Supply Chain Analyst

Progress Rail; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting rate

Flexible working hours

On-site parking

Novated leasing options

8 weeks paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Progress Rail is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to manage demand, optimize inventory and oversee purchasing for ~26,000 items. You will drive safety stock settings, BOM data management and data accuracy in the ERP system, while aligning with environmental and safety values.

You will monitor demand signals, lead-time adherence and stock levels, supporting continuous improvement and efficient procurement across the maintenance and manufacturing network.

Qualifications

• 3+ years OEM, rail, aviation, logistics, mining or supply chain experience preferred.
• 3 years planning or purchasing experience in manufacturing or maintenance.
• Demonstrable knowledge of quality processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage demand signals, inventory stocking strategies and system governance.
• Coordinate end-to-end purchasing and expediting based on demand data.
• Inform material masters and safety stock settings using historical usage.
• Run vendor back-order reports and ensure orders are placed 4+ months ahead.
• Maintain data integrity in D365 for inventory and PO settings.

Skills

Demand forecasting

Inventory optimization

Purchasing

Lead‑time management

Data analysis

Job description

Progress Rail is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. and a leading provider of rolling stock, infrastructure and advanced technologies for global rail customers. The company delivers EMD® locomotives and engines, trackwork, signaling, fasteners, and comprehensive locomotive and freight car services, along with aftermarket parts and recycling. Its technology portfolio includes data analytics, automation, connected assets, predictive maintenance and yard optimization tools. With support from Caterpillar and a network of nearly 150 locations worldwide, Progress Rail delivers innovative, reliable solutions to the rail industry. Learn more at progressrail.com

About the role

The position of Supply Chain Analyst is accountable for all matters of demand, inventory optimisation and planning (purchasing) as relates to the approx. 26,000 items of inventory held and managed. Role accountabilities include driving Progress Rail Vision Zero and environmental programs, including demonstrated leadership of all safety, health and environmental values; management of demand signals (external, service, maintenance, fleet growth / retirement and systems; inventory optimisation (stocking strategies (BAU and project related) and systems governance) and purchasing (end-to-end buying, expediting, item settings and data management).

This includes

• – EXTERNALdemand related signals, specifically order quantity, accuracy of demand forecasts, demand placed within lead-time, NEW vv UTEX, unit of measure and obsolete / superseded items
• - SERVICErelated signals, specifically and demand placed within lead-time
• - MAINTENANCErelated signals and demand placed within lead-time
• - FLEET GROWTH/RETIREMENTrelated signals, specifically approved NEW items for growth fleets and zeroing out settings for fleets earmarked for retirement
• - SYSTEMrelated signals, specifically unit of measure settings and visibility of item coverage

Informing material masters, safety stock settings, specifically historical usage, minimum order quantities and lead-time

Accurate Document Handler uploads within D365 to support changes to Inventory and / or PO settings

Purchasing of all inventory based on all demand signals (sales orders, demand forecast, BOM’s, inventory journals and safety stock settings)

Ensuring orders are placed a minimum of 4 months in advance and running of vendor back-order reports

Monthly data cleansing (old/expired PO’s and regular review of safety stock settings)

Management of centralised (and local) purchase orders including firming, amending, cancelling and expediating

Transaction management of non-conformances and warranties

Desired but not essential

3 + years original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or rail, aviation, logistics, mining or supply chain industry experience

3 years operational or planning experience in a manufacturing, maintenance or supply chain environment

Significant planning, buying or purchasing experience

Demonstrable knowledge of quality processes and systems

Personal Qualities

Very strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills

Detail orientated and process driven

Self-starter with a strong work ethic

Ability to be a collaborative team player and/or work autonomously

Effective organisational and time management skills

Self-motivated to drive a positive organisational culture

What We Offer

• Competitive starting rate with opportunities to increase based on skill set and/or length of service.
• Great work life balance with flexible working hours
• Supportive & Dynamic team Opportunities for ongoing training to increase your skill set.
• Secure on-site parking.
• Novated leasing options available
• Great work life balance with our Monday to Friday work week.
• Opportunities for growth and career development
• Access to mentoring programs
• 8 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer at full pay following 12 months of service

About Our Process

At Progress Rail, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted for a role, including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug & alcohol testing and / or reference checks.

If you are wanting to grow in a dynamic company that caters to a great work life balance, come work for us.