Materials Analyst

Company: Henkel group
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: November 11, 2024

Job Description:

ABOUT:

At Henkel, you can be a game changer and craft your career. Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit by bringing your ideas to life within a global team. Our leading brands and technologies, along with our high-performing businesses will provide you with countless opportunities to develop your skills and explore new paths. Your career at Henkel will contribute to a more sustainable future, while you grow within our vibrant, diverse culture of trust and belonging. If you are up for challenging the status quo, join our team of pioneers and make your mark on the future with us.

Do you dare to make an impact?

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $105,000 a year. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

At Henkel, you can craft your career through a variety of roles, while being supported inside and outside of work with our great benefits. As a Henkel employee, you will get: MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION, LIFE INSURANCE, 401K WITH MATCH, STD/LTD, PET INSURANCE, ANNUAL BONUSES, EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AND REFERRAL PROGRAMS, TUITION ASSISTANCE & STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT AID, 12 WEEKS PAID PARENTAL LEAVE FOR ALL GENDERS, DISCOUNTED CHILD & ELDER CARE, AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT & PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES.

JOB SUMMARY:

If you enjoy working with numbers and crunching data in a high-speed manufacturing environment with high-performing teams that want to make a difference, then come work at Henkel. We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst that is dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented to join our supply chain team.

The Supply Chain Analyst will have extensive experience with PowerBI, SAP, ERP systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel functions, and will focus on optimizing the inventory management processes. This role will be critical in providing actionable insights to enhance inventory accuracy, reduce costs, and support efficient supply chain operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

DATA ANALYSIS:

• Analyze inventory data from SAP ERP to track inventory variance trends, material scrap levels, and material data errors.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions (e.g., pivot tables, array formulas, macros) to create detailed inventory reports and perform complex data analysis.
• Analyze historical production performance trends to forecast future planning rates and make changes in SAP, as required.
  REPORTING AND DATA MANAGEMENT:
  
  • Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports on daily and month-end inventory performance, including analysis of slow-moving, excess, and obsolete stock.
  • Extract file to validate daily production confirmations are accurate and then communicate to all teams any required corrections to production orders.
  • Ensure data integrity and manage data quality across inventory systems by running system readiness checks.
    COLLABORATION AND SUPPORT:
    
    • Collaborate with manufacturing and warehouse teams to understand inventory discrepancies and provide data-driven support to identify root cause of losses.
    • Assist in the development and implementation of inventory policies and procedures based on root cause findings.
    • Propose and implement process improvements to enhance inventory management efficiency that will lead to reduced production costs.
    • Support the Cycle Count Program by completing counts on the production floor and entering counts, as needed.
      QUALIFICATIONS:
      
      • Must have a bachelor's degree in data science, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
      • Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Supply Chain Analyst, Data Analyst, or similar role.
      • Must be proficient in Power BI, including DAX and Power Query.
      • Must have strong experience with SAP ERP systems, including data extraction and reporting.
      • Must have advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., complex formulas, data visualization, VBA/macros).
      • Must have the ability to interpret complex data sets and provide actionable insights.
      • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
      • Must have strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and analytical approach.
      • Must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to build and improve trusting relationships.
      • Must have a working knowledge of data analysis and forecasting tools, and the ability to develop actionable insights from data.
        
        Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. At Henkel's request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with Henkel must be in place and current.
        
        All employees applying for an internal position must have a discussion with his/her manager about their interest in a job posting opportunity. The discussion will not preclude the employee from interviewing if their skills meet the job requirements.
        
        Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics.

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