Supply Chain Analyst III | NPI & Hardware Materials Management

Dexian; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst III for a 12-month contract, fully remote in the United States. The role focuses on supporting supply chain operations, material readiness, and NPI activities within a hardware manufacturing environment.

You will analyze supplier data, manage CTB readiness, and drive improvements through reporting and automation. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience in supply chain and materials management, strong Excel skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in Supply Chain or Materials Management.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Experience with hardware manufacturing environments (ODM/OEM).
• Strong understanding of NPI and material readiness processes.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Macros, VBA).
• Experience with reporting tools, data analysis, and process automation.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end CTB readiness, including material tracking.
• Analyze shortages, lead times and risks to prevent disruptions.
• Develop scalable reports and dashboards for material readiness and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with NPI Materials Managers, Commodity Sourcing Managers, and Demand Planners.
• Evaluate supplier performance and propose improvements.
• Identify root causes of shortages and implement mitigations.
• Support NPI purchase orders, hardware receiving, part number creation, and ECO updates.
• Coordinate BOM alignment and AVL requirements.
• Drive reporting automation and process standardization.
• Support Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and cost optimization activities.
• Monitor forecasts and verify supplier fulfillment.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to ensure supply continuity.

Skills

Supply chain analytics

NPI knowledge

CTB analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Pivot Tables

Macros

VBA

Job description

Supply Chain Analyst III | NPI & Hardware Materials Management

Job Type: Contract

Duration: 12 Months (Potential for Extension)

Work Arrangement: Fully Remote

Experience Required: 5–10 Years

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Analyst III to support supply chain operations, material readiness, supplier management, and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities within a fast-paced hardware manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in supply chain and materials management, with the ability to analyze supplier data, identify material shortages, manage Clear to Build (CTB) readiness, and drive process improvements through reporting and automation.

This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply continuity and timely execution of hardware builds.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support end-to-end Clear to Build (CTB) readiness, including material tracking and management.
• Analyze material shortages, supplier lead times, and supply chain risks to identify potential disruptions.
• Develop and maintain scalable reporting models and dashboards to monitor material readiness and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with NPI Materials Managers, Commodity Sourcing Managers, and Demand Planners to identify risks and drive resolutions.
• Evaluate supplier performance and recommend improvements based on material readiness and fulfillment capabilities.
• Identify root causes of material shortages and develop mitigation strategies to prevent build and shipment delays.
• Support NPI purchase order processes, hardware receiving, part number creation, and Engineering Change Order (ECO) updates.
• Manage and support Bill of Materials (BOM) alignment and approved vendor list requirements.
• Assess and coordinate broker-buy purchases to address material shortages.
• Drive reporting automation, process standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze supply chain data and support Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and cost optimization activities.
• Monitor material forecasts and verify supplier fulfillment against project requirements.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure supply continuity.

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Materials Planning, or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience working with hardware manufacturing, particularly ODM/OEM environments.
• Strong understanding of New Product Introduction (NPI) and material readiness processes.
• Ability to analyze Clear to Build (CTB) reports, material shortages, supplier lead times, and technical data.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Macros, VBA, Conditional Formatting, and data simulations.
• Experience with supply chain reporting tools, data analysis, and process automation.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes and applicable purchasing regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting hyperscale hardware or electronics manufacturing.
• Knowledge of EMS, ODM, JDM, and OEM business models.
• Experience with consignment and turnkey materials management.
• Understanding of supply chain design, cost modeling, and reverse logistics.
• Experience with BOM management, ECO processes, procurement, and supplier performance management.
• Previous experience in large technology or hardware organizations.
• Experience with AI-enabled applications and advanced reporting tools.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment. They should be able to identify supply chain risks, develop data-driven solutions, manage competing priorities, and drive process improvements while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.