Senior ERP System Analyst - Supply Chain

Serve as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for ERP system functionality and support across manufacturing, supply chain, inventory, and purchasing functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage ERP data accuracy, including bills of materials (BOMs), inventory records, item master data, and system transactions.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance reports, dashboards, and analytics that support business decision-making.
• Partner with operations leadership to align production planning activities with customer demand and business objectives.
• Analyze manufacturing and supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support inventory management processes and assist in maintaining inventory accuracy across the organization.
• Collaborate with purchasing and supply chain teams to support procurement planning and material availability.
• Monitor production performance and provide operational reporting related to schedule attainment and throughput.
• Work with internal stakeholders and external consultants to implement ERP enhancements, upgrades, and reporting solutions.
• Assist with resolving system, inventory, receiving, purchasing, and accounting discrepancies.
• Support customer requirements related to electronic data interchange (EDI) and operational reporting.
• Participate in annual physical inventories and ongoing inventory reconciliation efforts.
• Maintain documentation, procedures, and best practices related to ERP processes and data governance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, and business operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience supporting ERP systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with ERP platforms and manufacturing software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience with production planning, inventory management, purchasing, or supply chain processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across departments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create meaningful reports and present data-driven recommendations to leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting ERP reporting, implementation, upgrades, or continuous improvement projects.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations, scheduling, inventory control, procurement, and quality processes.
• Experience working with EDI transactions and customer data requirements.
• Familiarity with SQL, business intelligence tools, or advanced data analysis techniques.

Education

Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Systems, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience will be considered.

Key Competencies

• ERP Systems Administration
• Manufacturing Operations Support
• Production Planning
• Inventory Management
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Supply Chain Coordination
• Business Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Data Integrity & Governance

Pay

Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $100,000 USD annually.

Schedule

Permanent position based in Chicago.