Logistics Area Analyst

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.  

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com. 

This will be a on-site position which will require you to work in the office 5 days a week and must reside in the Portland, OR area.

The Logistics Area Analyst reports to the Plant Manager, and has the following responsibilities: 

• Set an example as a champion of safety & environmental compliance, participate in the office safety team, complete inspections and training
• Schedule shipments for area and manage all paperwork
• Connect with and schedule third party carriers to ensure on time delivery of product to customers
• Manage plant cycle counting, communicate and ensure compliance with all plant policies and procedures and maintain appropriate records 
• Support plant training systems

• Monitors local carrier performance and participates in carrier improvement efforts with 3rd Party Logistics provider

• Manage MRP settings and order raw materials for area
• Manage relationships with raw materials vendors
• Communicate any changes to vendors & raw materials to area
• Manage all office supplies, office equipment, uniforms, and other supplies for the site
• Manage RedZone and support SMOG reduction efforts for area
• Support other sites as needed

Required Skills:  

• 3+ years’ of operations experience in a manufacturing environment 
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations, and equipment usage. 
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills and be able to work with all levels of management. 
• Proficiency using with Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, and Excel 
• Enterprise software experience. 
• Knowledge of safe work practices and environmental regulations. 
• Must be detailed oriented and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to effectively interact with plant personnel, third party logistics team and carriers, and internal functional groups.  
• Basic skills in English (writing and speaking) 

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Requirements: 

• SAP Experience
• Demonstrated customer service skills and mindset 
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority  
• Demonstrated facilitation across stakeholder groups to achieve resolution of issues and consensus  

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]

The expected compensation range for this position is between $69,000.00 and $115,000.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.