Materials Analyst

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

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JOB Title: Materials Analyst
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
PAY RANGE
The base pay for this role ranges from $49,200.00 to $97,600.00. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
 
BENEFITS
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include but are not limited to:
•    Paid Time Off
•    401(k) Plan
•    Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
•    STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
•    Education Assistance
 
General Summary
The key individual responsible for creating a detailed weekly / daily short term production schedule aligned to the master schedule. Manage customer demand information. Analyze customer demand variation and escalate significant volume changes. Respond to changes/issues. Work closely with the master scheduler, customer service team and manufacturing to ensure that customer demand is met 100 % on time. Maintain FG / WIP inventory targets. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)
•    Manage customer demand, review, analyze & track variation and take action to address issues
•    Alters schedules if changes in customer demand so dictates
•    Create detailed weekly / daily production schedules
•    Ensure schedules are distributed in a timely manner to the production floor
•    Communicate and address scheduling issues due to resource/material constraints
•    Escalate critical material issues to supervisor 
•    Establish and maintain ERP planning and inventory control parameters
•    Support compliance of ERP system adherence, system accuracy and integrity
•    Report, monitor and control department KPI’s, i.e. production schedule attainment, root cause analysis and follow up to action plans to contribute to the overall manufacturing objectives, company goals and customer satisfaction 
•    Participate in projects that drive continuous improvement
•    Support material flow by assisting with PFEP, supermarket and delivery route development
•    Support new customer part number set up
•    Align with engineering changes, product balance outs and new product launches
•    Align with Quality as required in resolving the disposition of non-conforming materials
•    Conform to company policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and cost-efficient environment
•    Be familiar with and ethically operate in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and governmental procedures relative to reporting activities
Qualifications - Required Skills: 
•    SAP experience in Production Planning & Materials Management Modules
•    Experience in production planning (Automotive manufacturing preferred)
•    Strong computer, analytical, problem solving, and communications skills
•    Demonstrated competency in the MS Office Suite of products, especially Excel
•    Must be well-organized, and have good oral and written communications skills
Qualifications - Desirable Educational / Work Experience:
•    Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) or equivalent in Supply Chain Management or Business Management; or BS/BA Degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•    3 to 5 years of applicable production planning experience (SAP preferred)
•    APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) CPIM certification desirable
•    Applied lean manufacturing techniques including value stream mapping, leveling demand, Kanban calculations and techniques 
•    Training in Problem Solving Methods
The preceding job description is intended to provide general guidelines and parameters for the job and is not intended to be a comprehensive, detailed description of the job.  The manager and the employee should mutually establish detailed job expectations.  Additional information for Coach by work area follows.