DEUBLIN - Supply Chain Analyst - Manufacturing

Hoerbiger; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

FSA and HSA options

Disability & life insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

Onsite work at Deublin Company in Wauk

Job summary

Hoerbiger Rotary Solutions/Deublin Company in Waukegan, IL seeks a Supply Chain Analyst to monitor expediting, production support, and inventory planning. You will work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Planning, Manufacturing, Customer Service, and Engineering to resolve shortages and keep schedules on track.

Responsibilities include expediting material, tracking orders, communicating shortages, and preparing regular supplier performance updates.

Qualifications

• Requires associate degree in business administration, supply chain, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum two years’ experience in purchasing, planning, supply chain, customer service, manufacturing, or inventory management.
• Experience with ERP systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor open purchase orders and supplier commitments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Follow up on overdue deliveries and potential delays.
• Expedite critical materials to support production schedules and customer orders.
• Coordinate recovery plans with suppliers when delivery commitments are at risk.
• Track material availability for planned production orders.
• Communicate shortages and potential production impacts to Planning and Operations.
• Prioritize critical orders with Production, Purchasing, and Inventory Control.
• Assist in resolving shortages through alternate sourcing or supplier escalation.
• Confirm ship dates, tracking, and order status on critical materials.
• Assist planners in managing material constraints and balancing supply with demand.
• Maintain records of supplier communications and expediting activities.
• Provide regular status updates on shortages, recovery plans, and supplier performance.
• Generate reports on open orders, late deliveries, and shortages.
• Participate in daily production and supply chain review meetings.

Skills

Supply chain management

Purchasing

Inventory control

Manufacturing processes

ERP experience

Education

Associate degree in business administration / supply chain / operations

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

IFS

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Your Mission

The Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for monitoring and expediting the flow of materials, components, and information throughout the supply chain to ensure customer orders and production schedules are met. This position works closely with Purchasing, Planning, Manufacturing, Customer Service, and Engineering, to proactively identify and resolve material shortages, delivery delays, and production constraints.

The role acts as a key liaison between internal departments ensuring materials are available when needed while minimizing disruptions to manufacturing operations.

How you will make a difference

Material Expediting

• Monitor open purchase orders and supplier commitments to ensure on-time material delivery.
• Proactively follow up with team members regarding overdue deliveries, shortages, and potential delays.
• Expedite critical materials and components required to support production schedules and customer orders.
• Coordinate recovery plans with suppliers when delivery commitments are at risk.

Production Support

• Track material availability for planned production orders.
• Communicate material shortages and potential production impacts to Planning and Operations teams.
• Work with Production, Purchasing, and Inventory Control to prioritize critical orders.
• Assist in resolving shortages through alternate sourcing, inventory transfers, or supplier escalation.
• Confirm ship dates, tracking information, and order status on critical materials.

Inventory and Planning Support

• Assist planners in managing material constraints and balancing supply with demand.

Reporting and Communication

• Maintain accurate records of supplier communications and expediting activities.
• Provide regular status updates on critical shortages, recovery plans, and supplier performance.
• Generate reports on open orders, late deliveries, and material shortages.
• Participate in daily production and supply chain review meetings

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Material Shortage Incidents
• Customer Order Fill Rate
• Purchase Order Past-Due Reduction
• Inventory Availability
• Supplier Response Time
• Recovery Plan Success Rate

What you should be good at

• Comprehensive understanding of supply chain, purchasing, inventory control, and manufacturing processes.
• Associate degree in business administration, supply chain management, operations management or a related field required (equivalent experience may be considered). Bachelor degree preferred.
• Minimum two years' experience in purchasing, planning, supply chain, customer service, manufacturing, or inventory management required.
• Minimum two years' experience with ERP systems such as IFS, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD) or willingness to pursue certification.
• Ability to work effectively across Operations, Purchasing, Planning, and Customer Service functions.

What you can look forward to

• Supportive Environment: A stable, team-based culture that values collaboration and innovation.
• Inclusive Workplace: Join a company committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging.
• Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) plan with matching contributions, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), FSA and HSA options. Disability coverage and life insurance provided by company. Generous PTO and paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance.
• Compensation: This is a salaried exempt position with a pay range from $63,648 - $95,472 per year. Pay will be based on qualifications and experience.
• Location: This role is based at the Deublin Company facility in Waukegan, IL. The role will be Onsite five days per week, with the opportunity to transition to Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) based on performance following a 90-day introductory period.

Who we are

Hoerbiger Rotary Solutions/Deublin Company is the leading manufacturer of Rotating Unions and Electrical Slip Rings- devices that allow the transfer of pressurized fluid or electricity from a stationary source into rotating machinery. Deublin spans the world with 13 offices including 5 manufacturing plants and wholly owned subsidiaries in Austria, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Poland, Singapore, Spain, United Kingdom and United States. In Waukegan, the award-winning, ISO 9001-certified manufacturing plant, comprises approximately 200,000 sq. ft. accommodating administration, sales, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, research, and development as well as a complete training facility.

Join our global HOERBIGER team of over 6,000 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology. Guided by our core values-Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness-we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 43 countries and more than 133 locations, you'll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact. Ready to make a difference?

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