Supply Chain Associate

Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. in Lake Mary, Florida is looking for a Supply Chain Associate (Internship)

SUMMARY

The Supply Chain Associate Analyst provides strategic business support services for supply chain related activities. The learning objectives for this internship are to provide comprehensive support covering a wide range of disciplines to help both Operational Excellence colleagues and the integrated supply chain group to make more-informed business decisions. Responsibilities cover key support activities that include but are not limited to; database creation and cleanup, using statistical and lean methodologies to uncover and correct process inefficiencies, KPI/metrics related dashboard creation, supplier diversity initiatives support, and business systems cleanup and development. Responsibilities may require at times unassisted interaction and support with supply chain personnel and other departments to achieve various responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of Senior Analyst, Supply Chain Management:

• Collect, cleanup, and review a wide range of data to uncover hidden patterns, correlations, risks, market trends, customer preferences and other useful information that can help supply chain make more-informed business decisions. Job functions may also include using automated tools to extract data from primary and secondary sources.

• Assistance or creation of multi system/database connected dashboards to further communicate corporate level KPIs and trends.

• Maintenance and coordinated development of business systems affecting sourcing KPIs and internal dashboards. Coordinated development may require interaction with other departments and disciplines to discover methods and trends affecting corporate KPIs and dashboards.

• Supporting small to mid-size data analysis projects and assisting other supply chain personnel on larger more complex projects related to operational business.

• Review assigned business processes from end-to-end to identify efficiency gaps and address operational, financial, and technological risks.

• Using statistical and lean tools to identify, analyze, and interpret patterns and trends in complex data sets and/or procedures that could be helpful for the diagnosis and prediction

• Supporting supplier diversity initiatives inclusive of historical data cleanup, supplier verification, content/collateral creation, and external event support (as needed).

• Working with integrated sourcing personnel to review historical costs, cost savings, usage cycle, and long range forecast of a specific commodity or group of commodities for further analysis.

• Support integrated supply chain project management, expediting, and buyer deliverables/goals (as needed).

• Collect data to identify economic factors that affect sourcing's objectives.

• Compilation of training materials for business systems and processes.

• Possible collection, compilation, and analysis of supplier's audited financial statements to determine health.

• Possible collection of news and data related to supplier performance, relevant industry trends, and macroeconomic factors using business portals and public domain resources.

• Possible collect and analysis of data related to Mitsubishi Power Domestic/International suppliers as well as competitor suppliers.

• Perform other such duties as may be required.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures reporting all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources.

• Participate in proactive team efforts and leadership to achieve departmental, company and individual goals and objectives.

• Contribute to building a positive team spirit.

• Communicate effectively with subordinates and management at all levels.

• Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of 3rd parties.

• Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree (BS) program at a four-year accredited College or University. Degree or concentration preferences include but are not limited to: Engineering (all disciplines), Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Economics, International Business, Etc

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, growth rate, proportions, discounts, interest. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to understand managerial/financial accounting practices and theory related to audited financial statements is preferred.

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Computer Skills: Proficient computer skills including email, word processing, and presentation software (ideally Microsoft). Intermediate to advanced spreadsheet skills (Microsoft Excel) are preferred (intermediate to advanced skills to include but aren't limited to: Lookup functions, Multi Axis Charts/Graphics, Macros). Preferred but not required would be intermediate to advanced skills pertaining to programming languages that interact with databases, visualization tools, and online systems (ie Python).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to stand and walk. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection may be recommended and/or required in some areas).

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
Paid vacation, sick time and holidays.
Committed to quality product and services.
Great working environment and culture.
Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.

Mitsubishi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.