Supply Chain Analyst

INTEK PLASTICS LLC; Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth

Stable company

Job summary

INTEK PLASTICS LLC in Minnesota is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to provide analytical support to Operations by monitoring inventory, analyzing performance, forecasting requirements, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

You will analyze inventory, supplier performance, support purchasing, maintain master data, and develop reports while partnering with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Planning, Buyer, or Data Analytics.
• APICS certification and Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory, customer demand, and supplier performance.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory held by external partners.
• Support purchasing and planning to ensure material availability.
• Review MRP recommendations and improve inventory performance.
• Manage supply chain master data and inventory cycle counts.
• Develop reports, track service levels, and communicate key metrics.
• Support warehouse optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead or assist with special projects and support the QMS.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

APICS certification

Lean Manufacturing experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Why Join Intek Plastics?

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to drive supply chain improvements and make an immediate impact
• Collaborative, team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Career growth with an innovative plastics manufacturer
• Stable company committed to continuous improvement and employee development

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Analyst provides analytical support to Operations by monitoring inventory, analyzing supply chain performance, forecasting requirements, maintaining master data, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory, customer demand, and supplier performance.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory held by external partners.
• Support purchasing and planning to ensure material availability.
• Review MRP recommendations and improve inventory performance.
• Manage supply chain master data and inventory cycle counts.
• Develop reports, track service levels, and communicate key metrics.
• Support warehouse optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead or assist with special projects and support the Quality Management System (QMS).

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Planning, Buyer, or Data Analytics.
• APICS certification and Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Schedule & Physical Requirements

This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Sr. Supply Chain Manager. Salaried employees typically work an average of 45 hours per week. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds (rarely up to 50 pounds) and perform routine physical activities in a manufacturing environment.