Supply Chain Analyst

Our client is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to support a manufacturing operation by managing supplier relationships, inventory levels, and purchase order performance.

About the role

This individual will oversee approximately 15-20 suppliers, ensuring materials are delivered on time to support production while driving supplier accountability and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires strong analytical skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage 15-20 supplier accounts and ensure timely material deliveries.
• Monitor purchase orders, shipment schedules, and inventory availability.
• Review supplier open-order reports and proactively address delivery risks.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, shortages, delays, and recovery plans.
• Conduct 5 Why (5Y), 8D, or similar root cause investigations and drive permanent corrective actions.
• Partner with Operations, Planning, Purchasing, and other cross-functional teams to support production requirements.
• Analyze supply chain performance and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Support both tactical and strategic supply chain initiatives.
• Communicate project status, risks, and business impacts to leadership.
• Develop and implement process enhancements that improve efficiency and supplier performance.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects related to inventory management, supplier performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide backup support to supply chain leadership and team members as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field preferred.
• Experience in supply chain, materials planning, purchasing, inventory control, procurement, or supplier management.
• Experience conducting root cause investigations using 5 Why, 8D, or similar methodologies.
• Proven experience managing material shortages, supplier escalations, recovery plans, and corrective actions.

Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:
  • VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
  • HLOOKUP
  • Pivot Tables
• Experience working within ERP systems in a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $40.87/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position based in Holland, MI.