EPP Asset Management and Supply Chain Associate (Supply Management) Topeka, KS

Functional Purpose

Performs a variety of asset management and supply chain activities using postal policies within the Supply Management department. Asset management and supply chain activities include conducting analyses, drafting documents, and supply chain recommendations, and reviewing demand and supply forecast plans for assigned items to support USPS planning strategies. This is the first level of a three-grade career ladder for supply chain professionals to develop the competencies, technical knowledge, and skills needed for success in the full performance of the SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER EAS-21 position. At this level, incumbents apply entry-level technical knowledge, skills, and abilities to support department programs and projects. Candidates entering this career ladder will work closely with a mentor/coach and execute an Individual Development Plan outlining developmental requirements which have been tailored to the employee.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Performs entry-level demand and supply forecast and planning assignments designed to develop a broad understanding of Postal Services Asset Management and Supply Management functions and internal policies and procedures.
2. Assists with business planning requirements by monitoring forecasts for assigned items and issuing purchase requisitions as required to meet future demand.
3. Reviews forecasts and supply plans for assigned items. Coordinates with suppliers and buyers to ensure supply plans can be met.
4. Learns to utilize Postal Services Supply Management and Asset Management planning systems software and technical materials to complete assigned tasks.
5. Participates in the decision-making process to ensure that end-of-life factor decisions are considered in future supply plans, informing other asset management groups when new EOL information is obtained.
6. Conducts analysis and investigation of issues impacting assigned process areas under close guidance. Works with peers in other organizations to investigate matters that have a broad, cross-process impact.
7. Analyzes data and interfaces with other Asset Management personnel regarding supply chain processes to evaluate the efficiency of operations against customer and supplier requirements.
8. Assists with recommending and implementing continuous improvement efforts and initiatives. Monitors and validates the expected results and recommends how to measure the effectiveness of new or revised plans, policies, principles, practices, or business rules upon assigned program operations.
9. Develops and maintains cooperative work relationships with cross-functional team members.

Requirements

1. Knowledge of Supply Planning techniques and execution.
2. Ability to conduct research, including analyzing data collected, and make recommendations based on the findings.
3. Knowledge of asset management practices, including how assets are managed and distributed across an organization.
4. Knowledge of standard business practices and techniques used to deliver business results.
5. Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with cross-functional team members.
6. Ability to communicate orally and in writing at a level sufficient to prepare documents and exchange technical information with customers and stakeholders.
7. Ability to perform market analysis of pricing and identify trends to determine price reasonableness.
8. Ability to use a variety of system-based tools to evaluate and monitor inventory.
9. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Possession of a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering or a closely related field from a college or university accredited by a national or regional accreditation organization recognized and sanctioned by the U.S. Department of Education. Must graduate by FEBRUARY 2025.
10. Ability to use continuous improvement tools and employ quality principles including benchmarking and project management tools.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH A TRANSCRIPT AND RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO START MARCH 15 or JULY 12, 2025 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

**Reimbursement of relocation expenses will be authorized per Postal Policy**

**This position requires a NACI clearance. This process can take up to 6 weeks from the date the offer letter is returned** This is a two-step application process requiring you to create a profile and submit an application for the position you are applying for.