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Job Title: Supply Chain AnalystCompany: House of ForgingsLocation: Houston, TexasJob Type: Full-timeEEO Class: ProfessionalsVETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLYHouse of Forgings and its subsidiaries are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Supply Chain Analyst to oversee all activities involved in the identification, acquisition, production, and distribution of the company’s goods. Responsibilities:
- Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain.
- Establishes performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting the supply chain.
- Develops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies located in the company, at sites, and in the warehouse.
- Maintains required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production.
- Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to increase efficiency of supply chain and profitability for the company.
- Develops policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes.
- Identifies optimal shipment and transportation routes with attention to consolidation of warehousing and distribution.
- Negotiates prices for material and delivery with suppliers, vendors, and/or shipping companies.
- Participates as an advisory member of the product development team, providing information and guidance on availability and cost of supplies and materials.
- Acts as part of the team coordinating engineering changes, product line extension, or new product launches to ensure timely and orderly material and production flow transitions.
- Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Thorough understanding of company products and logistics.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- May be asked to travel to visit vendors or different company locations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, life and vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and Match
- Paid Time Off
- Specified Holiday Pay
Disclaimer:This job description is a general outline of the day-to-day duties to be expected and may not cover all job responsibilities that may be assigned by management.
