Materials Analyst

Taylor, Michigan

6 days ago

Job Description

Materials Analyst
Location: Taylor, MI 48180

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 in Taylor, MI. At Oakwood, we believe in teamwork, respect, and creativity—values that have fueled our success for 80 years.

Why Join Oakwood?

When you join Oakwood, you’re not just working for a company—you’re joining a family. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect. We encourage fresh ideas, and every voice matters here.

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 will include:

Identifying and resolving ERP issues tied to BOMs, scheduling, logistics, and reporting.
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.
Proficiency in ERP systems (IQMS preferred) and Microsoft Office.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.

Work Environment & Schedule

This role is primarily in-office at our Taylor, MI location, with occasional opportunities for remote work. The standard schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, with nights and weekends as needed.

Benefits

We take care of our people with:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with 3% company match
Paid vacation time

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a supportive, family-owned company that values teamwork, creativity, and respect, 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!

Numbers & Facts

Location	Taylor, Michigan
Website	https://www.theoakwoodgroup.com

Skills

Analysis Skillsunmatched
Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)unmatched
Financeunmatched
Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Materials Analysisunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Supply Chainunmatched
Supply Chain Managementunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Vision Planunmatched

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