Operations Analyst
One‑year contract position based in Houston, TX (Equipment Processing Center). Starting salary $48,000 – $60,000, dependent on experience.
Job Purpose
Perform the functions necessary to reconcile all inventory grief, including on‑hand overages and shortages, supplier discrepancies, operations return grief, receipt grief, shipment errors, and posting receipts. Maintain cooperative team relationships with onsite 3PL. Conduct systematic SAP Mach1 (or other materials system) research based on historical inventory movements to determine the appropriate course of action for reconciliation.
Responsibilities
- Perform random and scheduled inventory and receipt audits as directed.
- Work independently while promoting cooperative team relationships in day‑to‑day support of the facility and 3PL.
- Conduct counts on physical inventory, track inventory, and identify sources of discrepancy.
- Communicate all adjustments and issues to the Supply Chain Management group.
- Investigate and document root‑cause corrective action for discrepancies.
- Execute daily inbound receipt processing in Mach1 and investigate aged/missing ASNs.
- Perform reconciliation functions related to inventory control and receipt accuracy of Caterpillar on‑hand material, supplier discrepancies, and shipment errors.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of equivalent experience.
- Expert‑level Microsoft Excel – formulas (VLOOKUP, MATCH, etc.), pivot tables, charts, and graphs.
- Intermediate‑level SAP Mach1 experience (Good Receipts, Inventory, open inbound deliveries, etc.).
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills for interaction at all organizational levels.
- Ability to develop strong, trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to investigate and communicate root causes of discrepancies.
- Capability to deep‑dive into processes and suggest continuous‑improvement opportunities.
- Self‑starter who can perform in high‑pressure, dynamic situations.
- Self‑motivated with an extreme desire to succeed.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Pay
Starting salary $48,000 – $60,000, based on experience.
About Wallenius Wilhelmsen
Wallenius Wilhelmsen is a global leader in shipping and logistics with more than 9,000 colleagues across 28 countries. The company moves vehicles, equipment, and goods worldwide through innovative and sustainable solutions, aiming to transform the industry toward zero emissions. Its culture is built on safety, the values “We Care, We Challenge, We Commit,” and a commitment to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace.