Materials & Systems Analyst

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ABOUT Slate

At Slate, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

Who we are looking for:

Slate is seeking a Material Systems Analyst to play a pivotal role in the enhancement, and integration of critical automotive material systems, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Kanban, and part kitting solutions. This position centers on data analysis, inventory trend analysis, and the facilitation of process improvements designed to elevate operational efficiency across production control and manufacturing functions. The ideal candidate will possess experience with material systems, data analytics, and process documentation, skillfully leveraging data-driven insights to optimize material flow, parts tracking, and inventory accuracy.

What you get to do:

• Provide support to the Material Planning team by efficiently extracting and consolidating information from multiple databases to populate the part master. Likewise, assist the material flow team by gathering data required to develop the plan for every part, ensuring data accuracy and availability for operational planning.

• Drive the part-related deviation process by proactively partnering with engineering and other cross-functional teams, collaborating closely with material planning and warehouse management to ensure timely disposition or reallocation. This supports uninterrupted production flow and minimizes operational disruptions.

• Work alongside engineering, material planning, and warehouse teams to continuously monitor, track, and implement strategies that proactively reduce material obsolescence resulting from change management activities.

• Gather and analyze operational data to uncover trends, maintain optimal inventory levels, and generate comprehensive logistics performance reports.

• Identify, track, and coordinate the resolution of inventory discrepancies and non-conformities to uphold inventory accuracy and system integrity.

• Lead the management of part-related deviations through close coordination with engineering and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring swift resolution and process alignment.

• Develop foundational analytics reports and dashboards using Power BI or similar tools, with guidance as needed, to visualize and communicate key supply chain metrics.

• Apply data mining techniques to refine demand forecasting and pinpoint process bottlenecks, driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.

• Collaborate with IT and Production Control teams to enable real-time material tracking, thereby enhancing operational visibility and decision-making.

• Establish and monitor KPI frameworks to rigorously assess material flow efficiency, production control effectiveness, and overall system performance.

• Thoroughly document business processes and contribute to standardization initiatives to drive consistency and efficiency within the supply chain function.

• Maintain, enhance, and support WMS, Kanban, and kitting systems to ensure seamless material flow and effective inventory management.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Project Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.

• 8+ years of experience working with material systems, inventory management, or supply chain analytics.

• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel or Power BI.

• Strong experience in WMS, Kanban, material pull, and ERP platforms.

• Expertise in data analytics, data mining, KPI development, and production workflow optimization.

• Strong organizational and communication skills; detail-oriented approach.

Technical Expertise

• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or other dashboard visualization tools for analytics and reporting.

• Experience with ERP & WMS/TMS systems, including SAP, Oracle, Netsuite, etc.

• Hands-on expertise in data mining techniques, SQL queries, and predictive analytics for logistics improvement.

• Understanding of AI-driven analytics tools for material system and production process optimization (plus).

Leadership & Collaboration

• Cross-functional leadership experience, working with IT, Production Control, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless integration.

• Ability to define process standards and drive improvements for material handling and production workflows.

• Strong project management skills, capable of leading system implementations and process enhancements.

Industry & Compliance Knowledge

• Understanding of operational best practices for material systems and logistics.

Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance operations.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, particularly in explaining complex analytics, process improvements, and system integrations.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

Why Join Team Slate?

We're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. Slate's start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate:

• Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon , , , , or expression, , , genetics, , , veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a , you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.