Manufacturing & Supply Chain IT Specialist

SKF•Falconer, NY

1d•$111,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Manufacturing & Supply Chain IT Specialist to join our dynamic team in Falconer, New York. The successful candidate will serve as the key liaison between the IT department and the manufacturing and supply chain operations, ensuring that technology solutions effectively support production, logistics, and inventory management. This role demands a combination of technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and deep understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in IT support for manufacturing or supply chain environments
Proficiency with ERP systems (Infor XA, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and manufacturing technologies (MES, WMS)
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, logistics, and supply chain workflows
Experience with SQL, data analysis, process automation, and reporting tools
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
Detail oriented, advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast pace environment where a premium is placed on speed and accuracy
Ability to work independent of supervision and quickly adapt to changing priorities
Strong oral & written communication skills
Competent with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, etc.)
Fluency in the English language. Must be able to obtain in minimal time the necessary credentials to comply with all federal export control requirements (US citizen or a US permanent resident.)

Nice To Haves

Experience with Aerospace business requirements
Master’s degree in a relevant field
5+ years’ experience with XA MAPICS ERP system, preferably end to end
5+ years’ experience with Data models and Query work (SQL, Cognos, Access, Qlikview…) and associated Data extraction techniques (ODBC, etc)
2+ years’ experience in an analytical role
Certifications such as APICS CPIM, or Six Sigma
Knowledge of cloud platforms and Industry 4.0 technologie
Experience with project management in manufacturing IT implementations

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain IT solutions that optimize manufacturing, production, and supply chain operations
Support and administer ERP, MES, WMS, and other operational software systems
Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to analyze business requirements and convert them into technical solutions
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with IT or internal teams to resolve technical challenges
Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and security across production and supply chain systems
Assist in automation projects, system upgrades, and digital transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
Generate reports, dashboards, and analytics to support decision-making in inventory, logistics, and production planning
Train and support end-users on software tools and IT processes related to manufacturing and supply chain operations
Manage, correct, and enhance operational understanding and utilization of the ERP system
Guide the development and improvement of operational business intelligence (BI)
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Benefits

Generous PTO policy
13 paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare options
Company paid life insurance
STD
LTD
Critical illness coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discount programs
STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance
401K program with 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution