Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, etc.); experience will be considered in lieu of education.
Must have 3+ years of experience in a similar Material Control Analyst, Material Planning, or Inventory Analyst role.
Must have intermediate to advanced skills and experience with MS Excel (V-lookups, pivot tables), SAP, MES, and other production applications/inventory systems. Experience participating in the implementation of or making changes to the set-up of SAP, MES, and other production applications is strongly preferred.
Understanding of inventory management principles and practices, including inventory costing, inventory control, and physical inventory management.
Proficiency in data analysis, reporting statistics, and preparing management presentations.
Knowledge of lean/process improvement methodologies.
APICS certification(s), a plus.
Must have exceptional written/verbal communication skills.
Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with affinity for resourcefulness, and self-driven entrepreneurial style.
Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive attitude and a willingness to take on new challenges.
Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment in which he/she must be strategic yet tactical.
Able to speak persuasively in positive or negative situations.
Ability to portray customer, business, and solution focused leadership.
Exhibit a strong work ethic – willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
Proven commitment to change and continuous improvement.
Exceptional communication skills – includes listening, leadership style, speaking, etc. to effectively communicate targets and goals to their team.
Must possess the ability to receive and give constructive feedback.
Capability to clearly present information and obtain other’s buy-ins.
The ability to provide direction and guidance to a group of people.
Proven ability to motivate teams and manage conflict effectively.
The ability to act decisively and solve staff or equipment related problems.
Possess a mindset that embraces challenge and change.
Passion for metals, in general, and for project results, in specific, as well as clear willingness for self-development.
Must be able to motivate employees, exchange ideas and expectations in a productive manner, learn to be an adaptable and relatable leadership figure to others.
Ability to promote win-win outcomes in the workplace.
Must be willing and physically able to observe and walk in a smelter environment.
Must be willing and physically able to work in varying cold and heat situations.
Could have times that are prolonged periods of walking, standing, and bending.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Ability to travel throughout the facility as required to conduct audits and make observations
Must wear all required PPE when in protected areas.
Required to reach and grasp with hands and reach with arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Willing and physically able to travel domestically and/or internationally if requested.
