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Supply Chain Analyst
Location:
Allen, TX
Description:
As a part of the team, you will be contributing to each of our core beliefs: Empowerment, Innovation, Speed & Purpose, Teamwork & Collaboration, Growth, and Fun. You will be empowered to ensure we are producing high quality products that meet the standards of our regulatory bodies and our customers.Quest Medical, Inc. is a US based manufacturer that develops and manufactures sterile medical devices for a variety of medical markets. Those markets include cardiac surgery, ophthalmic surgery, oncology, IV fluid, and anesthesia delivery. Our company culture is very diverse and the average tenure for our employee population is 7 years. If you are looking for a stable and successful company where your voice will be heard, Quest is the place to be. Position Title :Supply Chain Analyst Reports to: Director of Supply Chain Department: Material Management Location: Allen, TX 75002 Summary: This role is responsible for the creation and management of the production plan, conducting thorough analyses of sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory stocking levels, determining material requirements, establishing production schedules, and managing inventory levels to uphold the highest customer satisfaction metrics, particularly in achieving on-time shipments. General Duties and Responsibilities: Demand Forecasting:* Utilize advanced analytical techniques to analyze historical data, market trends, and customer demand patterns for medical devices.* Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to gather input for accurate demand forecasting.* Maintain and monitor forecast accuracy within the ERP system, ensuring optimal inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods.* Lead monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to review forecast accuracy with key stakeholders.* Coordinate with sales teams to establish sales quotas, territories, and strategies for achieving sales targets. Inventory Management: * Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, components, and finished goods, optimizing stock availability while minimizing excess inventory costs.* Implement inventory optimization techniques such as safety stock calculations and inventory turnover analysis.* Conduct regular audits and implement replenishment strategies to ensure consistent stock availability.* Utilize advanced techniques and mathematical solutions to establish and maintain an inventory control plan across all SKUs.* Manage Material Dispositions for Engineering Change Orders, ensuring proper handling of finished goods, open work orders, and raw materials.* Oversee management of Expired Materials, conducting monthly reviews and initiating shelf life extensions when necessary.* Prepare information for quarterly inventory obsolescence review meetings. Supply Planning: * Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, components, and finished goods for medical device production.* Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of inputs required for production.* Evaluate supplier performance, negotiate contracts, identify alternative suppliers, and mitigate supply chain risks.Production Planning & Scheduling:* Translate demand forecasts and sales plans into production plans for manufacturing medical devices.* Assess production capacity and resource availability, identifying and addressing constraints.* Optimize production efficiency and capacity utilization while meeting quality standards and regulatory requirements.* Analyze material usage, work in process, and manufacturing lead times to determine production schedules.* Manage daily production planning across 400 SKUs, including work order generation and review.* Build sterilization truck loads and assign production lots to sterilization groups.* Monitor the execution of work orders, collaborating with Manufacturing Managers and Supervisors to track production capacity.* Collaborate with Quality Engineers to address deviations and initiate Engineering Change Orders when necessary. Distribution Planning: * Act as a liaison to customer service for items on backorder, determining product availability timelines.* Plan and coordinate transportation, distribution, and logistics of medical devices to customers and distributors.* Optimize transportation routes, select carriers, and manage shipping schedules for on-time delivery and cost efficiency. Risk Management: * Identify potential risks and disruptions in the supply chain, developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans. Regulatory Compliance: * Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and standards governing the production, distribution, and sale of medical devices.* Performance Measurement, Analysis and Reporting:* Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure S&OP processes' effectiveness, analyzing metrics to identify trends and areas requiring corrective action.* Generate reports and dashboards to communicate supply chain performance and insights to stakeholders. Continuous Improvement: * Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements within the S&OP process.* Implement continuous improvement initiatives, such as lean manufacturing principles, process automation, and demand planning software enhancements.* Collaborate with Warehouse Supervisor on space utilization projects, creating standard work for Purchasing, Planning, and Warehousing responsibilities. Cross-Functional Collaboration: * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and coordination across the organization.* Participate in cross-functional meetings and projects to address supply chain-related issues and support organizational goals.* Facilitate communication and collaboration across departments, conducting regular S&OP meetings to optimize the supply chain. Required Skills and Qualifications: Skills and Qualifications: Education * Bachelor's degree in a related field. Experience: * A minimum of 2 years of work-related experience in a manufacturing environment is required. Technical Proficiency: * Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), MRP (Material Requirements Planning), and CRM (Customer Relationship Management). Desirable experience with JD Edwards.* Advanced production planning capability using technology and mathematical techniques. Skills and Abilities: * Excellent communication skills, coupled with detail-oriented and strong deductive problem-solving abilities. Preferred Experience: * Experience in a LEAN manufacturing environment is preferred.* Demonstrated leadership skills in a LEAN manufacturing setting are highly desirable. Computer Literacy: * Proficiency in Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Why Join Us: Mid-size company with great company culture that is well diverseHave a voice in the company!Average tenure for employee population is 7 years401k with employee matching availablePaid vacation, health/dental/vision, and other excellent benefits COME US @ OUR IN-PERSON CAREER FAIR When: Every Tuesday: February 20th , 27th, March 5th, 12th Where: One Allentown Parkway | Allen, TX 75002-4211 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM **WE WILL BE CONDUCTING ON THE SPOT INTERVIEWS** RESERVE YOUR SPOT BY EMAILING OUR RECRUITER DIRECTLY AT: XXXX@questmedical.com PDN-9b72629a-6a24-4c30-bf90-ac3049c8c200
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