Supply Chain Analyst II

Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc. (APC); Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc. (APC) is seeking a Buyer, Production Planner & Supply Chain Analyst in Bay Shore, NY.

The role spans sourcing, production planning, and analytics to support cost-efficient operations across procurement, manufacturing, and planning functions. The ideal candidate has 3–6 years in buying or planning, strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills (SAP preferred), and a track record of data-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• 3–6 years of buying, planning, or supply chain analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and demand planning concepts (SAP preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (analysis, reporting, pivot tables).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials and components.
• Create, manage, and monitor purchase orders.
• Maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Coordinate with accounts payable on invoice discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with forecasts and capacity.
• Release and manage work orders to meet delivery requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality and logistics teams.
• Monitor production performance and adjust as needed.
• Support new product introductions from planning and material readiness perspective.
• Establish and maintain inventory policies, safety stock, and reorder points.
• Analyze demand, supply, inventory, and production data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Create reports and dashboards on inventory turns, forecast accuracy, supplier performance, and service levels.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve planning accuracy and reduce costs.

Skills

Excel (Pivot)

ERP/MRP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Cross-functional communication

Multi-priority management

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

NetSuite

NDS

Job description

Type of Engagement: 6-month contract (Not open to 3rd party C2C consultants. Visa sponsorship is not available)

Work Location: Onsite position in Bay Shore, NY

Job Overview:

The Buyer, Production Planner & Supply Chain Analyst is a cross-functional role responsible for procuring materials, planning production activities, and analyzing supply chain data to support efficient, cost-effective operations. This position balances supply and demand, ensures material availability, optimizes inventory levels, and provides actionable insights to improve overall supply chain performance. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across procurement, manufacturing, and planning functions

Buying & Procurement

• Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials, components, and finished goods to support production and customer demand
• Create, manage, and monitor purchase orders based on production plans, forecasts, and inventory policies
• Maintain supplier relationships, monitor performance (lead time, quality, cost), and address supply issues or disruptions
• Ensure accuracy of vendor records, pricing, lead times, and material master data
• Collaborate with accounts payable and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies

Production Planning

• Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with demand forecasts, orders, material availability, and capacity constraints
• Release and manage work orders to meet customer delivery requirements
• Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and logistics teams to resolve scheduling or material constraints
• Monitor production performance against plan and recommend adjustments as needed
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes from a planning and material readiness perspective

Inventory Management

• Establish and maintain safety stock, reorder points, and inventory policies
• Monitor inventory levels to balance service levels, production needs, and carrying costs
• Identify and manage excess, obsolete, or slow-moving inventory
• Support cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory accuracy initiatives
• Supply Chain Analytics & Reporting
• Analyze demand, supply, inventory, and production data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Develop reports and dashboards related to inventory turns, forecast accuracy, supplier performance, and service levels
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve planning accuracy, reduce costs, and enhance supply reliability
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, procurement, and supply chain processes

Systems, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain data integrity within ERP/MRP systems (SAP, NetSuite, NDS)
• Support audits and compliance with internal controls and company policies
• Participate in process improvement and cost-reduction initiatives across the supply chain
• Document planning and procurement procedures as needed

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• 3–6 years of experience in buying, production planning, or supply chain analysis
• Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and demand planning concepts (SAP Preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (analysis, reporting, pivot tables)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to balance short-term execution with long-term planning
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strategic and analytical mindset with a continuous improvement focus

Big Bonus Points if you Have:

• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience managing complex BOMs or multi-site supply chains

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role is $34.00 - $39.00 per hour. The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.

Meet APC

APC is a professional staffing and services organization focused on engaging people and positively impacting lives. As “Professionals serving Professionals”®, we take pride in providing our employees and contractors with the highest level of customer service and support.

APC is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status.