Materials Analyst

Clarios; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarios, a global leader in energy storage solutions, is seeking an Inventory Analyst for our Illinois operation. You will maintain production component inventories, entry data in the Maximo CMMS, and coordinate with receiving and production teams to ensure a smooth material flow.

You will use Excel, Access, Word and Outlook daily, perform MRO reporting and month-end inventories, and support continuous improvement through Lean principles and disciplined record-keeping.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of CMMS experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business writing skills.
• Highly organized and deadline-driven with prioritization.
• Proficiency in Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook.
• Self-directed and able to meet position requirements.
• Prior inventory or material analyst experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with increasing responsibilities.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory of production components and analyze results.
• Order components to maintain inventory levels.
• Follow up and expedit orders for timely delivery.
• Coordinate with receiving to ensure proper material receipt and scheduling inbound loads.
• Make daily entries of production and inventory data into the CMMS (Maximo).
• Prepare MRO reports and assist with month-end inventories.
• Process MDRs and manage obsolescence through phase-out coordination.
• Maintain Bill of Materials with current requirements.
• Handle process changes and distribute updates to plant personnel.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with quality and process specifications.
• Cross-train within the department to support Production Control team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Business writing

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Self-directed

Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

What you will do

Responsible for maintaining inventory of production components and analyzing results. Key responsibilities include:

• Ordering components to maintain inventory levels.
• Following up and expediting orders for timely delivery.
• Coordinating with receiving to ensure proper material receipt and scheduling inbound loads.
• Making daily entries of production and inventory data into the CMMS (Maximo)
• Preparing MRO reports and assisting with month-end inventories.
• Processing MDRs and managing obsolescence through phase-out coordination.
• Maintaining Bill of Materials with current requirements.
• Handling process changes and distributing updates to plant personnel.
• Conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with quality and process specifications.
• Cross-training within the department to support Production Control team members.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

How you will do it

• Use Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook to manage and report inventory data.
• Collaborate with production and receiving teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Apply Lean principles experience
• Maintain organized records and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively across departments and document processes clearly.

What we look for

Required

• Minimum 1 year experience in a CMMS environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business writing skills.
• Highly organized and deadline-driven with prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook.
• Self-directed and able to meet position requirements.

Preferred

• Prior inventory or material analyst experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with increasing responsibilities.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.

What you get

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [e-mail]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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