Materials Analyst

Tenneco•El Paso, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Raw Materials Procurement Specialist is responsible for end-to-end raw material procurement execution, inventory control, and data-driven analysis that supports service, cash flow, and inventory reduction objectives. This role manages supplier releases, purchase orders, follow-up delivery, and system planning parameters while also driving inventory reduction actions through reporting, root cause analysis, visual management, and cross-functional reviews. The position requires strong ERP/MRP capability, analytical rigor, and the ability to convert data into clear actions, graphs, and PowerPoint presentations for decision-making across supply chain, operations, finance, quality, and leadership.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in raw material procurement, materials planning, purchasing, or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment
Experience managing supplier schedules, purchase orders, expedites, and material shortages
Experience supporting inventory control, inventory reduction, and planning parameter maintenance
Experience using ERP/MRP systems, preferably SAP
Strong understanding of raw material procurement, inventory control, forecasting, and planning processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
Advanced Excel capability and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint
Ability to create clear graphs, dashboards, and visual presentations from operational data
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; SAP experience strongly preferred
Understanding of JIT, Kanban, planning parameters, and inventory management principles
Knowledge of supplier quality processes and PPAP requirements preferred
Basic understanding of EDI systems preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills
Project management and budgeting expertise
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
Ability to analyze data and generate actionable insights
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively across functions and at all organizational levels
Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and organizational skills
Adhere to the policy and practice of refusing to tolerate or allow behavior defined by Tenneco as unsafe.
Comply with Environmental Health & Safety Rules and Regulations. Understand and adhere to the EHS Cardinal Rules. Must be able to understand what hazards are associated with their position and how to minimize them.
All accidents/injuries/near misses no matter how slight must be reported to any member of management, and/or Environmental Health & Safety Manager who will follow escalation process.
Align with Tenneco Values: Radical Candor, Organizational Velocity, Simplification, Tenacious Execution, Win
Each employee has the authority to initiate action to prevent a violation of the Code of Conduct.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Tenneco’s policies, procedures, and practices.
Adheres and is compliant with the policies and procedures for IATF16949/AS9100 and other quality standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience preparing data analysis, graphs, KPI summaries, and PowerPoint presentations for business reviews preferred
Automotive or other high-volume manufacturing experience preferred
APICS certification is a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Willingness to travel as needed to support the position

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end raw material procurement activities to support production requirements, inventory targets, and customer delivery performance
Create, maintain, and execute blanket orders, purchase orders, spot buys, and supplier releases as required
Monitor open purchase orders, track past-due lines, and expedite critical materials to prevent production disruption
Partner with suppliers to improve on-time delivery, communication, responsiveness, and recovery plans for shortages or schedule changes
Coordinate with logistics on transportation mode, shipment priorities, premium freight risks, and air shipment documentation including ATNs as required
Support suppliers return activity in partnership with Quality and help drive timely disposition of rejected or nonconforming material
Communicate routinely with internal and external sites to resolve raw material supply issues and support continuity of supply
Lead and support inventory reduction actions for raw materials by identifying excess, obsolete, slow-moving, and past-due inventory drivers
Analyze inventory trends, usage patterns, safety stock settings, reorder points, lead times, MOQ impacts, and forecast changes to recommend corrective actions
Maintain and improve item master data, including planning parameters, safety stock, reorder points, lead times, and item classification
Review inventory health on a regular cadence and escalate risks or opportunities related to overstock, shortages, and planning accuracy
Partner with planning, operations, engineering, and finance to prioritize depletion actions, parameter corrections, supplier returns, and disposition decisions
Support third-party raw material receipts, reporting, and inventory reconciliation activities
Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly raw material and inventory performance reports
Use ERP/MRP, Excel, and other available tools to analyze supplier performance, inventory trends, shortages, past dues, forecast changes, and cash impact
Create graphs, dashboards, and visual summaries that highlight inventory performance, risks, and reduction opportunities
Prepare PowerPoint presentations for plant, staff, and leadership reviews with clear recommendations, actions, owners, and follow-up items
Translate data into actionable insights that improve planning discipline, supplier performance, inventory accuracy, and working capital results
Work closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Planning, Operations, Quality, Customer Service, Accounting, and Logistics to align material availability with business priorities
Act as a liaison between planning and execution teams to resolve supply issues and improve response time
Participate in continuous improvement efforts that simplify processes, improve data accuracy, and strengthen procurement and inventory control performance
Support audits, quality requirements, and compliance to company, customer, and industry standards
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager