Global Supply Chain Analyst - Flexible Logistics

Kawasaki Motors; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401k

Generous Time Off

Flexible Schedules

Ongoing Training and Development

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Kawasaki Motors seeks a logistics and procurement professional to manage inbound parts flow, ensure production supply, and optimize inventory in a global context. You will coordinate shipments from the UK and Japan and maintain ERP data while driving cost control, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The role requires strong organizational skills, experience in purchasing, and Freight/HTS expertise to support overall supply chain performance and on-time deliveries.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in logistics, purchasing and/or supply chain.
• Knowledge of HTS Codes & Tariffs.
• Experience in a purchasing role.
• Experience working with freight companies.
• Knowledge of tariffs and international shipping.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with production planning and operations to ensure materials meet production schedules.
• Coordinate inbound shipments from the UK and Japan.
• Maintain accurate logistics information in the company ERP system.
• Manage freight bills as part of the bill approval process.
• Assist with filing importing records and maintaining the company filing systems.
• Monitor tariff issues, material documentation, customs and COO.
• Advise on HTS code classification.
• Create compliance manual.
• Review processes for ISO Standards compliance.
• Evaluate Freight Forwarders and make recommendations on partnerships.
• Lead continuous improvement to strengthen supply chain performance.
• Support all purchasing aspects of motors and parts from Japan.
• Manage inventory levels on assigned materials.
• Analyze demand, forecasts, and purchasing history to determine inventory levels.
• Monitor and adjust safety stock levels, order quantities, and replenishment timing.
• Execute purchasing activities to meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

ERP system

HTS codes & tariffs

Freight management

Job description

Kawasaki Motors seeks a logistics and procurement professional to manage inbound parts flow, ensure production supply, and optimize inventory in a global context. You will coordinate shipments from the UK and Japan and maintain ERP data while driving cost control, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The role requires strong organizational skills, experience in purchasing, and Freight/HTS expertise to support overall supply chain performance and on-time deliveries.