Job ID: req4925
Job Category: Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Location: Hamel, MN, US
Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Supply Chain Services
Reports to: Director; Global Supply Chain
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
LORAM MAINTENANCE OF WAY. Loram is a leading supplier of track maintenance and friction management services and equipment in North America and around the globe. We provide maintenance of way services to all Class I railroads and many short lines, transit and commuter railroads. Loram has more than 250 machines and 2,300 friction management units located in 16 different countries.
Over 60 years of serving the railroad industry with the most advanced technologies, the most reliable and productive maintenance of way equipment and the expert services that set Loram apart. That’s the Loram difference.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join our team. This role is responsible for analyzing supply chain data, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements to optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of supply chain processes, and the ability to work cross-functionally to drive data-informed decisions
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
- Work with functional leaders global to identify key improvement insights; Drive action plans through functional leaders with standard reporting and cadences.
- Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports in Power BI to monitor key supply chain metrics.
- Automate data collection and reporting processes using Power BI and other tools.
- Collaborate with procurement, logistics, quality, manufacturing, and warehouse teams to streamline processes.
- Support the data analytics to forecast demand and inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives by analyzing supplier performance and cost data.
- Assist in the implementation of supply chain software and tools.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management using visual storytelling techniques in Power BI.
- Versatile in supporting ad hoc reporting and analytics as business needs develop.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience: 2+ years’ experience in a supply chain, logistics, data analysis role, business process management or related experience. Experience working cross functionally with other business functions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in Power BI for data modeling and dashboard creation.
- Strong understanding of supply chain concepts.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Continuous process improvement methodologies and/or demonstrated ability to improve processes
- Expertise in all Microsoft applications, ERP systems, IT-tools supporting the source to pay process
- Strong analytical and communication skills both written and verbal
7+ Year’s combination of experience and education in business administration, supply chain, process management, procurement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Manufacturing Industry Experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Being able to work with different departments and prepare, support, and drive change of processes
- Experience in developing meaningful presentations and presenting to all levels of the organization
- Expertise in IFS (ERP system)
- Business certifications (APICS, PMP, CPM, etc)
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Office work requires sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May include up to 15% travel domestically and potential for international travel
- Fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
Starting pay for the position is between $70,200 – $87,750.
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
REV: JUNE 2025
Job ID: req4925
Job Category: Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Location: Hamel, MN, US
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Supply Chain Services
Reports to: Director; Global Supply Chain
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
LORAM MAINTENANCE OF WAY. Loram is a leading supplier of track maintenance and friction management services and equipment in North America and around the globe. We provide maintenance of way services to all Class I railroads and many short lines, transit and commuter railroads. Loram has more than 250 machines and 2,300 friction management units located in 16 different countries.
Over 60 years of serving the railroad industry with the most advanced technologies, the most reliable and productive maintenance of way equipment and the expert services that set Loram apart. That’s the Loram difference.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join our team. This role is responsible for analyzing supply chain data, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements to optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of supply chain processes, and the ability to work cross-functionally to drive data-informed decisions
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
- Work with functional leaders global to identify key improvement insights; Drive action plans through functional leaders with standard reporting and cadences.
- Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports in Power BI to monitor key supply chain metrics.
- Automate data collection and reporting processes using Power BI and other tools.
- Collaborate with procurement, logistics, quality, manufacturing, and warehouse teams to streamline processes.
- Support the data analytics to forecast demand and inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives by analyzing supplier performance and cost data.
- Assist in the implementation of supply chain software and tools.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management using visual storytelling techniques in Power BI.
- Versatile in supporting ad hoc reporting and analytics as business needs develop.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience: 2+ years’ experience in a supply chain, logistics, data analysis role, business process management or related experience. Experience working cross functionally with other business functions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in Power BI for data modeling and dashboard creation.
- Strong understanding of supply chain concepts.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Continuous process improvement methodologies and/or demonstrated ability to improve processes
- Expertise in all Microsoft applications, ERP systems, IT-tools supporting the source to pay process
- Strong analytical and communication skills both written and verbal
7+ Year’s combination of experience and education in business administration, supply chain, process management, procurement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Manufacturing Industry Experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Being able to work with different departments and prepare, support, and drive change of processes
- Experience in developing meaningful presentations and presenting to all levels of the organization
- Expertise in IFS (ERP system)
- Business certifications (APICS, PMP, CPM, etc)
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Office work requires sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May include up to 15% travel domestically and potential for international travel
- Fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
Starting pay for the position is between $70,200 – $87,750.
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
REV: JUNE 2025
ABOUT
Based in Hamel, Minnesota, Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. designs and builds some of the most sophisticated railway maintenance equipment in the world, delivering high quality products and services to our global customers. This is made possible by employees who are passionate about delivering advanced equipment, innovative solutions, and unrivaled customer service.
For more information about Loram go to:
Based in Georgetown, Texas, Loram Technologies, Inc. provides innovative solutions for the railroad industry. From our friction management application systems to our Aurora® track inspection systems, our products are technologically advanced, safer, more efficient, and more productive than traditional maintenance methods.
For more information about LTI go to:
http://www.loramtechnologies.com
Loram is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Supply Chain Services
Reports to: Director; Global Supply Chain
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
LORAM MAINTENANCE OF WAY. Loram is a leading supplier of track maintenance and friction management services and equipment in North America and around the globe. We provide maintenance of way services to all Class I railroads and many short lines, transit and commuter railroads. Loram has more than 250 machines and 2,300 friction management units located in 16 different countries.
Over 60 years of serving the railroad industry with the most advanced technologies, the most reliable and productive maintenance of way equipment and the expert services that set Loram apart. That’s the Loram difference.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join our team. This role is responsible for analyzing supply chain data, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements to optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of supply chain processes, and the ability to work cross-functionally to drive data-informed decisions
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
- Work with functional leaders global to identify key improvement insights; Drive action plans through functional leaders with standard reporting and cadences.
- Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports in Power BI to monitor key supply chain metrics.
- Automate data collection and reporting processes using Power BI and other tools.
- Collaborate with procurement, logistics, quality, manufacturing, and warehouse teams to streamline processes.
- Support the data analytics to forecast demand and inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives by analyzing supplier performance and cost data.
- Assist in the implementation of supply chain software and tools.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management using visual storytelling techniques in Power BI.
- Versatile in supporting ad hoc reporting and analytics as business needs develop.
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Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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