9068BR

　　PRS Facility Location:

　　EMD HQ LaGrange, IL

　　Job Purpose:

　　Plan for specifically assigned productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and services. Decisions are made based on general policies, procedures, and/or specifications. Work is performed independently under general direction.

　　Req ID:

　　9068BR

　　Company Description:

　　Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

　　As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

　　Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

　　Education / Training:

　　• College graduate with bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field.

　　Job Title:

　　Aftermarket Supply Chain Planning Analyst

　　City:

　　LaGrange

　　Key Job Elements:

　　• Schedule quality material to support aftermarket demand requirements;

　　• Identify and resolve supply-related issues (including critical or chronic shortages, problem suppliers) relating to assigned suppliers and parts;

　　• Apply critical thinking, problem solving, root cause analysis, & corrective action where necessary;

　　• Respond quickly to changing aftermarket and production customer needs; Prioritize daily & weekly workflow to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction with for timeliness of product delivery;

　　• Review supplier schedules to identify deliveries which do not meet demand requirements; Expedite and obtain promises for delivery on all past due and upcoming due material;

　　• Manage delivery status updates in SAP via supplier schedules and MD04 notes, reporting status of late deliveries to the necessary people;

　　• Work to support customer on-time delivery, safety stock health, inventory accuracy, and inventory turns;

　　• Manage leadtime, minimum lot size, & rounding value settings in the MRP material master;

　　• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Quality, A/P, Material Mgt, Logistics, Customer Service, Receiving, Demand Planning, others;

　　• Control inventory of purchased parts by managing on-time deliveries and STO’s;

　　• Provide oversight of consigned inventory at suppliers including scrap disposition, returns, cycle counting, & reporting;

　　• Arrange for special transportation of critical material, and notify all relevant people;

　　• Champion or support 6S/lean principles, 5S initiatives, & other process improvement efforts throughout the supply chain;

　　• Analyze material/commodity data and employ DMAIC approaches, necessary to optimize current inventory levels, in association with cost reductions; Proactively identify opportunities for efficiency gains;

　　• Adhere to Caterpillar Values in Action, as well as other company, supply chain, & purchasing policies and procedures;

　　• Develop and maintain effective relationships with assigned suppliers, including visits & meetings as necessary, to assist in planning, expediting, and improving effectiveness;

　　• Work and complete special projects as needed.

　　Qualifications and Experience:

　　Required:

　　• Minimum 3 years experience in material planning or customer service;

　　• Working knowledge of ERP and supply chain processes;

　　• Verbal and written communication skills;

　　• Analytical ability and complex problem solving skills;

　　• Self-starter with initiative; ability to function with minimal supervision;

　　• Interpersonal skills to work within team environment;

　　• Knowledge of Purchasing and Material Department operations;

　　• Ability to read blueprints and understand basic Engineering documents;

　　• Understanding of demand forecasting and inventory management;

　　• Must be able to travel as required.

　　Preferred:

　　• Knowledge of highly engineered commodities: Metallic/Machined/Electrical;

　　• Proficient computer knowledge; SAP or Oracle planning experience; MS Office;

　　• APICS and/or CPM certification;

　　• Six Sigma training; Lean manufacturing methodology.

　　Essential and Physical Activities Functions

　　• Strength – Must be able to lift to 35 lbs;

　　• 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 – 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.

　　The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of an Aftermarket

　　Supply Chain Planning Analyst.

　　This position is not eligible for relocation benefits.

　　EEO:

　　Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

　　Benefits:

　　Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.

　　*Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

　　Job Category:

　　Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

　　Work Location Options:

　　LaGrange, IL

　　State::

　　Illinois