Job: Supply Chain Analyst
Job Description
Job Type: Full time, Salaried
Wage: $55,000-$70,000/yr.
Location: Penrose, CO.
Job Description:
Estes Energetics, along with its subsidiary Goex Industries, is an American manufacturer of black powder, chemicals, and rocket motors. Our agile and experienced team is proud to make products that support the Department of Defense, strengthen domestic production, preserve history, serve hunting and shooting sports enthusiasts, and ignite a passion for rocketry in our youth. Whether we’re performing research into energetic materials and products, or standing up American-made production, count on us to find a solution.
Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to manage our end-to-end supply chain processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing inventory management, vendor relations, purchasing processes, material compliance, and contract management. This opportunity offers room for advancement. As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in making products that help save lives, defend freedom, preserve history, and keep the United States and its allies on the technological leading edge.
Essential Functions:
- Manage and maintain optimal inventory levels, including raw materials, ensuring certifications and compliance are up to date and in spec.
- Set and monitor reorder points to avoid stockouts and excess inventory.
- Own and manage the entire purchasing process, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of materials.
- Ensure all purchases comply with the company’s purchasing policies and procedures.
- Negotiate terms and contracts with vendors to secure favorable agreements.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors to ensure reliability and quality of materials.
- Conduct vendor performance evaluations and take corrective actions when necessary.
- Ensure all materials meet contract-specific required compliance standards and certifications.
- Manage and maintain contract documentation, ensuring all agreements are up to date and legally compliant.
- Own the Inventory ERP system, ensuring accurate data entry and maintenance of records.
- Generate regular reports on inventory status, purchasing, and vendor performance.
- Conduct periodic audits of inventory as needed.
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely and efficient delivery of materials and finished products.
- Optimize logistics operations and reduce costs.
- Collaborate with production teams to analyze schedules and align inventory levels accordingly.
Competencies, Experience, and Education:
Required
- 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, purchasing, or logistics.
- Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful vendor management.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and inventory management software.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Desired
- Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CPSM).
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Work Environment
The work will be primarily in office and manufacturing environments.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
- Frequent movement through a manufacturing environment.
- Use of personal protective equipment appropriate to the work location.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Typical workdays are on a 5-day week. Employees are expected to work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional overtime may be required during busy periods.
Salary
55,000 - 70,000 Depending on Experience
Benefits
Estes Energetics maintains a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health insurance through an ICHRA.
- Life and disability insurance – 100% paid by the company.
- 401(k) retirement plan with 7% company match.
- Single, comprehensive paid time off (PTO) policy.
- 8 paid holidays.
Work Authorization:
Must be a US citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Program:
Estes Energetics provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Additional information is available at: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.