Flex, a Fortune global 500 company, is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Supply Chain Analyst located in Columbia SC. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Supply Chain Analyst role involves… What a typical day looks like: The Supply Chain Analyst will be based in Columbia, SC. The Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data and methods to predict and improve delivery of products. This role requires regular interfacing with suppliers and internal customers to establish cost, supply chain expectation and deliver results. The experience we’re looking to add to our team: Setting standard costs at item level at RFQ stage and meet customer requirement, follow up management strategy. Communicates with the customer on supply chain issues (customer negotiations on standard costs, materials claims). BOM analysis and identify key cost driver to maximize cost advantages and alignment of suppliers towards the commodity plans. Introduce to customer Flex PSL to compliment sole source components and to assist reducing product cost through alternative source introduction and qualification Develops vertical integration plan for the account, and coordinates with the procurement teams and VI partners to execute. Develops the PPV plan for the account/ final decision point on standard costs, communication to customer. Works with the operations, procurement, materials, and account team to define and execute the materials strategy. Coordinates cost reduction activities with the SBM & GCM. PPV management at the detailed level (review with teams to reduce/eliminate UPPV, get claims on the CMT, execute PPV strategy/tactics) Determine customers’ schedule and flexibility and map the component lead time and cancellation window to assess inventory exposure and drive towards zero materials liability Early assessment of procurement capability for NPI Assures source control flags are properly maintained Holds regular materials reviews with team members – Drives materials related action items. Here is some of what you’ll need (required): Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing or Engineering, or similar field 3 years of experience in supply chain in customer facing position Strong mathematical & analytical skills Commodity/Component Knowledge Supply Chain Management Problem solving and negotiation skill Pricing/Materials Cost Fluent in English (oral & written) Familiar with statistical methods What you’ll receive for the great work you provide: Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision Life Insurance Matching 401K PTO Tuition Reimbursement Employee discounts at local retailers CR29 KG56 AA01 Job Category Global Procurement & Supply Chain Relocation: Eligible for domestic relocation only Is Sponsorship Available? No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. 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