Supply Chain Analyst

Penske•Dearborn, MI

About The Position

This position coordinates departmental 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. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Travel may be required as necessary, and the associate must work the hours and at the specific location needed to perform the job.

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 and work the hours necessary to accomplish job duties.
Willingness to 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.
Ability to read, communicate verbally and/or in writing, remember and analyze information, and understand instructions or guidelines.
Ability to stand, walk, and sit; frequently use hands to touch, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift or move up to 25 lbs/12 kg.
Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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, when applicable, to ensure conformance 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, key trends, and solution proposals 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.
Proactively seek opportunities to improve customer inventory and material-flow processes.
Communicate critical issues to the manager and customer accurately and promptly.
Examine current 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.
Track shipments to help ensure shipment deadlines are met.
Work with carriers to resolve issues in transit or at customer facilities.
Complete other projects as assigned by the Manager.