Assoc Supply Chain Analyst/Supply Chain Analyst

The associate supply chain analyst / supply chain analyst gathers data and conducts analysis of various data sets and processes. Provides recommendations of actions to improve efficiency, process improvements, and reduce costs. The supply chain analyst will be knowledgeable with procurement systems and reporting tools. This role will work collaboratively with multiple departments including, but not limited to: procurement, engineering, operations, suppliers, and external logistics providers. Gather knowledge from business units on the upstream and downstream processes with a primary focus on system improvements and/or maintenance. Where appropriate, participate in development and implementation of action plan.

Monitors demand and supply for operations with the goal of optimizing and maintaining appropriate inventory levels. Maintain and prioritizes supply chain analytics to ensure equipment and material are obtained in a timely fashion with an emphasis on quality, cost and availability. (35%)

Assists in analysis of various processes and data sets to provide recommended actions to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Review processes and inventory levels within storerooms to successfully manage supply and demand. (35%)

Review storeroom storm response procedures to assure timely availability of materials in restoration. Coordinate emergency deliveries and material requests from internal and external sources. (15%)

Adhere to procurement policy and procedures including reports review and accuracy for compliance and auditing. (10%)

Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. (5%)

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, data analytics, business or related field. (Typically four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an bachelor's degree.)

One year of related work experience for the assoc supply chain analyst position.

3+ years of related work experience for the supply chain analyst position.

Preference will be given to candidates with operations management, economics, computer science or statistics background or experience in purchasing, materials management or material management information systems.

Effective analytical and problem-solving skills to recognize patterns in data, information or events to draw logical conclusions and to make recommendations for action.

Knowledge of computer systems with skills to use software packages for creating spreadsheets, databases and for writing reports. Excellent interpersonal skills, a customer service focus and the ability to work as a member in a team-oriented environment. This includes the ability to provide instruction, guidance and information to others.

MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.