Materials Analyst

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.  

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?  

Position Description

The Materials Analyst will be responsible for supporting the materials management team in various activities related to raw materials. They will assist in analyzing data, managing inventory, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring the availability of materials for production.

Essential Functions:

• Support the materials management team in analyzing data and generating reports related to raw materials inventory, usage, and procurement.
• Deliver results for all key metrics: Fill rate, aged inventory, DOS, safety stock, forecast accuracy, transfers, working capital, downtime due to materials
• Analyze inventory levels and demand to create supplier quantity contracts and/or forecast based off tiered pricing for optimal ordering amounts.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining accurate records of inventory levels, ensuring proper documentation and tracking of materials.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as production planning and procurement teams, to ensure timely availability of materials for production.
• Coordinate with suppliers to obtain necessary information, such as lead times, capacity, and availability, to support accurate material planning and forecasting.
• Assist in vendor management activities, including maintaining vendor information, tracking supplier performance, and addressing any issues or concerns.
• Assist and participate in the development and implementation of material planning strategies, including forecasting, safety stock management, and inventory optimization.
• Support the execution of purchase orders and monitor order fulfillment to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Identify and communicate any potential risks or issues related to material availability, quality, or pricing to the materials management team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as quality assurance and production, to resolve any material-related issues or discrepancies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material planning processes, streamline inventory management, and optimize supplier relationships.
• Assist in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the materials management team.
• Assist in coordinating new product launches, network changes, discontinuations and/or redesigns, and see them through to completion.
• Provide support for special projects as required.
• Adapt to evolving responsibilities, as duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Please note that this job description provides a general overview of the expected responsibilities and activities. It may not encompass all duties or tasks required of the employee, and new responsibilities may arise as needed

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field preferred.
• Prior experience in food/ beverage manufacturing, sourcing or supply chain highly desirable.
• 3+ years of SAP experience preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Proficient MS Office skills, particularly Excel.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Data driven, analytical with strong problem solving skills.
• Excellent communicator and strong team player who is able to work across multiple functions.
• Ability to work under pressure with limited guidance but with the business acumen to drive the correct decisions based upon company pillars.
• Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
• Relates well to people, resolves conflicts, understands and me