Analyst

This role is responsible for identifying and improving the outcomes of warehousing and operational processes to improve efficiencies, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction, while ensuring a safe working environment. The analyst will have an indirect leadership role at the DC and will work with the rest of the local leadership team to achieve desired operational outcomes, comply with all company policies, and embrace a culture of continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building the safety culture, including Behavior Based Safety analytics / reports and safety assessment coordination.

• Managing the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system as a power user, optimizing warehouse processes in receiving, picking, shipping, cycle counting, office and reporting.

• Building the housekeeping culture through 5S education / execution and zone audits.

• Driving accuracy improvements through error analytics / reporting, standard work instructions, and preventative measures.

• Driving productivity improvements through time studies, expectation setting, and process improvement initiatives.

• Improving engagement by improving the onboarding / orientation structure and training.

• Optimizing space through capacity / utilization assessments.

• Liaison with technical experts to support local system infrastructure.

• Teaching / Coaching local leaders about continuous improvement methodology and lean thinking, helping to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

• Serve as back-up to other DC leaders to ensure that daily / weekly procedures are followed when other leaders are absent.

This role covers both Portland and Fontana but will be based in Portland.

• Four-year degree from an accredited college / university preferred

• Deep commitment to continuous improvement & safety (Lean / Six Sigma / Behavioral Based Safety methodologies)

• Persuasive communicator / strong facilitator / structured and logical thinker

• Ability to challenge the status quo

• Self-directed

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong computer skills: Excel, Power Point, Access, etc.

• Distribution as well as EWM / SAP experience preferred

• More than 1 year of experience preferred, but skill set, applicable internships, and potential will be considered

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.