Supply Chain Analyst

Kirby Corp. • Houston, TX

47d

About The Position

Perform spend analysis, drive sourcing strategy initiatives, build/ track supply chain KPIs and manage P2P system as Subject Matter Expert to drive continuous improvement for more efficient and cost-effective supply chain.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills.
• Good computer skills and experience with MS Office applications (especially MS Excel), ERP system (Oracle preferred), P2P system (iProcurement preferred), Business Object Explorer and Power BI.
• Strong oral and written communication skills: ability to synthesize information and succinctly communicate key findings and recommendations.
• Ability to interact with all departments within the company to produce results, including frontline personnel and senior management.
• Self-starter with ability to drive independent problem solving.
• Ability to work under pressure and in unstructured or ambiguous situations.
• Ability to work in teams.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or related degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain, with an emphasis on analytics.

Responsibilities

• Strong knowledge of Power BI and BOE reporting tools to compile or prepare reports, graphs and charts of synthesized data.
• Analyze company spend, developing recommended category structures, processes, and supplier metrics; develop sourcing strategies for strategic spend categories.
• Develop models to prepare business forecasts and performs trend analyses relative to the supply base Manage and provide employee support and troubleshooting for travel management systems (TMC) and online booking tools (OBT).
• Negotiate contracts and secure competitive rates with travel vendors, including agencies, airlines, hotels, and car rental companies.
• Work closely with business units to identify cost saving opportunities, develop and execute analysis, develop initiatives to reduce total cost of ownership, and lead implementation of the program and system.
• Special projects as identified.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Water Transportation
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees