Project Analyst I (Supply Chain Analyst)

Kansas City National Security Campus•Kansas City, MO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Analyst manages a wide variety of activities in support of project or program planning, execution, and sustainability maintenance. Platforms detailed analysis and interpretation of data from various business systems or external data sources. Assists in project planning, scheduling, monitoring, reporting activities, and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or 2+ years of experience in a directly related field in lieu of Bachelor’s degree
Ability to travel up to 10 % of the time
Ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management and is determined by the needs of the business
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job
United States Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations)
Foundational supply chain knowledge (materials planning, inventory, production flow, or operations).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify potential issues.
Attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing planning messages, inventory information, and daily reports.
Clear, professional communication and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.
Dependable time-management and follow-through, completing recurring tasks and meeting deadlines with consistency.
Knowledge of planning systems and processes, including ERP, SIOP, Kanban, and scheduling fundamentals.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) to support reporting, communication, and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word)
Ability to identify and make recommendations for resolution of project related problems utilizing analytical skills.
Demonstrated oral and written communications skills; ability to effectively interface and build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
Demonstrated skills in organization and problem solving.
Detail oriented; possess professional presence, maturity, and judgement.

Responsibilities

Utilizes discretion and analysis in developing, maintaining, and facilitating project plans for a department, function, or business group.
Acts as FM&T point-of-contact for internal and external customer projects, as assigned.
Reports status, and assists in developing, implementing, and/or negotiating changes to project plans with internal and external customers to assure schedules are met.
Constructively contributes to developing, implementing, maintaining, and/or assisting the negotiation of changes to project plans with internal and external customers.
Escalates issues and contributes to the development and presentation of appropriate action plans.
Assists in the development of innovations in departmental systems and functions; identifies and contributes to implementation of continuous improvement actions.
Conducts standardized and supports special studies which involve compiling data, analyzing results, preparing, and maintaining documentation, and proposing and implementing recommendations.
May compile, coordinate, monitor, and maintain financial and budgeting reports.