Wednesday, January 18, 2012

[KITlist] Senior Supply Chain Analyst (Santa Clara, CA)

Please direct your responses to: https://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_affymetrix/external/en-us/gateway.do?functionName=viewFromLink&jobPostId=5568&localeCode=en-us

POSITION DESCRIPTION (Req. 5018):

The senior supply chain analyst coordinates logistics activities with third party logistics providers, internal departments, forwarders and carriers. Also responsible for maintaining inventory control/accuracy, as well monitoring shipments and received goods in accordance with the procedures. The analyst will also be involved in analyzing data, determining root causes and driving corrective action. Will also participate in and lead teams involved with continuous and process design improvement.


PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support efforts through analysis and process improvement to meet inventory, cost and customer satisfaction goals

• Provide analytical support using Excel and/or Access

• Maintain supply chain metrics and determine root cause analysis

• Lead and/or participate in cross functional process and operation improvement opportunities

• Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy

• Review and correct discrepancies between ERP system and 3PL

• Co-ordinate with Warehouse personnel and Buyer/Planner on timely delivery and collection of goods

• Prepare shipping documents as needed

• Coordinate/handling and storage of Chemicals and DG goods per IATA and WSH compliance

•Maintain proper records of all shipping documents

•Responds to internal and external inquiries

•Complies with company quality management systems, policies and procedures

•Provides mentorship, if applicable

•Additional duties/responsibilities according to business needs


POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor´s degree
5 - 7+ Yrs of related experience:

COMPETENCIES
- Interpersonal skills
- Results oriented
- Program Project Management


LEVEL OF AUTOMNOMY AND COMPLEXITY:

• Experienced professional with full comprehension of established principles, theories, concepts to resolve an extensive range of issues

• Demonstrates good judgment in applying appropriate action resolve issues of diverse scope requiring analysis and evaluation of factors

• Contributes to establishment of organization´s objectives; error in judgment or failure to achieve objectives will have crucial impact and will require extensive addition of resources to correct errors and achieve goals

•Receives little instruction and creates own methods for resolution of everyday tasks; receives general directions for new projects; work is assessed for achievement of goals


EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
Employees are required to support the organization´s quality policy and quality objectives by exhibiting the following behaviors on the job: competence, collaboration, integrity, innovation, respect, commitment, accountability, and ownership. All employees are expected to take responsibility for maintaining company quality standards and to notify management if additional training is needed to meet the position requirements and/or to stay current with job standards and competencies needed.


ABOUT AFFYMETRIX
Affymetrix (AFFX) is a pioneer in creating breakthrough tools that are driving the genomic revolution. The vision, innovation, and devotion of Affymetrix employees help us empower scientists around the world to alleviate human suffering. It is not just the sheer power of our technology that inspires us; it is the potential for it to help people.

The culture at Affymetrix is based on core values of daring, passionate and platinum. Our employees create a highly energized, team-oriented work environment. We are an employer committed to supporting the aspirations and achievements of our employees and offer our employees a comprehensive, competitive program of benefits and a corporate culture based on core values of daring, passionate and platinum.

***Affymetrix is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, veteran status, disability or other protected status. Our commitment to a diverse workforce is demonstrated through all aspects of our hiring and employment practices. ***


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https://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_affymetrix/external/en-us/gateway.do?functionName=viewFromLink&jobPostId=5568&localeCode=en-us

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