Strategic Supply Chain Analyst - REF1118A

Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on Twitter.

Elbit Systems of America – Night Vision, LLC.

Elbit Systems of America – Night Vision is a world leader in night vision technology, with more than two million Generation 3 image intensifier tubes produced and providing integrated solutions that meet customers' evolving challenges. During its 60-year production legacy, the company has secured more than 90 night vision related patents and supplies nearly 100 allied countries with their products. The company has more than 500 talented employees and operates in Roanoke, Virginia.

Job Description

Job Activities (at the ESA Level):

Facilitate and work on the development and implementation of the ESA Supplier Onboarding process. This includes working collaboratively with Supplier Quality, IT, Suppliers, Supply Chain and other functions while facilitating meetings, action item creation/closeout to ensure a well-documented and controlled process for the onboarding of new suppliers to ESA.

Facilitate and work on the development and implementation of the ESA Supplier Website. This includes working collaboratively with Supplier Quality, IT, Legal, Supply Chain and other functions while facilitating meetings, action item creation/closeout to ensure a professional and effective site for suppliers to obtain information on how to interact with ESA, what ESA expectations are of suppliers and provide resources.

Assist in the ongoing effort to harmonize ESA/ESL suppliers to provide a better ability to collaborate regarding spend strategies and category management practices. This includes better reporting of ESA data, standardized processes and ongoing reviews between ESA and ESL procurement organizations.

Duties:

• Create and support a variety of initiatives and projects to align with strategic Supply Chain initiatives
•  Improve and streamline processes while implementing  new services and integrating new data sources
• Ensure the projects are to be executed on schedule and serve as change agent for communications plan and training
•  Coordinate with ESA team to develop requirements  of implementation of new Supplier Onboarding support system
• Collaborate with global team to support  Supplier Master Data projects with parent company, including but not limited to, Supplier Harmonization, supplier spend analysis, and cost saving opportunities
•  Document internal processes  and work instructions that come with process improvements
• Facilitate and develop the implementation of the ESA Supplier website with cross functional team
•  Participate in formulation of key metrics and forecasts
• Collect, analyze and present supply chain metrics to upper management

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations or equivalent related is required.  MBA or Master’s Degree preferred.
• Green Belt or Yellow Belt certification with training or project completion preferred.
• Requires a minimum of 5+ years of experience in business analysis or a related field.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Commodity Management experience desired
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and conceptual thinking skills.
• Knowledge of fixed pricing agreements and vendor managed inventory.
• The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience creating detailed reports and presentations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to prioritize initiatives based on business needs and requirements.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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