Production Procurement Analyst I

Milwaukee Tool•Menomonee Falls, WI

29d

About The Position

INNOVATE without boundaries! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success. Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen. The Analyst I is an experienced supply chain professional that is responsible for managing the production materials and driving improvements in planning and operational processes; analyze forecasts and inventory changes; provide accurate and timely information to ensure customer requirements are met and production resources are properly optimized. The individual will provide input in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products including product life-cycle changes, and product end-of-life. The role leads the planning of production, materials, inventory, and other production drivers with the goal of meeting customer expectations of on-time delivery. This role is a key interface with operations, engineering, supply/demand, and sourcing to effectively and efficiently manage the shop floor, including coordinating and improving scheduling at the machine/process level. Further, the role through process knowledge and data-driven analysis will be a key contributor to production process and production flow enhancements to drive continuous improvement for the delivery metrics. They will provide leadership over straightforward to moderate projects and participate in Lean objectives and initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Operations Management and/or minimum of 2 years of experience in production planning, scheduling or inventory control, can be a combination of internships and/or professional level or equivalent combinations of education & experience
Experience in Schedule Analysis/Material Availability Analysis
Ability to use, navigate, and optimize an ERP system to plan production and purchases
Ability to interact and influence all levels of the organization
Must demonstrate initiative, problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills required
Ability to multi-task in a busy, deadline-oriented environment
Proficient use of MS Office software (especially Excel)
Strong oral, written communication, and organizational skills
Excellent attention to detail

Nice To Haves

APICS Certification (CPIM, CSCP)
Six Sigma/Lean Training
Microsoft Dynamics ERP experience

Responsibilities

Oversee and provide procurement of materials and planning for a Milwaukee Tool US production facility
Analyze trends, develop reports, facilitate communication and provide feedback on production and supplier performance
Work with production teams, suppliers and supply/demand to develop Recovery Plans as necessary
Perform Risk Analysis and Risk Planning on procured materials as required
Advises management of risks that may affect schedules or expected deliveries
Uses Systems to plan purchase orders, safety stock requirements, and maintain desired inventory levels
Monitor slow moving inventory and obsolescence and drive improvements to achieve inventory goals and reduce obsolescence
Balance current and future customer demand requirements with manufacturing and supplier capabilities
Recommend adjustments to planning strategies and inventory stocking levels
Serve as materials expert
Create monthly S&OP reports on key utilization and performance
Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the Master Production Schedule and report performance internally for all products
Assist material availability, capacity, and production priorities
Scenario planning anticipating changes in the business and aligning groups
Influences others; persuasively presents thoughts and ideas; inspires commitment and ensure support for ideas. Maintains a positive, supportive, and appreciative attitude.
Super User and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for ERP System and Materials Processes and Procedures
Personal development to include continuously updating skills related to inventory control best practices
Ability to travel 10% of time
Other duties/continuous improvement projects as assigned