Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Slate Automotive LLC is hiring a Material / Inventory Analyst to plan, purchase, and manage service parts and accessories inventory. The role coordinates with internal teams, suppliers, and warehouse partners to maintain availability, optimize stock levels, and manage purchase orders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SI&OP) team to understand the requirements of your portfolio of parts
• Place and track purchase orders (through our ERP System) to the suppliers of the Service Parts and Accessories in your portfolio of parts
• Work collaboratively with suppliers on reviewing and improving lead times, minimum order quantities, rounding values, and other related purchase data to optimize inventory stored at Slate’s warehouse / 3PL
• Monitor parts inventory levels and work collaboratively with suppliers on expediting and de-expediting orders based on actual orders received
• Devise and implement parts level strategies and procedures to drive efficient inventory control, leading to optimized inventory levels
• Own the tactical (day-to-day) supplier relationships while fostering long-term partnerships

Skills

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management
• Strong analytical skills, with sufficient understanding of basic and advanced material management processes and practices
• Proficiency in ERP Systems and Project Management tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or other data analysis tools, such as SmartSheets, Tableau, Alteryx, or other scripting tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an understanding of how to present complex data in easily understood ways to multiple levels with the business
• Strong problem solving capabilities, with attention to detail
• Comfortable in start-up environments
• You can roll up your sleeves to do the work and build, or recommend the tools needed to be successful as the company grows
• A proactive, “one company” teammate with a continuous improvement approach, equally comfortable with warehousing practices, material management, business planning, and financial implications
• Capability to work cross-functionally with external partners and internal teams, building strong relationships that produce positive results
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Material Management, Material Analytics, Operations, or equivalent is preferred
• Preferably working in Material Management

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vacation
• 401k
• The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in the equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.

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