ERP & MRP Materials Analyst — Inventory & Scheduling

adient; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient in Normal, IL is seeking a Materials Analyst to maintain ERP material modules (Item Master, BOM, ship to locations), create daily production schedules, and ensure accurate posting of production output. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain or a related field, with 1–2 years in inventory management and experience with ERP systems (QAD preferred) and Excel.

You will perform cycle counts, investigate variances, and communicate with suppliers on shortages and quality holds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of inventory management experience preferred; 3-5 years with no degree accepted.
• Experience with materials flow, analysis, or coordination inside Manufacturing operations.
• Knowledgeable with Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (QAD preferred) and WMS.

Responsibilities

• Maintains ERP system for material areas such as Item Master, BOM, ship-to locations and inventory parameters.
• Creates daily production schedules and posts production output into ERP.
• Communicates No Surprise Forms to customers during supply shortages.
• Reviews daily MRP reports and takes corrective actions as necessary.
• Tracks inventory inaccuracies and leads root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Performs daily cycle counts and reconciles inventory variances.
• Reports on key performance metrics for the materials department, including inventory valuation and turns.
• Ensures safety procedures and participates in 8D problem resolution when required.
• Coordinates with suppliers on quality holds and engineering changes as proposed by management.

Skills

Inventory management

ERP systems

Excel

Supply chain

Education

Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management

Experience in inventory management

Tools

QAD ERP

WMS

Job description

Adient in Normal, IL is seeking a Materials Analyst to maintain ERP material modules (Item Master, BOM, ship to locations), create daily production schedules, and ensure accurate posting of production output. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain or a related field, with 1–2 years in inventory management and experience with ERP systems (QAD preferred) and Excel.

You will perform cycle counts, investigate variances, and communicate with suppliers on shortages and quality holds.