Supply Chain Analyst

Socket.dev; Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intek Plastics is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to provide analytical support for inventory management, demand forecasting, and supplier performance analysis. You will maintain master data, monitor metrics, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

The role involves supporting purchasing, planning, and warehouse optimization, with collaboration across teams and exposure to QMS initiatives.

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.

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).

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Ready to help drive supply chain excellence?