Supply Chain Planning Analyst

Job Purpose

Plan material for a specific Progress Rail location to ensure parts are on the production line when they are required while managing inventory levels.

Req ID

11659BR

City

Muncie

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

• Responsible for achieving corporate supply chain performance targets focused on inventory reduction,
  
  
  

increased inventory turns and improved order‐to‐delivery results;

• Ensure clean signal to supplier on part requirements (qty, date, priority within facility);
• Determine appropriate stocking strategies for each part (Plan for Every Part ‐ PFEP);
• Work PO Exception Messages in a timely fashion to ensure material is delivered to our requirements;
• Work directly with Supply base on follow up and expediting. Host supplier schedule reviews, as required;
• Analyze value stream supply chain constraints and deploy corrective action;
• Minimal Travel required (5% ‐ 15%).
  
  
  

Education / Training

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

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum of three 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 to solve common problems;
• Strong team player in order to be effective in deploying supply chain improvements as part of a team;
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing and operations standard processes and basic product knowledge;
• Ability to analyze business conditions and situations during deployment needed to minimize disruption to daily requirements.
  
  
  

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

EMD Muncie, IN Locomotive - 462