Mgr I, Supply Chain - Progress Rail : Job Details

Job Purpose

Manage and lead facility supply chain activities including strategic process transformation, supply chain planning, material requirements management and supplier performance. Ensures linkage between process, planning and execution.

Req ID

10914BR

City

Winston Salem

State:

North Carolina

Company Description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

• Direct reports are facility-based Supply Chain Analysts• Responsible for achieving corporate supply chain performance targets focused on inventory reduction, increased inventory turns and improved order-to-delivery results.• This position provides leadership and direction to supply chain teams responsible for the management of all facility supply functions in alignment witho Ensuring clean signal to supplier on part requirements (qty, date, priority within facility)o Determining appropriate stocking strategies for each part (Plan for Every Part - PFEP)o Processing PO Exception Messages in a timely fashion to ensure material is delivered to our requirements.o Analyzing supply chain constraints and deploying corrective action.o On time delivery and supplier performance• First point of escalation for all supplier and part issues.• Travel Required (10% - 20%)

Education / Training

College or university degree related to Supply Chain, or equivalent experience, is required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of five years of demonstrated experience in Materials Planning & Inventory Control.• Demonstrated knowledge of standard supply chain systems.• Strong collaborative, interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work across functions to perform work deploying supply chain improvements.• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.• Experience leading the deployment of supply chain improvements.• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing and operations standard processes and basic product knowledge;• Strong leadership skillsPreferred Skills• 6 Sigma project experience desired.• APICS CPIM or CSPC National Certification desired• BAAN LNEssential and Physical Activities Functions• Strength – Position requires lifting of 50lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confinedspaces while installing or repair machinery and components;• Motion –Position requires standing the majority of the day. Frequent walking, squatting, kneeling, andclimbing of steps and stairs;• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. Position isexposed to cutting torches and welding operations. The use of proper PPE is required. The Position requires the ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions;• Work Environment – Position can be located inside or outside, dependent on situation. When inside, theemployees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. Whenoutside employees are subject to all weather elements. Employees will work with oils and other lubricants;• Emotional Demands – Expected to work and cooperate as part of team in order to meet productionrequirements;• Safety – Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation andrepair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e., blue flag) and use of all PPE.The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.

EEO

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

PRS Facility Location

Winston Salem, NC - 329

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