Materials Analyst

DRiV•Skokie, IL

2d•$49,200 - $97,600

About The Position

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way. DRiV is the aftermarket business group of Tenneco - DRiV website

Requirements

SAP experience in Production Planning & Materials Management Modules
Experience in production planning (Automotive manufacturing preferred)
Strong computer, analytical, problem solving, and communications skills
Demonstrated competency in the MS Office Suite of products, especially Excel
Must be well-organized, and have good oral and written communications skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) or equivalent in Supply Chain Management or Business Management; or BS/BA Degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3 to 5 years of applicable production planning experience (SAP preferred)
APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) CPIM certification desirable
Applied lean manufacturing techniques including value stream mapping, leveling demand, Kanban calculations and techniques
Training in Problem Solving Methods

Responsibilities

Manage customer demand, review, analyze & track variation and take action to address issues
Alters schedules if changes in customer demand so dictates
Create detailed weekly / daily production schedules
Ensure schedules are distributed in a timely manner to the production floor
Communicate and address scheduling issues due to resource/material constraints
Escalate critical material issues to supervisor
Establish and maintain ERP planning and inventory control parameters
Support compliance of ERP system adherence, system accuracy and integrity
Report, monitor and control department KPI’s, i.e. production schedule attainment, root cause analysis and follow up to action plans to contribute to the overall manufacturing objectives, company goals and customer satisfaction
Participate in projects that drive continuous improvement
Support material flow by assisting with PFEP, supermarket and delivery route development
Support new customer part number set up
Align with engineering changes, product balance outs and new product launches
Align with Quality as required in resolving the disposition of non-conforming materials
Conform to company policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and cost-efficient environment
Be familiar with and ethically operate in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and governmental procedures relative to reporting activities