Material / Inventory Analyst

Summary

Slate is building safe, reliable, customizable vehicles in the USA and is seeking a Material / Inventory Analyst. This role oversees the planning, purchasing, and inventory of service parts and accessories, including purchase orders, supplier coordination, inventory optimization, and safety-stock management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SI&OP) team to understand the requirements of your portfolio of parts
• Place and track purchase orders (through our ERP System) to the suppliers of the Service Parts and Accessories in your portfolio of parts
• Work collaboratively with suppliers on reviewing and improving lead times, minimum order quantities, rounding values, and other related purchase data to optimize inventory stored at Slate’s warehouse / 3PL
• Monitor parts inventory levels and work collaboratively with suppliers on expediting and de-expediting orders based on actual orders received
• Devise and implement parts level strategies and procedures to drive efficient inventory control, leading to optimized inventory levels
• Own the tactical (day-to-day) supplier relationships while fostering long-term partnerships

Skills

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management
• Strong analytical skills, with sufficient understanding of basic and advanced material management processes and practices
• Proficiency in ERP Systems and Project Management tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or other data analysis tools, such as SmartSheets, Tableau, Alteryx, or other scripting tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an understanding of how to present complex data in easily understood ways to multiple levels with the business
• Strong problem solving capabilities, with attention to detail
• Comfortable in start-up environments
• You can roll up your sleeves to do the work and build, or recommend the tools needed to be successful as the company grows
• A proactive, “one company” teammate with a continuous improvement approach, equally comfortable with warehousing practices, material management, business planning, and financial implications
• Capability to work cross-functionally with external partners and internal teams, building strong relationships that produce positive results
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Material Management, Material Analytics, Operations, or equivalent is preferred
• While a degree is preferred, we value hands-on experience and a proven track record of success as a suitable substitute and encourage candidates to apply who can demonstrate relevant and commensurate professional experience
• Preferably working in Material Management

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management
• Strong analytical skills, with sufficient understanding of basic and advanced material management processes and practices
• Proficiency in ERP Systems and Project Management tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or other data analysis tools, such as SmartSheets, Tableau, Alteryx, or other scripting tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an understanding of how to present complex data in easily understood ways to multiple levels with the business
• Strong problem solving capabilities, with attention to detail
• Comfortable in start-up environments
• You can roll up your sleeves to do the work and build, or recommend the tools needed to be successful as the company grows
• A proactive, “one company” teammate with a continuous improvement approach, equally comfortable with warehousing practices, material management, business planning, and financial implications
• Capability to work cross-functionally with external partners and internal teams, building strong relationships that produce positive results
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Material Management, Material Analytics, Operations, or equivalent is preferred
• While a degree is preferred, we value hands-on experience and a proven track record of success as a suitable substitute and encourage candidates to apply who can demonstrate relevant and commensurate professional experience
• preferably working in Material Management

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vacation
• 401k
• The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in the equity program, subject to the rules governing such programs.
• The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.