[Hiring] Material / Inventory Analyst @Slate Auto

Role Description

Slate is looking for an energetic and organized Material / Inventory Analyst to join our growing team. As a Material / Inventory Analyst, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, purchasing, and inventory of service parts and accessories to ensure availability to Slate’s end customers, Service Partners, and delivery hub locations. You will work cross-functionally with the Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SI&OP) team, Slate’s warehouse / 3PL, Purchasing, and our suppliers.

• Collaborate with the Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SI&OP) team to understand the requirements of your portfolio of parts.
• Place and track purchase orders (through our ERP System) to the suppliers of the Service Parts and Accessories in your portfolio of parts.
• Work collaboratively with suppliers on reviewing and improving lead times, minimum order quantities, rounding values, and other related purchase data to optimize inventory stored at Slate’s warehouse / 3PL.
• Monitor parts inventory levels and work collaboratively with suppliers on expediting and de-expediting orders based on actual orders received.
• Devise and implement parts level strategies and procedures to drive efficient inventory control, leading to optimized inventory levels.
• Own the tactical (day-to-day) supplier relationships while fostering long-term partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Material Management, Material Analytics, Operations, or equivalent is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management, preferably working in Material Management.
• Strong analytical skills, with sufficient understanding of basic and advanced material management processes and practices.
• Proficiency in ERP Systems and Project Management tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or other data analysis tools, such as SmartSheets, Tableau, Alteryx, or other scripting tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an understanding of how to present complex data in easily understood ways to multiple levels with the business.
• Strong problem solving capabilities, with attention to detail.
• Comfortable in start-up environments.
• A proactive, “one company” teammate with a continuous improvement approach.
• Capability to work cross-functionally with external partners and internal teams, building strong relationships that produce positive results.

Requirements

• Must have the ability to travel (up to 10%).
• Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• Vacation and 401k.
• Eligibility to participate in the equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program.

Salary Range

The compensation for this position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Annual Base Pay Range: $79,386 to $140,840 USD

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Why Join Team Slate?

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy