Supply Chain Administrative Assistant (Purchasing | Planning | ERP | Hybrid)

Little Canada, MN (Hybrid after training - 1 day onsite/week)
$25+/hr DOE | Contract-to-Hire | Full-Time

Launch Your Career in Supply Chain Operations

Ready to grow your career in supply chain, purchasing, production planning, and inventory management?

We're hiring a Supply Chain Administrative Assistant to support a fast-paced, collaborative operations team. This is a newly created role with high visibility, offering hands-on experience across procurement, ERP systems, scheduling, and data management.

If you're someone who thrives in detail-oriented, cross-functional environments and enjoys solving problems, this is your opportunity to step into a role with growth potential and flexibility.

Why This Role Stands Out

Hybrid work model (only 1 in-office day after training)
Exposure to end-to-end supply chain operations
Work closely with purchasing, production planning, and operations teams
Opportunity to grow within supply chain, procurement, or planning roles
Stable, team-oriented environment with strong leadership

What You'll Be Doing

Purchasing / Procurement Support

• Create, update, and track purchase orders (POs) in ERP systems
• Monitor order acknowledgements, pricing, lead times, and supplier confirmations
• Follow up with vendors on open orders, discrepancies, and delays
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation

Production Planning & Scheduling Support

• Update demand planning and supply signals within ERP
• Track work orders, material availability, and production schedules
• Assist in resolving supply chain bottlenecks and scheduling conflicts
• Run reports to support inventory planning and demand forecasting

ERP Data & Supply Chain Administration

• Maintain master data (part numbers, vendors, lead times, BOM support)
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across systems
• Support reporting, analytics, and inventory data management
• Identify and resolve data inconsistencies and gaps

What We're Looking For

Core Competencies

• Self-starter / self-sufficient - can prioritize and execute independently
• Comfortable in fast-changing, ambiguous environments
• Persistent and proactive with vendor follow-ups and problem-solving
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Required Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of experience in:
  • Supply Chain
  • Purchasing / Procurement
  • Production Planning / Scheduling
  • Inventory Control / Operations Support
• Experience working in an ERP system (Epicor, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, formulas, data accuracy)
• Strong attention to detail in data entry, reporting, and system updates

Bonus Experience (Nice to Have)

• MRP / demand planning exposure
• Manufacturing or industrial environment experience
• Vendor management or supplier coordination
• Inventory analysis or supply chain reporting

Schedule & Flexibility

Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (flexible)
Hybrid after training (weekly onsite collaboration day)

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision
401(k) + long-term growth opportunities
Life insurance, disability coverage
Paid sick time + additional voluntary benefits
Discounts on travel, entertainment, and more