The Senior Analyst, PDC Ops – Investment position purpose is to support translations of project proposals. Responsibilities includes analyzing RFQ (Request for Quote) process, pricing review and negotiation, as well as budget control and invoice management. It involves research, compilation, and analysis of data to ensure supplier quotations align with the benchmark, tracking and managing costs, explaining any variances, and coordinating projects and updates with PDC OPS and Lean Operations Depts. This role also includes project management tasks, completion reporting, as well as supporting Leadership, Coordinators, and Admin’s requests and questions. The Senior Analyst, PDC Ops - Investment is expected to conduct market research and data analysis of raw materials and components for future investments. Supports in all aspects of Capital planning and acquisition, facilities improvement & maintenance and accounts payable for the PDC network. Works with their team to ensure that all capital investment proposals and projects milestones/goals are met from beginning to end, while adhering to approved budgets.
Key Responsibilities
PROCUREMENT: (30%)
- Complete and translate full business cases for Capital Investment under the direction of Management and Coordinators
- Capital investment business case presentation to Senior Managers
- Submit RFQs to supplier for established bidding processes, monitor award process and submit “Letter of Intent” to suppliers. Attention needed to ensure labor costs, machine costs, and material costs are consistent and accurate.
- Oversee PDC Supply inventory and purchasing costs, and help choose cost-effective vendors.
- Assist with negotiations and contracts for services and materials.
- Work with suppliers and help manage their performance. Participate in supplier selection and assess, monitor, and control direct costs related to accessory parts by discussing and agreeing on prices.
- Drive deal negotiation and structuring
BUDGET CONTROL AND INVOICE MANAGEMENT: (15%)
- Review, endorse, and track project budgets and spending.
- Assist and Support annual Capital Investment plans for the distribution network
- Help manage budget differences by collaborating closely with procurement and project management teams.
- Make sure that invoices are processed accurately and on time, and communicate with suppliers and our internal finance team.
- Check invoices for errors and differences.
- Prepare and maintain expense reports.
- Assist financial administrators in annual budget creation process, and ensure GLs remain in good standing throughout the year
- Assist that financial administrators analyze operational forecasts to ensure that blanket POs remain in good standing
PROJECT MANAGEMENT: (15%)
- Support and contribute to individual-led projects, like acquiring equipment for facilities, while working together with Project Managers on larger team initiatives.
- Break down tasks for individual projects, set timelines, and assess potential risks and opportunities as a team.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify and clarify the requirements, scope, and objectives of individual projects.
- Actively track the progress of individual projects, address issues together, and keep everyone informed about project status.
- Work closely with Project Managers to provide support and share information for team projects.
- Ensure resources are available and appropriately allocated for individual projects, managing schedules and expectations.
- Assist team in managing cradle to grave investment projects to successful completion
- Work with team in creating executive investment planning and project decks
- Lead new facility start up investment and expense projects
- Assist cost savings initiatives ensuring that each facility selects best vendor during competitive bidding process
ON TIME LAUNCH: (15%)
- Monitor the vendor's activities to ensure the timely delivery of materials to support project completion.
- Help and support team members in handling purchase orders, making sure supplies arrive on time from suppliers, and handling invoices to complete orders.
- Oversee project deadlines, progress, and outcomes to ensure a timely launch
NETWORK SUPPORT: (10%)
- Continuous analysis of PDC equipment requirements based on updates in employee headcount and IB/OB volumes.
- Collate Capital Expenditure requests from all SCM sources (PDC Managers, SCM HQ Management Team, Coordinators) and submit Budgetary summaries for review and approval
- Monitor and measure supplier performance based on cost, quality and delivery criteria.
- Assist team in ensuring all owned facilities remain in good repair
OTHER DUTIES: (15%)
- Support the purchasing department’s continuous improvement initiatives.
- Review project proposal
- Suggest improvements to MPA and Vendor purchasing systems to improve efficiencies, communication, and lead times for deliveries.
- Perform ancillary duties as requested by management
Work Schedule & Travel Requirements
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
- Occasional overnight travel (up to 20%) by land and/or air.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or similar field is preferred but not required.
Experience Requirements
- 4-6 years of automotive industry experience is preferred.
- Project management
- Supplier relations management
- Experience with supplier quotations and bidding process
- Contracts administration experience
- Select and manage vendors, obtain quotes, negotiate price/services and award contracts.
- Forecasting and/or Ad hoc reporting
- Experience with Asset management
- Experience in Banking / Financial Services – Financial Manager/Capital Investment
- Investments management, Facilities management and accounts payable (SAP) desired
- Warehouse Operations knowledge a plus
Skills
- MicroSoft Suite required, SAP desired
- Proficiency in modeling company financial, performing valuation analysis, deal structuring and negotiation
- Superior work ethic, strong desire to learn, and uncompromising attention to detail
- Excellent analytical, research and organizational skills
- Project manager skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,518.54 - $92,214.85 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fountain Valley, CA 92708: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fountain Valley, CA 92708