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SummaryThe role of the Field Supply Associate IV is to support the vehicle repair process through inventory planning, purchasing negotiation, process compliance and training to ensure business growth, cost savings and customer retention across his/her area. This position reports to the Field Inventory Planning Manager and provides support to the Director of Operations & the FMS Operations organization.Hours: 7:00am to 5:00pmSchedule: Monday - FridayTravel is required (25%-50%)This job will support the FMS Ops Blue Grass BU and Great Lakes BU.Essential FunctionsSupports DOO and DQFM in all aspects of inventory, tire, and outside repair vendor management as expert for areaMeasure, track and perform on-going analysis to ensure inventory purchasing, tire applications, outside repair and financial objectives are metAccountable for key purchasing and inventory measurements and controls across his/her areaSupport, communicate and ensures compliance with all company-wide mandated parts, tire and outside repair policies, procedures and processesSupport, communicate and implement all corporate & regional inventory management, tire management and outside repair vendor management initiativesTrain, develop, provide input for performance management of personnel within assigned business unit (CSC, PRP, TRPs, etc.)Support, visit and build relationships with local, regional and national suppliersAP Field Support - capture/ show tactical solutions; track/ report defects and create feedback loop for all Accounts Payable functions for their assigned locations/BU'sAdditional ResponsibilitiesDevelop a local inventory model for each supported locationEnsure parts room layout is consistent with standardsSupport and/or participate in location inventory counts and inventory planning activities for all location closures, start-ups and take-oversManage parts aging and obsolescence to eliminate obsolete parts reserveMonitor local purchasing for each Ryder location to verify that vendor is honoring national and local negotiated pricing levelsProvide training to shop personnel on inventory & purchasing proceduresCoordinate weekly virtual scrap tire processConduct branch reviewsContribute to the control of 800s/discretionary spend by developing and monitoring an 800s budget for each location/BU; provide feedback to location mgmtPerforms other duties as assignedSkills and AbilitiesEffective leadership skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skillsEffective interpersonal skillsAbility to influence internal and/or external constituentsAbility to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)Ability to work independently and as a member of a teamFlexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environmentCapable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skillsDetail oriented with excellent follow-up practicesKnowledge of Parts Operations, Purchasing, Truck Parts & Assemblies advanced requiredQualificationsH.S. diploma/GED requiredThree (3) years or more in purchasing, parts and inventory management, maintenance operations requiredKnowledge of Parts Operations, Purchasing, Truck Parts & Assemblies advanced requiredDOT Regulated: NoRyder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr