Supply Chain Analyst II

At Benchmark we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier safer and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors including commercial aerospace defense advanced computing next-generation communications complex industrials medical and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark your work is purpose-driven enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. Youll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:
The Supply Chain Analyst executes the planning and buying activities to optimize the balance of inventory across the supply chain network in line with target customer service levels for the allocated portfolio of customer activity for which she/he is accountable.

Responsibilities:
Works directly with customers to gain an understanding of their planning system and how Benchmark and the customers processes interact.
Participates on the Customer Focus Team as the Supply Chain Department representative and support development of planning and procurement processes to support department business unit and divisional goals
Abides by the Company standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with all materials department functions.
Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to assigned customer while minimizing carrying costs and premium transportation charges and maximizing inventory turnover.
Owns and maintains the ERP parameters which drive optimum component and assembly planning.
Monitors and reports on current and projected inventory levels at both the component and assembly level for assigned customer and generate action plans to ensure that site inventory goals are achieved.
Tracks and reports on excess and obsolete inventory and drive disposition in compliance with the customer agreement.
Performs What if analyses to aid in optimal scheduling priorities and decision making
Analyzes potential impact of forecast and production schedule changes on component procurement and production volume.
Ensures consistency between customer demand information monthly sales forecast and production build schedule.
Works with Scheduler to establish a production schedule for each order and communicate/resolve issues related to discrepancies between the requested and promised due date
Interfaces with customers suppliers and internal resources for management of AVL choices and alternates in order to monitor or reduce product cost or inventory levels
Manages EOL and other assurance of supply issues and support Engineering changes and New Product Introduction.
Monitors material market conditions develop and communicate plans to mitigate risk to customer schedule.
Analyzes maintains and executes Materials Requirement Plan (MRP).
Continuously monitors and verifies materials pipeline to ensure it meets the MRP requirements. Identify and appropriately address materials supply issues.
Ensures materials availability to support production per the Master Production Schedule through MRP execution on-time delivery and coordination of materials movement through receiving to production.
Executes and maximizes negotiated terms with suppliers to reduce materials liability and overall procurement cost including freight and payment terms.
Executes corporate contracts and ensures suppliers adherence to negotiated terms.
Maintains integrity of master data and purchasing planning parameters in order to minimize material liability and to optimize working capital.
Monitors and continuously strives to improve suppliers delivery and quality performance.
Addresses and resolves recurring or critical issues by utilizing corrective action tools and coordination with corporate procurement team.
Proactively looks for cost savings through possible changes in suppliers manufactures materials or other alternative opportunities.
Analyze potential impact of forecast and production schedule changes on component procurement.
Contributes to cost reduction program by making viable business recommendations and process improvement ideas.
Manages component throughput product life cycle (PLC).
Participates and provide input to supplier scorecard reviews.
Participates and provide input to customer quarterly business reviews.
Creates and maintain tracking tools for cost reduction initiatives BOM health improvement and NPI and EOL component planning.

Other information:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required
Effective organization and prioritization skills
Demonstrate high attention to detail
Ability to work with diverse groups
Demonstrates discretion confidentiality independent judgment and professionalism.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance exercising discretion and independent judgment.
Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
Strong customer service and client focus
Working knowledge of productivity tools including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software
Understanding of the extended process of material procurement capacity planning inventory analysis and advanced planning techniques.
Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools (Baan or equivalent)
Effective analytical planning and organizational skills
3-5 years in purchasing or planning accounts/commodities
APICS certification preferred
Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required.
Effective negotiation and problem solving skills.
Demonstrate confidentiality and the ability to represent the company in a professional manner.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when representing the company in supply chain decisions.
Knowledge of billing practices and controls.
General computer knowledge including the use of Microsoft Office programs.
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience (purchasing or planning accounts/commodities) with a Bachelors degree; or 3 years and a Masters degree.

Education:

Geographical Location: Minnesota:Rochester

Physical Location: Rochester MN

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: M-F 0830-1700

Full Time

In our innovative environment youll work with cutting-edge technology leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark your career is more than just a job. Its an opportunity to be part of something bigger where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together we will achieve extraordinary things.

Compensation Range: $71678.00 to $89597.00 USD. Many factors are considered in compensation decisions including but not limited to skills certifications licensures experience training incumbent data and other business needs.

Benefits and Other Compensation: Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package including a Bonus Plan 401(k) Paid Time Off and Health Dental and Vision Insurance all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.

Application Deadline: This job posting will remain open until filled.

Additional Notices: Benchmark adheres to applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits. This includes but is not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act in accordance with its plans and policies. Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing .

Export Control: This position may involve access to information technology or materials that are regulated under U.S. export control in this role may be contingent upon verification that you qualify as a U.S. Person under federal regulations. U.S. Persons include U.S. citizens lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United a candidate does not qualify as a U.S. Person Benchmark will evaluate the position requirements and applicable legal restrictions to determine whether employment can some cases Benchmark may be unable to move forward with an application due to export control requirements.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a dynamic workforce with unique talents life experiences cultures and perspectives to promote an innovative collaborative and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please email us at .

Required Experience:

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