Senior materials analyst job description
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Senior materials analyst requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in senior materials analyst job postings.
Sample senior materials analyst requirements
- Bachelor's degree in material science or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials analysis
- Knowledge of materials testing and characterization techniques
- Proficient in data analysis and statistical methods
- Strong understanding of materials properties and behavior
Sample required senior materials analyst soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Senior materials analyst job description example 1
Danfoss senior materials analyst job description
The Senior Supply Chain Analyst reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager. Primary function is to plan and allocate materials in a continuous improvement culture to provide timely delivery to customers with minimal inventory investment. This includes timely release requirements against customer orders to support manufacturing requirements and coordinating interface with suppliers on delivery. This role also analyzes large sets of data with the objective of providing timely and accurate feedback to customers, operations and leadership. Actively support and strive to meet the strategic goals set by yourself, the facility and Danfoss.
Job Responsibilities
* Timely planning and execution of work orders to support daily operations, including reviewing work order material shortages and executing timely delivery of raw materials for production including prompt and proper actions to MRP planner messages.
* Determines order points, appropriate order quantities, safety stock and related inventory controls; evaluates deviations from normal guidelines on assigned parts by recommending alternative actions to be employed in the event of failure to meet production schedules.
* Support daily production and communication meetings; inform supervisor and shop floor of material shortages that adversely affect the production plan and schedules.
* Support data analytics regarding translating large, complex data sets into easily understood summaries to be used for presenting to senior leadership and customers.
* Lead materials projects that will improve visibility of drivers to eliminate roadblocks to achieving plant performance goals.
* Ability to leverage strong MS Excel skills to highlight areas of focus that will drive process improvements.
* Ensure that material and capacity are planned correctly, researching present and potential material shortages and incorporating corrective actions.
* Identify and execute opportunities to increase On-Time Delivery while decreasing inventory investment.
* Participate in identifying, communicating, and resolving supplier problems through the development and maintenance of ethical supplier relationships that foster a desire to furnish new ideas and promote cooperation with Eaton on an on-going basis.
* Maintain and project inventory positions that satisfy asset management goals and minimize risk of product obsolescence.\
* Support Part Activation activities and Change Management policies as needed including Engineering Change Notices (ECN) execution including implementing changes to computer records and evaluating changes in inventory and customer requirements influenced by the ECN
Background & Skills
* Required (basic) qualifications -
* Bachelor's Degree in Business or Manufacturing Related Field and three (3) years' experience in a related role OR
* High School Diploma and ten (10) years' experience in a directly related role.
* Preferred qualifications -
* 5 years' experience in a production planning role
* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
* SQL Query Language and VB.net coding
Danfoss - Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder's mindset 'action speaks louder than words', we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 40,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 40,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Job Responsibilities
* Timely planning and execution of work orders to support daily operations, including reviewing work order material shortages and executing timely delivery of raw materials for production including prompt and proper actions to MRP planner messages.
* Determines order points, appropriate order quantities, safety stock and related inventory controls; evaluates deviations from normal guidelines on assigned parts by recommending alternative actions to be employed in the event of failure to meet production schedules.
* Support daily production and communication meetings; inform supervisor and shop floor of material shortages that adversely affect the production plan and schedules.
* Support data analytics regarding translating large, complex data sets into easily understood summaries to be used for presenting to senior leadership and customers.
* Lead materials projects that will improve visibility of drivers to eliminate roadblocks to achieving plant performance goals.
* Ability to leverage strong MS Excel skills to highlight areas of focus that will drive process improvements.
* Ensure that material and capacity are planned correctly, researching present and potential material shortages and incorporating corrective actions.
* Identify and execute opportunities to increase On-Time Delivery while decreasing inventory investment.
* Participate in identifying, communicating, and resolving supplier problems through the development and maintenance of ethical supplier relationships that foster a desire to furnish new ideas and promote cooperation with Eaton on an on-going basis.
* Maintain and project inventory positions that satisfy asset management goals and minimize risk of product obsolescence.\
* Support Part Activation activities and Change Management policies as needed including Engineering Change Notices (ECN) execution including implementing changes to computer records and evaluating changes in inventory and customer requirements influenced by the ECN
Background & Skills
* Required (basic) qualifications -
* Bachelor's Degree in Business or Manufacturing Related Field and three (3) years' experience in a related role OR
* High School Diploma and ten (10) years' experience in a directly related role.
* Preferred qualifications -
* 5 years' experience in a production planning role
* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
* SQL Query Language and VB.net coding
Danfoss - Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder's mindset 'action speaks louder than words', we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 40,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 40,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
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Senior materials analyst job description example 2
Raytheon Technologies senior materials analyst job description
Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight-designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we're seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight-beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that's evolving fast to the future.
Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
This role is a new role added for business unit 8100 to support material flow and delivery assurance on weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) shift. The mission of this role will be to ensure a smooth "week to weekend transition" for critical material and part flow for all business unit parts. It will also include filling in, as needed, for weekend supervisory duties in the absence of the business unit weekend supervisor.
Responsibilities:
Typical duties for this role include, but are not limited to:
Driving detail-level execution to weekend plan for critical part / process movement and deliveries (raw material receipts / inducts, flow in North Berwick in/out of cell, vendor assist receipt / delivery tracking, and delivery to pack/mods).
Accurately updating part trackers / line of balance delivery tools for key products and parts.
Following shared resource weekend prioritization and flow to / from these areas (inspection, layout, shared services).
Maintaining strong communication to materials manager and cell leadership of deviations to plan, and recovery steps taken to prevent gaps.
Utilizing SAP to track part movement, inventory, and deliveries.
Assisting with technical SAP delivery execution challenges / needs (examples include allocation, shortages, horizon issues) alongside BU working leads/SFCs.
Participate in Friday BU start up and afternoon turnover meetings, and critical parts call CEPAP).
Represent the BU for weekend gemba to cover quality/shared services/vendor assist needs to match weekend plan and present out CEPAP delivery updates.
Project work for SFC organization including Aged WIP / Aged QN support, as needed.
Filling in as a go-to resource in the absence of BU supervisor. This is an individual contributor role; however, training will be provided to support basic supervisory topics such as attendance, safety, and policies, to support the BU in the event the cell leader is absent.
Flexibility to overlap on Mondays, as needed.
Basic Qualifications:
+ A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience
+ Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
Preferred Qualifications:
+ This individual should be detail oriented, dependable, and self-driven. Must have strong communication / interpersonal skills, and teamwork mindset.
+ Strong detail-oriented planning experience
+ Experience with lean production systems and part flow strategies/ scheduling
+ Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
+ Analytical, problem solving & mathematic skills
+ Demonstrated flexibility / adaptability in high stress, ambiguous environments
+ Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize
+ Strong computer skills (Examples: SAP, Solumina, Microsoft Office)
What is my role type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight-beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that's evolving fast to the future.
Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
This role is a new role added for business unit 8100 to support material flow and delivery assurance on weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) shift. The mission of this role will be to ensure a smooth "week to weekend transition" for critical material and part flow for all business unit parts. It will also include filling in, as needed, for weekend supervisory duties in the absence of the business unit weekend supervisor.
Responsibilities:
Typical duties for this role include, but are not limited to:
Driving detail-level execution to weekend plan for critical part / process movement and deliveries (raw material receipts / inducts, flow in North Berwick in/out of cell, vendor assist receipt / delivery tracking, and delivery to pack/mods).
Accurately updating part trackers / line of balance delivery tools for key products and parts.
Following shared resource weekend prioritization and flow to / from these areas (inspection, layout, shared services).
Maintaining strong communication to materials manager and cell leadership of deviations to plan, and recovery steps taken to prevent gaps.
Utilizing SAP to track part movement, inventory, and deliveries.
Assisting with technical SAP delivery execution challenges / needs (examples include allocation, shortages, horizon issues) alongside BU working leads/SFCs.
Participate in Friday BU start up and afternoon turnover meetings, and critical parts call CEPAP).
Represent the BU for weekend gemba to cover quality/shared services/vendor assist needs to match weekend plan and present out CEPAP delivery updates.
Project work for SFC organization including Aged WIP / Aged QN support, as needed.
Filling in as a go-to resource in the absence of BU supervisor. This is an individual contributor role; however, training will be provided to support basic supervisory topics such as attendance, safety, and policies, to support the BU in the event the cell leader is absent.
Flexibility to overlap on Mondays, as needed.
Basic Qualifications:
+ A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience
+ Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
Preferred Qualifications:
+ This individual should be detail oriented, dependable, and self-driven. Must have strong communication / interpersonal skills, and teamwork mindset.
+ Strong detail-oriented planning experience
+ Experience with lean production systems and part flow strategies/ scheduling
+ Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
+ Analytical, problem solving & mathematic skills
+ Demonstrated flexibility / adaptability in high stress, ambiguous environments
+ Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize
+ Strong computer skills (Examples: SAP, Solumina, Microsoft Office)
What is my role type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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Senior materials analyst job description example 3
Delta Air Lines senior materials analyst job description
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Delta Material Services
12-May-2022
Ref #: 14380
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
The Sr. Analyst develop and maintain DMS metrics, scorecard, business case analyses, and analyses & creation of various program reports as well as company business/operations performance metric reporting. This individual will work closely with various DMS teams, TechOps Finance, Maintenance departments, Fleet Planning & Transactions, Quality, Materials, Planning and Engineering.
This position is based in Atlanta, GA and will report to the DMS Director-Asset Monetization.
Primary Responsibilities:
+ Develop automated reports and analysis with the direction from senior DMS leaders
+ Leverage data and analytics to support process improvement and project management
+ Develops and presents scenario analysis and sensitivity matrices.
