Supply Chain Analyst

Penske•Dearborn, MI

About The Position

This position coordinates department processes and functions and provides management with visibility through tracking, process oversight, auditing, research, and troubleshooting operational issues. The role supports supply-chain operations, analytics, customer and supplier relations, and process improvement. It works Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and may require travel and additional hours as needed to accomplish job duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Fundamental understanding of transportation, supply chain, and logistics.
Ability to learn and operate inventory and transportation management systems and related applications.
Ability to follow processes and procedures.
Data-analysis skills.
Strong problem-solving and time-management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and multitask.
Advanced computer skills, including Excel and Outlook.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the hours necessary to accomplish job duties, and work at the specific location required.
Must complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
One year of inventory, auditing, or transportation experience preferred.
Experience analyzing large sets of data preferred.

Responsibilities

Weigh or count items for distribution within the plant, as applicable, to ensure compliance with company standards.
Perform daily parts-control activities, including track and trace, production-schedule analysis, and exception management; follow up on parts to support optimal material flow.
Assist with developing and presenting customer analytics, identifying key trends, and proposing solutions in internal and external meetings.
Assist with continuous-improvement and cost-savings initiatives.
Work with customers to resolve stock shortages, meet deadlines, and answer questions; identify ways to improve customer inventory and material-flow processes.
Communicate critical issues accurately and promptly to the manager and customer.
Examine existing processes and implement or recommend improvements to reduce waste.
Follow processes established by Engineering and assist with implementing process and transportation design changes.
Work with suppliers to correct part or shipment issues and track shipments to ensure deadlines are met.
Work with carriers to resolve issues in transit or at customer facilities.
Complete other projects as assigned by the Manager.