Position Summary
The Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating material flow to support production schedules and customer requirements. This role works closely with manufacturing, procurement, inventory control, and suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed while maintaining optimal inventory levels. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to proactively identify and resolve supply chain issues.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain material plans to support production schedules and customer demand.
Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate material availability while minimizing excess inventory.
Review and manage material requirements, shortages, and replenishment activities.
Coordinate with suppliers to track deliveries, expedite critical materials, and resolve supply issues.
Collaborate with production, purchasing, and operations teams to ensure alignment of supply and demand.
Analyze inventory, forecast, and planning data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Utilize ERP systems (SAP preferred) to manage material planning, inventory transactions, and reporting.
Monitor supplier performance and communicate material status updates to key stakeholders.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, planning processes, and supply chain efficiency.
Participate in cross-functional meetings to address production challenges and supply chain concerns.
Maintain accurate planning data, including lead times, safety stock levels, and material master information.
Assist in resolving material shortages and production disruptions through proactive problem-solving.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
2+ years of material planning, production planning, supply chain, manufacturing, or related experience.
Experience working with ERP systems; SAP experience is preferred.
Understanding of manufacturing processes and material flow within a production environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
Comfortable working directly with manufacturing teams and on the production floor when necessary.
Work Environment
This role is fully onsite in Fitchburg and requires a strong presence on the production floor and in the supermarket area to stay closely connected to how materials are consumed and replenished. You will work within a modern, cloud-based ERP environment, specifically Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and engage daily with AI-driven data, MRP tools, and reporting dashboards. The work setting is highly collaborative, bringing together Materials, Production, Sales, Product, Operations, and Supply Chain team members. The culture emphasizes inclusion, kindness, curiosity, and respect, with a focus on building robust processes and KPIs in a small-company setting where there is significant room for growth and strong mentorship from supply chain professionals.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fitchburg, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $31.25/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fitchburg,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
