Sr. Analyst, Materials Management

Cardinal Health•Jacksonville, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Materials Management at Cardinal Health Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment, encompassing warehousing, fulfillment, transportation, inventory management, and demand, supply, and manufacturing planning. This role focuses on managing material inventory levels to ensure raw material components and manufactured products are available to meet plant and customer requirements, while minimizing obsolescence and overstock. The Senior Analyst, Materials Management, is crucial for optimizing material flow, ensuring inventory accuracy, and supporting efficient production operations, all while adhering to quality and safety standards. This position demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, strong analytical skills, and effective cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

2-4 years of experience
Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks
Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve
Applies judgment within defined parameters
Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects
Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy
Proactive approach to problem-solving
Strong analytical skills
Effective cross-functional collaboration

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

Develop and execute raw material procurement strategies, optimizing cost efficiency, inventory levels, and continuity of supply
Utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., AS400, PRMS) for efficient and effective raw material purchasing, including issuing forecasts to suppliers and managing Kanban programs
Proactively identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks, collaborating closely with Sourcing, Production Planning, Operations, Research & Development (R&D), Quality, and Operational Excellence (OPEX) teams
Participate in strategic projects and initiatives focused on supply chain improvements and cost reductions
Procure necessary goods and services by identifying needs, researching products, evaluating vendors, and negotiating prices and terms
Manage and control inventory costs, striving to achieve and exceed backorder and product availability goals
Oversee and optimize on-hand inventory operations, including monitoring stock levels, initiating reorders, and performing physical inventories to ensure accuracy
Lead efforts to resolve inventory discrepancies, including assisting Cycle Counters and Process Engineers in troubleshooting Material Usage Variance (MUV) and cycle count losses or gains
Ensure high count accuracy for silo materials and other inventory parts through systematic verification processes, which include Interpreting automated sensor readings (e.g., Binmaster), understanding their inherent limitations, and performing consistent manual checks (e.g., laser scanner and visual check)
Reconciling automated and manual readings, investigating significant variances (e.g., greater than +/- 5% of total material) by analyzing production data (PRMS, Vorne), material characteristics (e.g., bulk density, compaction), and sensor performance
Documenting investigation findings and providing data-driven explanations for material swings
Implementing and maintaining transactional discipline, clear material identification, and proper segregation of non-conforming or contaminated materials
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of Bill of Material (BOM) information, Router, and Item Master data within ERP systems (e.g., BPCS, PRMS), collaborating with Agile and Process Engineers
Maintain accurate raw material pricing within ERP systems
Generate and analyze reports for manufacturing, vendors, and special projects, providing actionable insights for decision-making
Ensure appropriate invoicing and payables transactions with suppliers
Ensure proper maintenance of ERP system procurement parameters
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop achievable master production schedules that meet net requirements and support efficient production
Coordinate raw material and product changes to minimize inventory obsolescence and meet business objectives
Communicate clearly and effectively with Corporate Planners and Logistics on escalated issues and critical supply chain matters
Address and resolve complaints and issues related to vendors, shipments, invoices, and product discrepancies
Liaise with Maintenance planners to provide updates on parts on order, ensuring timely delivery to appropriate departments
Ensure strict adherence to all safety precautions, regulations, and current plant policies and procedures, actively reporting any safety hazards or potential unsafe working conditions
Oversee and ensure compliance with established procedures for the receipt of incoming materials, including checking freight bills, handling discrepancies (quantity, damage, contamination), notifying purchasing of refusals, inspecting containers, and ensuring proper PRMS/Receiving Memo processing and Quality Assurance (QA) disposition
Monitor and ensure compliance with raw material inspection procedures, including sampling, acceptance guidelines, disposition, and comprehensive documentation (Raw Material History Records - RMHRs)
Ensure the accurate identification and traceability of resins and color concentrates throughout storage, use, and reuse, in accordance with established protocols (e.g., logbooks, source tags, material placards)
Contribute to the continuous improvement of materials management processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency, accuracy, and compliance enhancements
Retain and maintain a valid Cardinal Health approved forklift license
Perform frequent climbing to high locations as required for the verification of silo quantities