Analyst Inventory Control II

Additional Locations: Requisition ID: 28088 Spartan Emergency Response (Spartan ER) is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of custom emergency response vehicles, cabs, and chassis. Driven by a commitment to quality and innovation, Spartan and its portfolio of brands Spartan Fire Apparatus and Chassis, Smeal Fire Apparatus, and Ladder Tower (LT) offer a broad range of apparatus to meet specific requirements and demands of the fire service industry. Spartan has a rich history in fire apparatus manufacturing with over 250 years of combined experience. Spartan Emergency Response is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day. The Analyst Inventory Control II position is responsible for the procurement of production parts, monitoring production schedules, the on-time delivery performance of suppliers, and controlling inventory levels. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Effectively use established processes to ensure the optimal flow of parts from the supplier’s facility through delivery Assist in directing the activities of production parts flow and inventory control functions Analyze MRP daily to produce supplier releases Manage assigned parts and their respective suppliers, including all problem resolutions Add, defer, expedite, and cancel purchase orders to maintain inventory levels while supporting production material requirements Monitor daily shortage reports and collect firm tracking and expected delivery timing Proactively identify parts shortages and implement appropriate actions internally and externally to mitigate the risk of potentially disrupting production Identify, validate, and perform root cause analysis for missed deliveries on critical parts Develop suppliers to ensure improved delivery performance and inventory control Coordinate engineering changes and build schedules with suppliers and production to meet customer expectations while minimizing surplus exposure Verify suppliers receive weekly reports and understand expectations including part quantities and required delivery timing Proactively confirm delivery/schedules against purchase orders and take action if necessary Establish parameters for new part set-up for inventory control levels Monitor and update supplier lead-times for system accuracy Research and act upon receipt inspection logs/accounting issues for resolution Work with Purchasing, Operations, Finance, and the vendor(s) to determine and implement appropriate inventory levels, minimum order requirements, economic order quantities, delivery offsets, and supplier lead times Review and investigate obsolete or no demand parts for disposition Assist in managing freight/logistics costs and inventory reduction activities Prepare and participate in yearly physical inventory Follow established procedures; initiate and implement improvements Other tasks as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business preferred (or equivalent work experience) Minimum of two years material planning experience in a manufacturing setting Experience in building and leading cross-functional teams Strong and consistent attention to detail Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities Creative and innovative team player Intermediate computer skills are required Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines Sound judgment with the ability to make timely decisions Able to: Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment Deal effectively with a variety of individuals at al…

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