A Supply Chain Analyst will maintain solutions as it relates to the customer agreement and may recommend changes to improve efficiency, provide cost savings or reduce support. Position will require both customer and carrier interactions and be capable of representing Penske in customer meetings. A Penske Supply Chain Analyst will work collectively between Operations, Engineering and Technology to support logistics solutions and systems implementations.
Major Responsibilities:
Analyze data, generate standard routing or load plans, and provide reports and metrics on a regular basis to ensure solution effectiveness.
Support the design and implementation of a developed supply chain solution
Handle reoccurring analysis and tasks driving continuous cost savings initiatives and process improvements
Proactively monitor and manage key performance indicators and execute root cause analysis utilizing TM operating systems
Interact with customers in resolving problems and coordinating implementations
Process and distribute weekly customer metrics and develop customer performance reports
Maps and documents standard operating processes
Applies tactical processes daily within the established business rules.
Interacts with the customer by phone, email or in person on an as needed basis.
Work with internal subject matter expert to resolve problems and support implementations
Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's degree preferred
1 year of inventory/auditing/transportation experience preferred
Fundamental understanding of transportation, supply chain and logistics
Ability to learn and operate various inventory and transportation management systems, in addition to extension applications.
Ability to follow processes and procedures
Data Analysis skills required
Strong problem solving and time management skills required
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and multi task required
Ability to follows process and standard procedures
Experience analyzing large sets of data preferred
Advanced computer skills including Excel and Outlook required
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the hours necessary to accomplish the job duties, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening.
Physical Requirements:
-The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
-While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
-Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Penske Truck Leasing. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske Logistics provides supply chain management and logistics services to leading companies around the world. Penske Logistics delivers value through its design, planning and execution in transportation, warehousing and freight management. Visit www.PenskeLogistics.com to learn more.
Work Locations :
1400 Highway 101 South 1400 Highway 101 South
Greer, SC 29651
Primary Location : United States-South Carolina-Greer
Job : Logistics/Supply Chain
Penske Oracle Job (US & CA only do not edit): : PL.Supply Chain Analyst
Consider Penske for your next career move. Penske offers dynamic career opportunities in virtually every field and profession. We're always seeking high-performance people with a deep passion for customer service and high ethical standards. Sound like you?