Lead Material Control Analyst

Wayne, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Materials Control Analyst role coordinates with customers suppliers carriers and internal Penske team and supervisor to plan secure and resolve transportation challenges. This position provides operational support to assist the Supervisor and team in the management of customer transportation orders using Penskes Transportation Management System (TMS).

Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet customer demand

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Subject Matter Expert on account business rules and Standard Operating Procedures. Train the team and update SOPs periodically.

Support Supervisor on process management activities and customer communication.

Act as first/second level escalation for customer inquiries.

Help cover DPP calls (Ford Supplier Constraint Calls) and communicate plant needs. Participate in supplier coverage plans.

Facilitate and lead Carrier & Supplier compliance issues.

Use discretion and independent judgment to answer customer requests and propose solutions.

Develop and assist with presenting customer analytics key trends and solution proposals during customer QBRs.

Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1-3 years inventory/auditing/transportation experience preferred.

High school diploma or equivalent required

Some college preferred

Fundamental understanding of transportation supply chain and logistics concepts

Strong problem solving and time management skills required

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and multitask

Ability to follows process and standard procedures

Experience analyzing large sets of data

Advanced computer skills including Excel and Outlook required

Ability to prioritize tasks & work in a fast-paced environment. Problem solver Team Player Sense of urgency attention to detail.

Regular predictable full attendance is an essential function of the job

Willingness to travel as necessary work the required schedule work at the specific location required complete Penske employment application submit to a background investigation (to include past employment education and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.

While performing the duties of this job the associate may be required to stand walk and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch handle and feel and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Experience:

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Materials Control Analyst role coordinates with customers suppliers carriers and internal Penske team and supervisor to plan secure and resolve transportation challenges. This position provides operational support to assist the Supervisor and team in the managem...