+ Coordinates the harvest program savings reporting, weekly/monthly program performance analysis and reporting.
+ Perform financial analysis to improve program yield in part-out assets.
+ Drive analytics, preparation and distribution of various program metrics, vendor scorecards, and periodic business performance reports to DMS and its stakeholders.
+ Analyze the performance of DMS versus plan by working with Sr. leaders and generates specific plans for DMS to drive change and track progress.
+ Coordinate goal setting and driving consistency in the application of data as a management system through standardized reporting and analysis
+ Present findings to DMS leaders
+ Develop advanced analytics solutions for complex business problems
+ Have a team first attitude with the success of our team and business partners as their top priority
+ Be intellectually curious, ask questions and speak up when they have an idea
+ Be "Do-ers" and are not afraid of failure, but instead learn from each experience and improve
+ Make things happen without frequent management direction and know when to communicate status or escalate issues to their manager, teammates or stakeholders.
+ Enjoy working in a high-profile environment with fluid priorities, ambiguity and extremely aggressive deadlines.
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
+ Advanced computer/database skills (Excel, Hyperion/Brio, SAP etc.), expertise in statistical analysis is preferred.
+ Strong experience in creating and maintaining Tableau reports.
+ Demonstrated skills in advanced analysis and presentation.
+ Excellent problem solving and analytical skills are required.
+ Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and relationship-building skills required
+ Able to present complex material in a concise but comprehensive manner.
+ Must be a strong team player; detail oriented, and has the ability to work well under pressure.
+ Appropriately handles confidential information, requires minimal supervision and should be able to work under strict deadlines and on multiple projects concurrently.
+ Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
+ Demonstrates DMS Core Values of Integrity, Respect, and Perseverance.
+ Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
+ Embraces diverse people, thinking and styles
+ Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority
+ Must be comfortable working in group and individual settings.
+ Embraces diverse people, thinking and styles. Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.
+ Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
+ Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or other business-related quantitative discipline and three years of recent experience in relevant positions preferred.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings through this site, apply for jobs through Delta's online system, or at any point in the selection process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please click here
Delta Material Services
12-May-2022
Ref #: 14380
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
The Sr. Analyst develop and maintain DMS metrics, scorecard, business case analyses, and analyses & creation of various program reports as well as company business/operations performance metric reporting. This individual will work closely with various DMS teams, TechOps Finance, Maintenance departments, Fleet Planning & Transactions, Quality, Materials, Planning and Engineering.
This position is based in Atlanta, GA and will report to the DMS Director-Asset Monetization.
Primary Responsibilities:
+ Develop automated reports and analysis with the direction from senior DMS leaders
+ Leverage data and analytics to support process improvement and project management
+ Develops and presents scenario analysis and sensitivity matrices.
+ Coordinates the harvest program savings reporting, weekly/monthly program performance analysis and reporting.
+ Perform financial analysis to improve program yield in part-out assets.
+ Drive analytics, preparation and distribution of various program metrics, vendor scorecards, and periodic business performance reports to DMS and its stakeholders.
+ Analyze the performance of DMS versus plan by working with Sr. leaders and generates specific plans for DMS to drive change and track progress.
+ Coordinate goal setting and driving consistency in the application of data as a management system through standardized reporting and analysis
+ Present findings to DMS leaders
+ Develop advanced analytics solutions for complex business problems
+ Have a team first attitude with the success of our team and business partners as their top priority
+ Be intellectually curious, ask questions and speak up when they have an idea
+ Be "Do-ers" and are not afraid of failure, but instead learn from each experience and improve
+ Make things happen without frequent management direction and know when to communicate status or escalate issues to their manager, teammates or stakeholders.
+ Enjoy working in a high-profile environment with fluid priorities, ambiguity and extremely aggressive deadlines.
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
+ Advanced computer/database skills (Excel, Hyperion/Brio, SAP etc.), expertise in statistical analysis is preferred.
+ Strong experience in creating and maintaining Tableau reports.
+ Demonstrated skills in advanced analysis and presentation.
+ Excellent problem solving and analytical skills are required.
+ Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and relationship-building skills required
+ Able to present complex material in a concise but comprehensive manner.
+ Must be a strong team player; detail oriented, and has the ability to work well under pressure.
+ Appropriately handles confidential information, requires minimal supervision and should be able to work under strict deadlines and on multiple projects concurrently.
+ Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
+ Demonstrates DMS Core Values of Integrity, Respect, and Perseverance.
+ Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
+ Embraces diverse people, thinking and styles
+ Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority
+ Must be comfortable working in group and individual settings.
+ Embraces diverse people, thinking and styles. Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.
+ Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
+ Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or other business-related quantitative discipline and three years of recent experience in relevant positions preferred.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings through this site, apply for jobs through Delta's online system, or at any point in the selection process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please click here
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Updated March 14, 2024
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