Materials Analyst

Materials Analyst Location: Taylor, MI 48180 Work Schedule: Monday

• Friday, 8am - 4:30pm, nights and weekends as needed. Onsite with opportunities for remote work. Are you ready to take your supply chain and materials expertise to the next level? Oakwood Group, a family-owned automotive supplier since 1945, is looking for a Materials Analyst to join our team. At Oakwood, we believe in teamwork, respect, and creativity—values that have fueled our success for 80 years. What You’ll Do As our Materials Analyst, you’ll play a key role in strengthening supply chain performance and supporting cross-functional projects.

Your responsibilities

Identifying and resolving ERP issues tied to BOMs, scheduling, logistics, and reporting. Conduct capacity analysis and planning activities to identify resource constraints, support customer demand requirements, and develop actions to mitigate production and supply chain risks. Analyze demand and establish scheduling parameters to maintain target inventory turns while supporting customer requirements.

Leading process improvement initiatives across scheduling, customer service, logistics, and inventory. Documenting and promoting best practices, such as safety stock optimization. Supporting vendor EDI implementation and other cross-functional initiatives. Assisting with customer-driven projects such as program launches, balance-outs, and engineering changes.

Serving as a central point of communication between MP&L, engineering, operations, IT, finance, purchasing, customers, and suppliers. Training team members and driving cost reduction and efficiency initiatives. What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a business-related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience considered.

At least 5 years’ experience in scheduling, logistics, purchasing, or supply chain management (within a Tier 1/Tier 2 automotive supplier environment preferred). Proficiency in ERP systems (IQMS preferred) and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies preferred. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with 3% company match Paid vacation time 13 paid holidays Take the Next Step If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a supportive, family-owned company, we’d love to hear from you! Click now to complete our quick 3-minute application. We’ll respond within 1–3 business days. Don’t wait—your next career move could start today!