Supply Chain Data Analyst

Job Purpose

Support supply chain function by implementing strategic process improvements, refining supply chain planning and overseeing material requirements with a strong focus on data analytics. Ensure alignment between planning and execution by project and customer.

Req ID

11398BR

City

Muncie

State:

Indiana

Company Description

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

Key Job Elements

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and KPI’s to monitor performance.
• Clean, validate and structure large datasets from multiple sources (ERP, Power BI, Team Center, etc).
• Support digital transformation initiatives and automation of supply chain processes.
• Collaborate with supply chain analyst team to align priorities and resource by project/customer.
• Monitor and report on program performance, providing insights and recommendations.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation to achieve material OTD goals by project.
• Compile decks for key report outs and communicate the information to senior leadership.
• Support all special projects/assignments.
• Analyze supply chain constraints and deploy corrective action.
• Minimal travel required.
  
  
  

Education / Training

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

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum of five 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.
• Experience leading the deployment of supply chain improvements.
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing and operations standard processes and basic product knowledge.
• Strong leadership skills
  
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• 6 Sigma project experience desired.
• APICS CPIM or CSPC National Certification desired
• BAAN LN
  
  
  

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:

• Motion – The position spends most of the time in an office setting. The position will require occasional walking, standing, stooping, and bending.
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – This position spends prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and must be able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Work Environment – Work in temperature-controlled environment.
• Emotional Demands – Required to liaise with multiple levels within the organization, including senior leaders and managers. Individual must be well-spoken, able to manage multiple priorities and individual requests daily.
• Safety – This is not a safety sensitive position. It is primarily an office position requiring awareness of the safety requirement in an office environment within the facility; must be capable of following all safety protocols. When traveling to supplier, customer, or production facilities, local safety practices must be followed.
  
  
  

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• 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.
• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
  
  
  

Job Category

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

PRS Facility Location

Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293