Supply Chain Analyst - Onsite - Grand Rapids, MI

Kawasaki Motors; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401k

Generous Time Off

Flexible Schedules

Ongoing Training and Development

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Kawasaki Motors in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a logistics professional to manage inbound parts flow and optimize inventory to support production schedules. You will collaborate with production planning, operations, and freight partners to ensure timely deliveries and efficient logistics.

You will handle HTS codes, tariffs, and tariff documentation while driving continuous improvement across a global supply chain, ensuring compliance and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in logistics, purchasing or supply chain.
• Knowledge of HTS Codes & Tariffs.
• Experience in a purchasing role.
• Experience working with Freight companies.
• Knowledge of tariffs and international shipping.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with production planning and operations to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules.
• Coordinate and track inbound shipments from the UK and Japan.
• Maintain accurate logistics information in company ERP system.
• Manage freight bills as part of the bill approval process.
• Assist with filing importing records and maintaining the company filing systems.
• Monitor tariff issues, material documentation, customs and COO.
• Advise on HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) code classification.
• Create compliance manual.
• Review processes for ISO Standards compliance.
• Evaluate Freight Forwarders and make recommendations on best partnerships.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to strengthen supply chain performance.
• Support all purchasing aspects of motors and parts from Japan.
• Manage inventory levels on assigned materials.
• Analyze demand, forecasts, and purchasing history to determine appropriate inventory levels.
• Monitor and adjust safety stock levels, order quantities, and replenishment timing.
• Execute purchasing activities to meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

Skills

Logistics management

Purchasing

Tariffs knowledge

Freight management

ERP systems

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

In this role, you will manage inbound parts flow and target optimal inventory levels to support customer and business needs. You will collaborate with production planning, operations, and freight partners to ensure timely deliveries and efficient logistics. The position involves compliance, cost optimization, and continuous improvement to strengthen supply chain performance. If you enjoy enabling production and shaping efficient processes in a global context, this is your opportunity. You will contribute to a culture of teamwork and integrity while driving impactful outcomes.

Compensation / Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401k
• Generous Time Off
• Flexible Schedules
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Educational Assistance

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with production planning and operations to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules
• Coordinate and track inbound shipments from the UK and Japan
• Maintain accurate logistics information in company ERP system
• Manage freight bills as part of the bill approval process
• Assist with filing importing records and maintaining the company filing systems
• Monitor tariff issues, material documentation, customs and COO
• Advise on HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) code classification
• Create compliance manual
• Review processes for ISO Standards compliance
• Evaluate Freight Forwarders and make recommendations on best partnerships
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to strengthen supply chain performance
• Support all purchasing aspects of motors and parts from Japan
• Manage inventory levels on assigned materials
• Analyze demand, forecasts, and purchasing history to determine appropriate inventory levels
• Monitor and adjust safety stock levels, order quantities, and replenishment timing
• Execute purchasing activities to meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives

Key requirements

• 5+ year related experience in logistics, purchasing and/or supply chain
• Knowledge of HTS Codes & Tariffs
• Experience in a purchasing role
• Experience working with Freight companies
• Knowledge of tariffs and international shipping
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal skills, and work well in team environment
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills

• strong organizational skills
• problem-solving
• interpersonal skills
• ERP system
• HTS codes and tariffs
• freight management