Analyst, Spply Chn Plnng I chez Progress Rail
Progress Rail · Winston Salem, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Professional
- Bureau à Winston Salem
Job Purpose
Plan material for a specific Progress Rail location to ensure parts are on the production line when they are required while managing inventory levels.
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.
Education / Training
College or university degree related to Supply Chain, or equivalent experience, is required.
Job Title
Analyst, Supply Chain Planning
City
Winston Salem
Key Job Elements
Minimum duties and responsibilities
• Responsible for achieving corporate supply chain performance targets focused on inventory reduction, increased inventory turns and improved order-to-delivery results.
• Ensure clean signal to supplier on part requirements (qty, date, priority within facility)
• Determine appropriate stocking strategies for each part (Plan for Every Pary - PFEP)
• Work PO Exception Messages in a timely fashion to ensure material is delivered to our requirements.
• Work directly with Supply base on follow up and expediting. Host supplier schedule reviews, as required.
• Analyze value stream supply chain constraints and deploy corrective action.
• Minimal Travel Required (5% - 15%)
• Responsible for achieving corporate supply chain performance targets focused on inventory reduction, increased inventory turns and improved order-to-delivery results.
• Ensure clean signal to supplier on part requirements (qty, date, priority within facility)
• Determine appropriate stocking strategies for each part (Plan for Every Pary - PFEP)
• Work PO Exception Messages in a timely fashion to ensure material is delivered to our requirements.
• Work directly with Supply base on follow up and expediting. Host supplier schedule reviews, as required.
• Analyze value stream supply chain constraints and deploy corrective action.
• Minimal Travel Required (5% - 15%)
Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum of three years of demonstrated experience in Materials Planning & Inventory Control.
• Demonstrated knowledge of standard supply chain systems.
• Strong collaborative, interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work across functions to perform work deploying supply chain improvements.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Strong team player in order to be effective in deploying supply chain improvements as part of a team.
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing and operations standard processes and basic product knowledge.
• Ability to analyze business conditions and situations during deployment needed to minimize disruption to daily requirements.
Preferred Skills
• 6 Sigma project experience desired.
• APICS CPIM or CSPC National Certification desired
• SAP and BAAN LN
Essential and Physical Activities:
• Strength – Must be able to lift 35 lbs;
• Motion – The position spends the majority of time in an office setting, at desk utilizing office equipment;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – May spend long periods of time in front of computer screen. Must be capable of using a variety of communication devices;
• Work Environment – Work in temperature-controlled environment in most situations. Must be capable of wearing PPE (safety glasses, hardhats, metatarsal boots, earplugs, gloves, etc.) No jewelry (on shop);
• Emotional Demands – Must have good communications skills and attention to details;
• Safety – Position is not safety sensitive buy will require use of appropriate PPE when in plant and production environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of standard supply chain systems.
• Strong collaborative, interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work across functions to perform work deploying supply chain improvements.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Strong team player in order to be effective in deploying supply chain improvements as part of a team.
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing and operations standard processes and basic product knowledge.
• Ability to analyze business conditions and situations during deployment needed to minimize disruption to daily requirements.
Preferred Skills
• 6 Sigma project experience desired.
• APICS CPIM or CSPC National Certification desired
• SAP and BAAN LN
Essential and Physical Activities:
• Strength – Must be able to lift 35 lbs;
• Motion – The position spends the majority of time in an office setting, at desk utilizing office equipment;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – May spend long periods of time in front of computer screen. Must be capable of using a variety of communication devices;
• Work Environment – Work in temperature-controlled environment in most situations. Must be capable of wearing PPE (safety glasses, hardhats, metatarsal boots, earplugs, gloves, etc.) No jewelry (on shop);
• Emotional Demands – Must have good communications skills and attention to details;
• Safety – Position is not safety sensitive buy will require use of appropriate PPE when in plant and production environments.
EEO
Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**
*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
- Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
- Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.
Job Category
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing
State:
North Carolina
