Materials Analyst

Flex•Buffalo Grove, IL

3d•$72,300 - $99,400

About The Position

The Materials Analyst analyzes materials, inventory, and operational data to support effective decision-making, improve inventory accuracy and material flow, and drive continuous improvement across supply chain operations. The role evaluates information from ERP/MRP and other business systems, develops and maintains analytical tools and reporting, and monitors materials performance to identify risks and trends. It also investigates discrepancies, supports root-cause analysis, and works with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and advance business objectives. The position translates business requirements into reporting, analytics, and process improvements; develops and improves procedures and process documentation; and supports audits, physical inventories, data validation, and special projects. The role may lead or participate in initiatives to improve inventory accuracy, material flow, and operational performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Three or more years of experience in materials management, inventory management, supply chain, manufacturing operations, business analytics, or a related field.
Advanced experience using ERP/MRP systems.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, pivot tables, and complex formulas.
Demonstrated critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and develop practical business solutions.
Demonstrated experience working effectively with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information and recommendations to stakeholders.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business reports, technical procedures, and operational requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing reports, KPIs, dashboards, or business intelligence solutions.
Experience with Power BI, SQL, data visualization tools, or similar analytics platforms.
Experience supporting Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of inventory control, warehouse operations, material flow, and manufacturing processes.
Experience developing work instructions, process documentation, training materials, or knowledge management resources.

Responsibilities

Evaluate data from ERP/MRP and other business systems to support materials, inventory, and operational decision-making.
Develop and maintain reports, metrics, dashboards, and analytical tools to support business decision-making.
Monitor inventory and material performance, identify risks and trends, and recommend corrective actions.
Investigate inventory, transaction, and data discrepancies and support root-cause analysis and resolution.
Coordinate with Operations, Planning, Inventory Control, Quality, Engineering, Finance, and IT to resolve issues and support business objectives.
Lead or participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve inventory accuracy, material flow, and operational performance.
Develop and continuously improve procedures, standard work, and process documentation.
Translate business requirements into reporting, analytics, and process improvement solutions.
Support audits, physical inventories, data validation activities, and special projects as required.