Supply Chain Analyst

Next Meters is a leading designer and manufacturer of specialized submetering systems. Formerly known as Next Century Submetering Solutions, the company is dedicated to revolutionizing how we measure, monitor, and manage essential resources. Our mission is to promote the conservation of utilities for the betterment of our communities. Headquartered in Providence, Utah, Next Meters serves a worldwide client base by providing innovative, conservation-focused metering solutions that monitor the electrical and water consumption of homes, mobile homes, businesses, and high-rise buildings.

Next Meters strives to cultivate a culture of collaboration and learning, innovation, and employee engagement. We provide cutting-edge wireless technology, intuitive software, and plug-and-play hardware solutions, setting a new industry standard.

Next Meters is seeking a detail-oriented, high-energy Manager of Supply Chain to lead the daily execution of our supply chain and materials operations. Reporting directly to the Director of Supply Chain (DOSC), the Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the strategic vision set by leadership is translated into operational success. This role focuses on maintaining the integrity of our manufacturing plans, managing vendor communications, and overseeing the

data accuracy of our ERP and product management systems. The Manager serves as a critical bridge between Engineering, R&D, and our manufacturing partners to ensure a resilient and efficient pipeline of material.

Manufacturing & MRP Management

• Manufacturing Plan Execution:
  Reconcile quantities with physical inventory at manufacturing sites.
• MRP Maintenance:
  Update weekly Demand and Burndown forecasts to ensure current data and maintain at least three months of finished goods inventory and a six-month forward pipeline of material coverage.
• Procurement:
  Execute purchase orders with vendors based on MRP reviews to maintain required inventory levels.
• Reporting:
  Prepare and distribute weekly inventory reports to align the Tampa and Providence teams on supply chain activity, sales rates, and engineering changes.

Systems &Data Integrity (Net Suite & UDA)

• Component Data Management:
  Maintain accurate component data in UDA, including part numbers, technical specifications (in coordination with Engineering), and lifecycle status (Production, Prototype, or EOL).
• BOM Administration:
  Enter all new and revised Bills of Materials (BOMs) into Net Suite, ensuring they align perfectly with the "In Production" versions in UDA to prevent inventory deduction errors.
• Transaction Management:
  Oversee item transfers and purchase order receiving across all Net Suite locations, including Raw Materials In-Transit, Cape, and BMM warehouses.
• Open PO Oversight:
  Review and maintain the Open PO Report weekly to update delivery dates and maintain reliable pipeline visibility for MRP outputs.
• Cost Management:
  Support semiannual quoting processes to ensure competitive raw material pricing and identify long-lead components early to support proactive planning.

R&D Support & Logistics

• Prototype Development:
  Collaborate with Engineering to develop initial prototype BOMs, track supplier lead times, and generate initial costed BOMs to support strategic purchasing decisions.
• Logistics Management:
  Create and track shipments between suppliers, vendors, manufacturing partners, and internal facilities in Tampa and Providence.
• Internal Support:
  Coordinate engineering-related inbound packages and support internal shipment requests for Next Meters employees.

Experience and Education

• 3-5+ years of experience in supply chain management or materials management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems (Net Suite preferred) and product data management software (UDA).
• Proven experience in managing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
• B.S. in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Certification in supply chain management (APICS) or experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies is preferred.