Senior Materials Analyst

Senior Materials Analyst Based out of our Rushville, IN location, you will coordinate and expedite purchases, inventory levels, flow of materials, parts, and assemblies from suppliers, between sections or departments, by performing the following duties. Manage and develop process improvement projects for kanban pull systems to meet production and inventory targets Manage MRP to ensure timely receipt of materials to meet production schedules. Track the progress of materials and expedite, as required. Analyze data and help develop analysis tools to improve efficiencies across the materials department. Develop and maintain autonomous reporting dashboard for "clear to build" window to prevent production interruptions Manage inventory levels to meet both inventory and production goals. Identify and resolve issues that impact on time deliveries. Organize and set up daily transportation on critical timeframes to ensure timely receipt of products. Work through new product development at the plant with part set ups, lead times, BOM changes, etc. Utilize lean tools to improve supplier delivery to the plant Meet customer requirements, including LTL, FTL, and expedites. Work in conjunction with production, customer service, sales, suppliers, and procurement to meet customer requirements, including short LT and expedite requests. Be cross trained in other positions in the/other department(s).All other duties as assigned. Required Education, Experience & Skills: Bachelor's degree plus 3-5 years of relevant materials experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, proficient in Excel (Pivot Tables), Power-BIWorking experience with ERP and MRP use, Oracle Capable of utilizing Lean tools, such as Kanban pull systems, demand-driven supply chain, and perfect execution strategies Ability to travel up to 5% of the time Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills: Degree in Supply Chain/Operations or related degree Knowledge of manufacturing operations, MRP systems, shop floor controls, supply chain methodology and lean practices