Danfoss · 12 hours ago
Associate Analyst / 1st Shift
Ames, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expDanfoss is a family-owned company that engineers solutions to increase machine productivity and reduce emissions. As an Associate Analyst, you will support Factory Services and the Inventory Control team by providing accurate data and improving material flow to enhance operational standards.
Industrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Use SAP and advanced Excel reporting to provide Factory Services with accurate data for informed, data-driven decisions
Gather and document accurate data for PFEP analysis and improvement work
Monitor and enforce plant-wide compliance with material flow standards; identify, report, and correct deviations
Support redesign and optimization of roller rack layouts to improve flow and efficiency
Maintain consistent labeling standards across all areas to improve organization and identification
Identify materials that do not meet safe material flow practices (weight, size, packaging, orientation, etc.)
Collaborate with assembly, machining, and logistics to address inventory and material flow concerns
Complete assigned tasks within scheduled timelines to keep workflow moving
Make recommendations to improve inventory accuracy
Support inventory continuous improvement projects
Assist the Inventory Technician team as needed
Work with external suppliers, including the factory 3PL provider, to ensure material flow standards are followed
Work with external suppliers and intercompany partners to ensure the right product is delivered when production needs it
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred
5–6 years of related experience preferred
Strong SAP knowledge and hands-on experience, including material movement, warehouse functions, and inventory management systems
Advanced computer skills, especially Excel, along with Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, PowerApps, and Power BI knowledge
Solid understanding of Standard Work with the ability to create, update, and maintain SW documents
Quality-driven and process-focused mindset
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly assess and respond
Able to communicate clearly with internal and external partners, both written and verbal
Self-starter with a proactive approach
Flexible and able to shift tasks with little notice
General knowledge of inventory controls and inventory flow
Preferred
4-Step problem-solving training preferred
Benefits
13th salary
Annual bonus
Paid vacation
Pension plans
Personal insurance
And more
Company
Danfoss
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Advanced Propulsion Centre UK
2018-08-14Grant
Leadership Team
Ricardo Schneider
CEO & President Danfoss Turbocor
Bryan Menezes
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