager
• Logistics Manager
• Asst. Controller
• Finance Manager

Interested parties can respond by sending an email to Gary Held at gahel@vestas.com.

We are pleased to recognize the members or friends of our chapter that have passed the Certified Lean Master (CLM) exam in 2008.

Ashley Sacks	Lexmark
Henry Soo	ISCEA – Hong Kong
James Brethauer	Strion Air
Jennifer Mahoney	Spectra Logic
John Conner	Strion Air
Laura Fuqua	B/E Aerospace
Owen Jones	Lifeway
Philip Miyako	Lexmark
Ramona Streetman	PTA Corp
Ross Roecker	PTA Corp
Scott Denning	Strion Air
Scott Mosier	Lexmark
Tom Burns	Strion Air

To learn more about the CLM program or any of the other professional certifications you can earn through our chapter, contact VSM.CLM@apicsnoco.org.

We are pleased to recognize the members or friends of our chapter that have passed the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) exam in 2008.

Aditya Narula	Amgen
Debra Long	Amgen
Glenn Steiner	WhiteWave
Phil Murphy	Micro Motion
Scott Denning	Strion Air
Steve Young	BI Inc.
Thomas Wight	Wild Oats

To learn more about the CSCP program or any of the other professional certifications you can earn through our chapter, contact VSM.CSCP@apicsnoco.org.

We are pleased to recognize the members or friends of our chapter have passed the Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA) exam in 2008.

Aaron Mann	CSU Student
Adam Davies	CSU Student
Brandon Trekell	CSU Student
Daniel Parberry	CSU Student
David Harrell	Micro Motion
Donald Gury	CSU Student
Emily Patton	CSU Student
Grant Guy	CSU Student
Hanson Unruh	CSU Student
James Kitto	Gambro
Joel Maxfield	CSU Student
Jordon Gaspard	CSU Student
Kimberly Forgy	IBM
Michael Rossi	CSU Student
Neil Johnson	CSU Student
Nicole Lenhard	CSU Student
Patrick Lien	Accounting Systems Inc.
Paul Morrish	CSU Student
Rachel Phillips	CSU Student
Robert Aldridge	CSU Housing Operations
Robert Brown	CSU Housing Operations
Ryan Friederich	CSU Student
Timoth Duncan	Micro Motion
Westin Deats	CSU Student

To learn more about the CSCA program or any of the other professional certifications you can earn through our chaper, contact VSM.CSCA@apicsnoco.org.

A multi-session program for the Certified Lean Master program will start on February 4, 2009. This program involves a complete package of education and coaching on the implementation of lean supply chains. You will work to improve one value stream at your organization as part of the program; the result will be quantifiable improvements for your organization and personal recognition as a Certified Lean Master.

The program has three educational sessions of three days each with a four week break between sessions so you can apply the knowledge to your lean initiative and begin seeing immediate results. The sessions are:

• February 4, 5, and 6: Crafting a lean initiative and value stream mapping
• March 11, 12, and 13: Creating flow and leveraging pull
• April 15, 16, and 17: Lean supply chains and the CLM exam
• All days will run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

APICS Northern Colorado has an opening for a Value Stream Manager - CSCP. APICS Northern Colorado is a progressive and active chapter with aggressive growth plans. We need a volunteer to focus on the CSCP program as one of our key value streams.

This position requires a self starter who can work well within the leadership team to meet chapter objectives as defined in the annual plan. Responsibilities will include course scheduling, instructor assignments, coordination of materials, tracking performance, and implementation of improvements to the value stream.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

Do you seek a new environment that provides freedom from routine and encourages problem solving from a big picture potential? Have you been looking for the opportunity to help build a business where accomplishments and results are respected? Are you action oriented? Do you like striving for accurate results by following systems and procedures?

If so, you may be perfect for Molecular Product’s new SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER position based in Lafayette, Colorado.

Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

We have an immediate need for an experienced Supplier Quality Assurance professional. This is a ground floor career opportunity to take ownership of this area of responsibility and grow with the company.

The ideal candidate would have solid experience in supplier and contract manufacturer quality assurance program implementation and management, specific experience with suppliers/manufacturers in Asia and Mexico and other international locations, and the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast paced, evolving new business environment with tight deadlines and aggressive growth.

Spectra Logic Corporation is a storage industry leader, providing innovative data storage solutions for over 25 years. We design and manufacture robotic libraries utilizing tape and disk technology to meet the backup needs of our diverse customer base. We offer a casual work environment with ample opportunity to learn and grow within the company, which is located in beautiful Boulder, CO.

The Master Scheduler is responsible for managing demands/forecasts and providing a Master Production Plan that optimizes customer service, inventory management and capacity utilization. Decisions made at this level have an impact on all levels of the supply chain and this individual must possess a solid business operations background and analytical skills as well as an ability to communicate with all levels of management and across a variety of functional areas. This position reports to the Materials Manager.

Do you have product management experience in the storage industry? Do you like the responsibility of product management and the excitement of working with global customers and sales force? Are you looking for a local, mid-sized, innovative company that moves quickly?

If this sounds like you, check out Spectra Logic’s Product Manager Position. You will be responsible for maximizing business results for new and existing data protection solutions. Must possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy, big picture vision, and drive to make that vision a reality. You have the ability to understand customer problems and enjoy positioning innovative solutions in the broader market. Internally, you will be the customer advocate to lead all areas of our company to increase the value we provide. Externally, you will be the product evangelist working directly with sales, channels, industry analysts and customers.

Job Title: Global Logistics Manager
Location: Boulder, CO
Company: Micro Motion, Inc. / Emerson Process Management
Department: Strategic Sourcing
Employment Type: Full-Time (Exempt)

Micro Motion, Inc. is a division of Emerson Process Management, the largest process instrumentation supplier in the world. We offer an extensive line of Coriolis and density products including sensors for measuring hazardous and corrosive materials, high-temperature fluids and sanitary products. Micro Motion transmitters feature our latest with MVD™ Technology.

Micro Motion, with its 170,000 square foot headquarters in Boulder, CO, is an international company with manufacturing facilities in Colorado, The Netherlands, Mexico, and China. Our computer controlled flow lab, sophisticated X-ray facility, modern R&D labs, and efficient production lines demonstrate our continuing dedication to Coriolis technology, and to making the highest quality products.

Job Summary

Under minimal direction, lead, develop, and implement logistics initiatives to support Micro Motion, Inc., global needs. Understand and continuously improve our logistics cost structure. Monitor worldwide logistics activities and optimize the service received by all world areas.