Logistics Analyst

General Dynamics Electric Boat•Mobile, AL

30d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the Focus Factory Outfitting Site in Mobile, AL. Logistics Analyst - Alabama The Strategic Sourcing Program is hiring a Logistics Analyst to support Columbia deck outfitting efforts in Mobile, Alabama. The outfitting will be conducted in a Focus Factory environment and include post paint installation of Piping, Electrical, Structural, Sheetmetal, Mechanical and more. The Focus Factory environment consists of supplier personnel being utilized as embedded EB contractors, provided contractor badges, necessary trade training and access to portions of the business system. The Focus Factory “builds to EB paper” and requires strict adherence to the EB policies, procedures, processes and work packages. The selected candidate will be responsible for interacting with all levels of supplier and EB management. The candidate selected must be highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills. The candidate must be task oriented, able to prioritize workload and be responsible for knowledge transfer. In addition, the individual must have effective problem solving and critical thinking skills and must be able to cultivate and promote a positive TEAM environment. The successful candidate must be a decision maker, able to work with minimal direction, and make timely and accurate decisions. The Logistics Analyst is expected to support the department’s strategic vision, management of priorities and resolve customer questions and problems. The Logistics Analyst is part of a team that is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, weld wire control, calibrated tooling, specific trade tooling and trade material. Logistics Analysts must be well versed in operations management and will work in the tool room / wire room. Material control and management will be part of the job duties. The Logistics Analyst will aid in evaluating current processes and take action to support process improvement initiatives to support the Austal Focus Factory team. The successful candidate will be expected to have knowledge of and maintain full compliance with the attributes of Safety, Quality, Cost, Schedule and Continuous Improvements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Must have 1+ years of related experience in any of the following: tool crib, wire room, planning, warehouse or operations
Must be available to work all shifts
Must be able to travel, as required. This position will require business and EWA travel as necessary to support the Program efforts at other vendor locations
Possess excellent time management skills
Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills
Safety
Quality
Building Trust
Communication
Approachability
Interpersonal Skills
Listening
Managing Priorities
Accountability
Decisiveness
Problem Solving/Analysis
Heavy Lifting
Light Lifting
Medium Lifting

Nice To Haves

Apprentice Programs or Associates degree
Bachelor’s degree in business or operations management
Past experience working in an EB and/or Naval Shipyard environment
Past experience in planning, operations, or tool rooms
Computer skills including advanced Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project
Strong project management and prioritizing skills
EB Material background/Experience
Military/Navy experience

Responsibilities

Must possess an energetic and positive attitude and be willing to change and develop as the requirements of assigned tasks dictate
Able to receive raw Materials and Products. Responsible for validation of material types, markings, segregation and quantities utilizing receiving reports, material move tags, packing slips, packing lists and shipping documents
Supports outfitting operations; specifically the issuance and control of weld wire, tooling, consumables, and trade material
Able to issue Material/Product to supervision or management. Must be able to locate material according to location, nomenclature, size, shape, weight or stock number
Keen understanding of logistics management, data management, project reporting, material availability analysis, and metrics reporting
Track material transfers and in transit within EB depts, expediting as necessary to support the required need date
Weld wire management, issue/return and scrap process. Utilize ATICTS and AWPSS for proper weld wire issue and return. Additional training will be provided to ensure full compliance of EB processes and procedures
Must be able to operate basic hand tools. IE banding tools, shears, etc.
Computer skills required.
Coordinate with Operations, Production, Planning, Material Warehouses, Shipping/Receiving organizations
Must have strong commitment toward safety and must be able to handle/lift heavy items within safety guidelines
Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals
Position will be permanently located in Alabama supporting Focus Factory (work to EB paper) programs at EB supplier facilities
Ensure EB team promotes and adheres to the importance of a strong security posture with embedded supplier personnel. Must diligently manage any sensitive/controlled data
Gain the trust and collaboration of the supplier management and embedded personnel
Employee may be required to work other than normal hours, to include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Shift work and emergence overtime may be required
Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with subordinates, supervisors, suppliers and EB leadership