Lead Materials Analyst - 90416367 - Philadelphia
About The Position
This role supports a multi-year transformational project at Amtrak as well as normal department operations. Because the position is tied to project work, continuation of employment after the project is completed will depend on business needs at that time. The Lead Materials Analyst leads daily analytical tasks for one or more company facilities, overseeing processes, supply chain reports, and communications. The role optimizes resource usage, including vehicle maintenance, equipment, facilities, and computer systems. It also ensures compliance with company safety policies and promotes site safety through effective communication.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or relevant experience.
- At least 6 years of relevant work experience.
- Proficiency monitoring supply chain processes and reports to ensure efficient control of materials used in maintenance and repair operations.
- Ability to analyze material control reports, identify trends, and make data-driven process improvement recommendations.
- Skill in reviewing and managing inventory levels and collaborating with planning teams to optimize stock levels and minimize shortages or excesses.
- Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, vendors, and other relevant parties.
- Ability to assist with training on material control systems and safety procedures and support supervisory and warehousing activities as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or relevant experience.
- At least 8 years of relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze supply chain reports for materials used in rolling stock repair and maintenance, as well as Maintenance of Way operations.
- Research and analyze material control processes to identify strengths and weaknesses and recommend improvements.
- Review inventory levels and collaborate with planning teams to make necessary adjustments.
- Interface with internal stakeholders, vendors, and other relevant parties.
- Assist with training on SAP IM/eWM and safety/HAZMAT procedures.
- Support management with warehousing activities as required.
- Optimize resource usage, including vehicle maintenance, equipment, facilities, and computer systems.
- Ensure adherence to company safety policies and promote site safety through effective communication.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Wellness programs
- Railroad Retirement Benefits
- Paid caregiving days and backup care
- Health Savings Account
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Fertility and family building benefits
- No-cost Personal Health Advocate
- Student loan assistance
- Adoption and surrogacy assistance
- Medical plan opt-out credit
- Tuition and education reimbursement
- Paid family leave
- Life insurance
- Rail pass privileges
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- No-cost financial advisor sessions
- Commuter and flexible spending accounts
- Potential short-term incentive bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
