Supply Chain Analyst
Job Description
The Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for managing 15-20 suppliers, primarily for their plant. If a supplier provides parts to both the local plant and headquarters, the Supply Chain Analyst will manage inventory for both locations. This role involves managing purchase orders (POs) that are received, delayed, or not received. The analyst will receive an open order report each Monday from suppliers detailing PO shipments. Communication with suppliers will primarily be via email, with occasional phone calls regarding PO status. If an order requires an expedited fee or misses the shipment date, the analyst will conduct a 5Y and Root Cause investigation to understand the reason for the shortage and implement a permanent corrective action, with management support.
Responsibilities
Focus on tactical projects with some work on strategic initiatives.
Represent the supply chain on cross-functional business unit teams.
Propose, implement, and support multi-site or high-level business tools and process enhancements.
Analyze and document processes using standards and methodologies.
Analyze the entire supply chain, including logistics costs, materials, and sources.
Recommend improvements based on supply chain analysis.
Lead integration of new high-level process changes.
Manage large projects related to changes in the supply chain.
Communicate project status to all levels of management.
Develop and deliver business plans or models for operations management and other supply chain leaders.
Define high-risk or high-level problems, collect data, analyze data, offer solutions, and implement to achieve desired results.
Identify, develop, and complete strategic-level work plans for the entire supply chain or high-risk projects.
Own, develop, and implement business processes and related improvements.
Facilitate small to medium-sized teams with explicit objectives and scope.
Manage entire supply chain cross-functional projects.
Align project or process improvement goals with functional business objectives.
Work independently across the entire supply chain and thrive in a non-hierarchical organization.
Provide backup support for area coordinators, supervisors, and managers.
Lead tactical projects with teams of 3 to 5 people or direct the work of others within projects or process improvement activities.
Provide indirect work direction to individuals assigned to strategic projects.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including V-lookups and pivot tables.
Experience with supply chain management, SAP S/4, procurement, inventory management, vendor management, and Material Master.
Ability to conduct 5Y or 8D investigations and perform root cause analysis and permanent corrective action for shortages.
Experience handling material shortages and recovery efforts, dealing with problem suppliers, and implementing recovery measures.
Bachelor's degree (Supply Chain degree highly preferred).
Experience in the automotive industry.
Experience with ERP systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with companies of similar size, managing 22 million in inventory and 6500-7000 parts for North American material control.
Understanding of the Material Master.
Experience with SAP.
Flexibility as needed, provided it is not taken advantage of.
Work Environment
The work environment is casual or business casual. Employees work 40 hours per week, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch. Core hours are from 7 AM to 1 PM, Monday through Friday, during which employees must be available.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Holland, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Holland,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 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.
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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.
