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Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst

MAWD Pathology Group PALenexa, KS, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE : Supply Chain Analyst

DEPARTMENT : Finance

REPORTS TO : Controller

GRADE : 105

FLSA STATUS : Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Supply Chain Analyst plays a pivotal role in the enterprise-wide planning process. This dual role uses a demonstrated understanding of planning, purchasing, and contract negotiation combined with a strong understanding of cost accounting processes to build and maintain MAWD’s supply chain process to optimize purchasing efficiency and cost control. This position is critical for maintaining financial transparency, managing inventory costs, and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services necessary for operations. It is necessary for this role to develop efficient procurement strategies through analyzing cost information and processes and present their findings and recommendations to Senior and Executive Leadership. They will act as the main point of contact for key vendors, creating and defining requirements for those vendors, managing contract performance, overseeing inventory supply and ensuring quality levels through data review. This candidate will exhibit a customer centric focus in line with organizational standards and expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Cost Accounting Functions

Analyze and maintain accurate costing data for products, services, and inventory.

  • Prepare and review cost reports, budgets, and forecasts.
  • Monitor and report on variances between actual costs and budgets, providing insights and recommendations for cost control.
  • Support month-end and year-end financial closings by preparing cost-related journal entries.
  • Collaborate with production and operations teams to analyze and improve cost efficiencies.
  • Develop and maintain standard costing systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Supply Chain Management Functions
  • Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of goods and services.

  • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors.
  • Create and manage purchase orders while ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Track and manage supplier performance, addressing issues as they arise.
  • Organizational Efficiency and Effectiveness
  • Utilize industry best practices, methodologies, and tools (Lean / Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen) to support operational efficiency efforts.

  • Devise methods to optimize inventory control procedures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast material requirements and ensure alignment with production timelines.
  • Inventory Control
  • Monitor inventory to maintain optimal stock level.

  • Develop procurement strategies to support cost savings and operational efficiency. Conduct periodic inventory valuations and reconcile physical inventory with accounting records.
  • Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs
  • Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of this position as business needs warrant.

    COMPETENCIES

  • INTERPERSONAL SKILLS – This role demonstrates the ability to understand relationship-orientated aspects of social effectiveness and to operate successfully in a variety of social exchanges
  • PRUDENCE – This position must demonstrate a willingness to see the perspective of others and an inherent respect for divergent opinions
  • COURAGE – The incumbent should demonstrate confidence and the ability to take calculated risks and challenge the status quo
  • DECISION MAKING – This role will be required to display the ability to make good decisions and / or lead a sound decision-making process
  • INFLUENCING SKILLS – This Leader will have the ability to successfully inspire peers, subordinates, and managers in such a way that they believe in and are drawn to the core values of MAWD
  • PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

  • Performs tasks of high complexity
  • Meets budget requirements by ensuring expenses are managed appropriately
  • Consistently delivers quality work during allotted times
  • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and proficiency in Supply Chain functions
  • Presents commitment to core values of the organization and ensures Laboratory employees do the same
  • QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

    Education / Certifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field
  • Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CPIM are advantageous.
  • Experience in a manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain environment.
  • Experience / Abilities :

  • 3 - 5 years of proven experience in cost accounting, purchasing, or a combination of both roles.
  • Ability to organize all aspects of supply chain, from procurement to raw material deployment
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong computer literacy required
  • Demonstrated ability to work with substantial amounts of data, including diligent checks for accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • TRAVEL AND HOURS

  • This position is full-time, Monday through Friday 8 : 00 am – 5 : 00 pm
  • Limited travel is required with this position (less than 10%)
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • employee is regularly required to talk or hear
  • employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
  • employee is occasionally required to lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
  • What we offer : We work hard at MAWD for our patients but in turn we provide competitive salaries and generous benefit offerings.

    Specifically, we offer the following benefits to full-time employees :

  • Competitive salary
  • Generous paid time off and Paid Holidays
  • Minimal cost health insurance for you and affordable options for your family
  • 401(k) with immediate eligibility and match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid long term disability coverage
  • Affordable vision and dental plans
  • Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account availability
  • EEO STATEMENT

    It is the policy of MAWD Pathology Group to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status or any other characteristic prohibited by state or federal law.