Medical Device Client is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst for a 6+ mo contract in Irvine, CA!



Supply Chain Analyst



Duration - 6 Months



Location - Irvine, CA



Max Pay - $43.76



Description:



The Supply Chain Analyst will provide logistics analysis and operational support within the Global Supply Chain Transportation and Logistics team. This is a great opportunity as this position will support the business growth of our innovative and patient-focused company.


Key Responsibilities:


* Assist with the daily management and interactions with transportation carriers, 3PL warehouses, Customer Service team, and other internal & external groups in order to safely transport products to our patients.


* Work with external freight forwarders, transportation carriers, Finance teams, and our freight audit & payment partner to maintain the weekly freight payment process


* Ensure that freight dollars are matched to the proper General Ledger accounts while working on methods to reduce the complexity of our GL coding logic


* Perform routine analysis to improve supply chain operations


* Provide support and data to improve visibility in Global Logistics dashboards, metrics, and communication tools that support our global Business Units, Regional teams, warehouses, and Manufacturing facilities


* Other incidental duties assigned by Leadership


Additional Skills:


* Strong communication (verbal/written) and internal/external partnering skills are mandatory


* Strong systems background with demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills


* Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills


* Must possess excellent interpersonal & customer relations skills


* Ability to work in a complex fast paced environment


* Self-motivated and ability to work independently without close supervision


* Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels


* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment


* High level of experience with MS Excel; working knowledge of MS PowerPoint and MS Word is required. MS Access, QlikView, and EDI system integration experience/knowledge is preferred


Education and Experience:


* Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field preferred


* 2-4 years of Supply Chain &/or Financial experience required and/or work experience in the medical device industry or a similarly regulated industry is also preferred


MSP Notes:


* What does your group do?


o Manages transportation logistics for the organization. This role will provide someone with the ability to directly support providing life-saving products to patients.


* Does your team use any specific technology/software that is required?


o Individual must have experience with a large ERP software (the team uses JD Edwards)


o Proficient in Microsoft office (specifically Excel)


o Any logistics management/carrier portal software experience is welcomed!


* What will a typical workday look like?


o Process and analyze logistics data for the organization. The role includes, but is not limited to remittance processing, shipment issues resolution, and analyzing supply chain data.


* What will the work schedule be? Can any overtime be expected?


o Standard office hours, limited OT.


* Will there be any travel involved?


o No


* What is your top required technical skills? Must haves?


o Work with external freight forwarders, transportation carriers, Finance teams, and our freight audit & payment partner to maintain the weekly freight payment process


o Ensure that freight dollars are matched to the proper General Ledger accounts while working on methods to reduce the complexity of our GL coding logic