Iron Systems is an innovative, customer-focused provider of custom-built computing infrastructure platforms such as network servers, storage, OEM/ODM appliances & embedded systems. For more than 15 years, customer have trusted us for our innovative problem solving combined with holistic design, engineering, manufacturing, logistic and global support services.

Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst IV
Location: US - CA - Fremont

Job Description: Summary:

• The main function of a Supply Chain Analyst is to define, build, manage and measure global asset management.
• A typical Supply Chain Analyst may be responsible for buying goods and services, and analtse performance of suppliers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical development of innovative inventory planning and logistics processes 
• Review and potentially optimize suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors.
• Own the end-to-end asset management process and systems globally 
• Define and analyze metrics that inform the success of products 
• Drive automation on an aggressive timeline with a team of world-class engineers and designers 
• Develop and maintain a well-coordinated internal relationship with key decision makers and with the wider enterprise organization 
• Approve purchases of the highest quality products at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
• Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Instruct staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Instruct staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
• Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
• Expert ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.
• Expert ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
• Expert leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Expert knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
• Expert knowledge of supply chain management.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field required.