RCI-ABO-0331 Supply Chain Analyst (Inventory Management/Warehouse/SAP/Excel/Pivot Table/VLOOKUP/Power BI/Materials Management)

Manager's update Role Overview • Position focused on process optimization, continuous improvement, and eliminating material related downtime. • Ideal for someone with an Industrial Engineering, Engineering, or Supply Chain/Operations background. • Goal: Improve material flow, Kanban systems (2–3 bin), and reduce material stock out downtime. • Level: Entry-level to mid-level (approx. 2+ years’ experience required). Required Skills & Experience • Strong problem-solving skills; ability to perform root cause analysis. • Demonstrated experience with process improvement initiatives. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.). • Bachelor’s degree required (field flexible; IE preferred). • Minimum 2 years' industry experience. • Experience in high-volume or large-scale manufacturing is strongly preferred. • Medical device manufacturing experience is a firm requirement due to regulations. • Ability to work with regulated documentation and support change orders. Preferred (but teachable) Skills • Familiarity with SAP (materials management usage). • Experience with Windchill or similar electronic documentation management systems. • Background in continuous improvement / Lean principles. • Engineering background preferred but supply chain operations candidates are welcome. • • Duties • Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize process flow, reduce lead times, and improve overall operational efficiency. • Apply Kanban system to improve design of warehouse and operations, drive operational efficiency, reducing likelihood of stock out line downs • QS WI improvements for EP Material Handling documentation. • Conduct in-depth analysis of distribution operations to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement • Investigation and problem solving for SAP inventory discrepancies. • Identifying and analyzing continuous improvement projects which can improve operational efficiency • Conduct time studies, create standard work documentation for predictable, repeatable outcomes. • Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented solutions and make recommendations for continuous improvement. Years Experience: 1-5 yrs Education: • Bachelor's degree in engineering, production & Operations Management, or Business, industrial engineering preferred Skills required: • SAP (ECC), Microsoft Office, • integrity, creativity, Individual workmanship and collaborative skills with cross functional teams • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and teamwork skills • Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze and interpret data to drive decision-making. • Focused experience in high-volume complex inventory management • Project management • This position must interact effectively with all levels of the organization Career Page: https://talentarbor.com/job/details/137084/3/190/supply-chain-analyst-minnetonka-mn-us