Senior Logistics Analyst

Howmet Aerospace

. Understand inventory management and JIT / Min-Max / logistics programs .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeTorrance • California • United StatesSenior💰 $70,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management, logistics programs, and customer service, with a strong focus on negotiation and communication skills. Proficient in analyzing customer demand and coordinating with various functions to optimize inventory levels and shipping processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory ManagementLogistics ProgramsCustomer ServiceNegotiation SkillsOracle Applications

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Hard Skills

Inventory AnalysisDemand ManagementOrder AdministrationContractual CommitmentsProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Oracle ApplicationsIntermediate ExcelWordCOP/QADGCSWorkbench

Industry Keywords

Fastener IndustryManufacturing TerminologyJITMin-MaxCustomer Demand

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Understand inventory management and JIT / Min-Max / logistics programs
Administer and review customer orders and blanket orders, including price, quantity, delivery, terms, and conditions
Perform customer service and resolve routine and complex customer issues
Download customer demand and inventory data daily or as necessary
Review customer demand and inventory data to release customer orders for shipping and manage demand and inventory levels
Decide, assist, and advise on quantity allocation among multiple customers when inventory is insufficient
Negotiate deliveries with internal suppliers and external customers
Analyze customer demand, requirements, contractual commitments, specifications, and other data to improve logistics program activities
Coordinate with shipping, warehouse, manufacturing, information systems, purchasing, and quality assurance functions
Discuss and negotiate customer demand, forecasts, inventory requirements, and inventory levels; identify consumption fluctuations and seek resolutions
Coordinate follow-up between customers and manufacturing sites
Advise customers about schedule changes
Coordinate RMAs and CERs to resolve discrepancies
Analyze and recommend improvements for inbound and outbound product flows, inventory movement, inventory levels, product consolidation, and shipments
Contribute to process, methodology, and work-practice improvements, including project execution and completion
Provide input to forecast management groups for appropriate production order runs
Assist with other demand management activities as directed
Meet with customers on or off site as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or Equivalent
5-year related experience in purchasing, logistics and customer service
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Must be able to work on site in California at a Howmet Fastener facility in either Torrance, Carson, Fullerton, or City of Industry
Familiarity with fastener industry part numbers and general manufacturing terminology
Excellent negotiation skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of Oracle Applications, Word, Intermediate Excel, COP/QAD, Oracle, GCS, Workbench, and web-based applications

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
Paid holidays and vacation time
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
Life insurance and disability coverage plans
Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)