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Position Summary

The Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for optimizing the use of company assets in the acquisition of goods and services. Develop knowledge about supply of materials, formulating short and long term strategies to insure quality and continuity of supply while minimizing cost.

Job Responsibilities

+ Analyzes internal usage patterns and external market trends for assigned items.

+ Calculates stocking requirements to keep inventory at acceptable levels.

+ Primary liaison between Caris Life Sciences and the supplier for communication of product requirements, timelines, sample requirements, inventory builds, and ongoing material requirements.

+ Purchase corporate requirements for assigned materials from approved and qualified suppliers in sufficient lead-time to prevent material shortages.

+ Meet with suppliers’ sales representative in order to evaluate their services and products to seek out cost reductions, quality improvements, or new products.

+ Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with established Purchasing and Accounting policies, and standards of ethical conduct.

+ Communicates updates to both internal and external customers.

+ Secures settlements with suppliers on any issues that have caused company losses (poor quality, delivery delays, etc.).

+ Obtains best price, terms and conditions from approved suppliers.

+ Expedites solution of any issues that arise in relation to delivery date, quality, quantity, and cost of purchased material.

+ Recommends cost savings improvements through changes of purchasing systems, sources, and quality.

+ Performs periodic inventory audits for assigned items.

+ SCS Level I will be responsible for lab-wide consumables (CMI and R&D).

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree

+ Knowledge of general supply chain and/or inventory planning

+ Proficient in Excel

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with computer operations, cost/price analysis and accounting/invoicing practices

+ Knowledge of materials requirement planning and inventory control techniques

+ Self-motivated with above average interpersonal skills

+ Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and with all management levels within the organization

+ Works well in a team environment

Physical Demands

+ Will work at a desk / computer as well as the occasional use of copiers, fax machines, and scanners.

+ Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.

+ Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

+ Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.

+ Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Required Training

+ All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

+ Willingness to work shift work and overtime is required. At times may be required to work weekends/holidays.

+ Travel rarely required.

**Conditions of Employment:** Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Caris Life Sciences is a leading innovator in molecular science and artificial intelligence focused on fulfilling the promise of precision medicine through quality and innovation.

Caris is committed to quality and excellence at our state-of-the-art laboratories. Learn more about our tissue lab and the advanced technologies that are helping improve the lives of cancer patients.