What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Planning Analyst position at Progress Rail Services?

10372BR

PRS Facility Location :

Mayfield, KY Locomotive - 260

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.

Req ID : 10372BR

Company Description :

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Education / Training :

College or university degree related to Supply Chain, or equivalent experience, is required.

Job Title :

Supply Chain Planning Analyst

City : Mayfield

Key Job Elements :

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 to solve common problems;

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 Functions

Strength – Employees may lift up to 10 lbs. during a normal day (ex. Ream of paper);

Motion – Employee will be sitting at a desk for the majority of the day;

Vision / Hearing Requirements – Office workers may spend long period of time in front of computer

screen. Employees may be exposed to loud noises and machinery in the facility;

Work Environment – Employee spend a majority of his / her time indoors;

Emotional Demands – Employee expected to make quick decisions, speak publicly, interpret data, etc.;

Safety – This is not a safety sensitive position but requires adherence to all safety policies / procedures (i.e.

Blue Flag) and use of all required PPE when working in those environments.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of a Supply Chain Planning Analyst.

EEO :

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race / Color / Sex / Religion / National Origin / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Vets / Disabilities

Benefits : 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.

Job Category :

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

State : : Kentucky

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