Assoc Materials Management Analyst

Key contact between the affiliate and other functional departments Quality Assurance, Finance, Global Trade Compliance, and Distribution and Logistics
- Monitor inventories on hand at affiliates and take action if and where appropriate based on available inventory, lead times and size of orders
- Ensure that production and shipping schedules are aligned and coordinate and process outbound shipments
- Ensure systems are kept up to date with the latest info and customers are informed timely
- Own and drive affiliate calls to review and improve performance and drive continuous improvements
- Track, analyze, and report on defined KPI's (volumes, cost, "on-time" performances), to improve customer service and increase efficiency
- Offers innovative ideas and solutions to maximize business opportunities and address challenges
- Creates impact with ideas for the larger organization and anticipates and responds to changes
- Influences others and is viewed as a credible and respected role model (coach/mentor) and resource among peers for onboarding/training new employees
- Be process owner and project lead for some of the key processes for the function
- Bachelor level required (Master level preferred) preferably in Operations, Supply Chain or Business Management
- 3 years work experience in a similar environment, is preferred
- Must be experienced with ERP systems preferably SAP
- Be a team player with focus on improvement and a strong drive for results
- Must possess good analytical skills
- Excellent written and oral Dutch and English communication skills are required
- Excellent organizational skills are required
- Possess strong problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Steps up and takes leadership to own challenges
- Persistent and resilient when confronted with obstacles and resolves issues in a timely manner