Data Analyst (Manufacturing)

Data Analyst (Manufacturing experience is essential)

• Location – Waukegan, IL
• Monday – Friday, Day Shift onsite
• $80,000 – $120,000 + benefits
• Direct hire, full time permanent position

You will be working for a well-established manufacturing and supply chain business supporting high-volume production operations across North America. Our client is recruiting for a Data Analyst to join their team in return for a salary in the region of $80,000 – $120,000.

The Data Analyst will be responsible for supporting Supply Chain and SIOP functions through data-driven insights, forecasting analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Duties and responsibilities of a Data Analyst:

• Develop and maintain reports and dashboards related to forecast accuracy, inventory levels, supplier performance, and production efficiency.
• Strong Excel and data presentation skills required
• Support SIOP planning activities with weekly and monthly reporting updates.
• Analyze supply chain and operational data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Operations, Planning, Purchasing, Finance, and Commercial teams to support strategic decision-making.
• Maintain and improve databases, data models, and reporting tools.
• Validate ERP data including BOMs, routings, and master data accuracy.
• Support forecasting, inventory optimization, and production planning initiatives.
• Track KPIs and operational metrics to support continuous improvement activities.
• Assist with scenario planning and supply chain analytics across multiple product categories.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business Management, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing operations, or business data analysis.
• 5+ years of experience supporting Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, Power Query, and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as Microsoft Navision or similar.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization platforms preferred.
• Strong analytical, forecasting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets and present actionable business insights.
• Manufacturing experience is required

Excellent employment benefits which include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, 401(k), medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and additional company benefits.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. The company does not offer visa sponsorship or transfer of visas for this position.

How To Apply

Simply click apply, or contact Sam Wild at Axion Recruitment Inc

Office: 945-256-5118

Email: [email protected]

This position is commutable from Waukegan, Gurnee, Kenosha, Libertyville, North Chicago, Vernon Hills, Mundelein, and Lake Forest.

Relevant Job Titles: Business Data Analyst, Supply Chain Analyst, Operations Analyst, SIOP Analyst, Demand Planning Analyst, Inventory Analyst, Manufacturing Data Analyst, Reporting Analyst, ERP Analyst, Data & Reporting Specialist.

Due to the sheer volume of applications, we will only contact successful applications. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

Job Reference: 2712

Axion Recruitment is working as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Childcare
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Waukegan, IL 60085 (Required)

Work Location: In person