Location
Lenexa, KS | United States
Job description
Sr. Supply Analyst - Lenexa, KS - Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Hybrid role
The Senior Supply Analyst will be responsible for developing and managing replenishment strategy for assigned laboratory departments and managed labs.
- Develops replenishment strategies for all assigned departments to establish proper inventory levels safety stock levels, replenishment frequency, minimize supply disruption risk and the coordinate product/items transitions.
- Act as the primary focus point for assigned laboratory departments to address day-to-day operational supply needs
- Interface with regularly with department directors/managers/supervisors to develop appropriate stocking parameters that balance inventory levels, in-bound freight costs supply disruption risk and laboratory validation and qualification testing cost
- Assure daily replenishment orders are properly structured and released timely.
- Lead physical inventory process for region/laboratory, including cycle counts as needed to maintain database integrity and assure inventory accuracy.
- Complete inventory variance analysis and establish and manage inventory accuracy metrics
- Develop reports to monitor supply costs and identify opportunities for supply cost improvement
- Working with laboratory testing departments on monitoring and improving supply utilization levels
- Lead training for business partners on supply management systems.
- Lead and manage local supply improvement projects within region
- Monitor and manage open orders and backorders in conjunction with the Purchasing Operations Center (POC) and Corporate Materials Management and Category Managers to ensure material availability and timely receipt of supplies
- Management of New Item Request (NIR) and New Vendor Request (NVR) process as required
- In conjunction with Lean replenishment team members implement innovative supply replenishment solutions (e.g Kanbans, Vendor Managed Inventory) solutions to support efficient laboratory operation.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Work Experience:
Minimum of six (6) years experience in Materials, Warehousing, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Operations or equivalent required
Preferred Work Experience:
N/A
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds
- May require extended periods of focus
- May require extended periods of sitting or standing
- Ability to manage stress
- Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high volume setting
Knowledge:
- Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain and Inventory Management principles
- Understanding of Lean Principles
- Proficient with Excel and able to manipulate complex data sets
- Experience with ERP and Inventory Management Systems
Skills:
- Ability to lead teams
- Strong communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong analytical skills
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree
LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
Six Sigma Certified Green Belt is strongly preferred
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2024-56421
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