Career Area:
Purchasing & Procurement
Job Description:
JOB PURPOSE:
The Supply Analyst role is primarily focused on maximizing external supplier performance through understanding our supply network to drive execution of planned and scheduled orders whilst also remaining focused on inventory management to prevent excess material within the network.
JOB RELATED STATISTICS:
Indeterminate
JOB DUTIES:
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
•Exception Management
•Inbound Shipment Tracking & Supplier Ship Performance
•Supplier Collaborations
•Backorder Management / Shortage Analysis
•Past Due Management
•Inbound Premium Freight Management
•Production Withdrawal
Capability Alignment
•Manage the timely shipment of material
•Collaborate & negotiate with suppliers to deliver material requirements
•Monitor, track & analyse supplier performance metrics
Recommended KPI’s
•SSP
•Past Dues
•Perfect Schedules
•Expedited Freight
Skills & Capabilities
Interpersonal, Collaborative & Relationship Building Skills
Organizational, Time Management & Prioritization
Demonstrates Strong Accountability in Situations
Negotiation Ability
Analytical Problem Solver
Solid and Sound Understanding of Manufacturing Processes
Ability to Thrive in a Fast-Paced Work Environment with High Expectations
Business Competencies
Grow & Embrace Change
Drive Improvement
Serve the Customer
Deliver on Commitments
Live our Values
Functional & Technical
Employee is also responsible for performing other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.
BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:
•General knowledge of production scheduling and capacity management
•Ability to use and troubleshoot the MRP, Lognet and MTS systems
•Knowledge and/or experience in material control, purchasing, parts distribution, inventory control, manufacturing engineering, operations and transportation or logistics desired
LOGNET ERP experience preferred
Engineering degree with minimum 3 + years experience in Supply chain
Exposure to all CAT tools
Good communication and presentation skills
Relocation is available for this position.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).