Supply Chain, Inventory Analyst
HireArt
IT, Operations
Foster City, CA, USA
USD 71.6-71.6 / hour
Posted on Feb 21, 2026
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Supply Chain, Inventory Analyst
An Autonomous Mobility Company
Full time
Location
Foster City, CA, United States
Work environment
In-person
Expected pay amount
71.60 USD Per Hour
Schedule
40 hours per week
Assignment length
Contract
Job description
HireArt is helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company find a Supply Chain, Inventory Analyst to manage material availability from suppliers and ensure uninterrupted production assembly.
In this role, you’ll serve as the primary interface between manufacturing, supply chain planning, and suppliers to release and monitor purchase orders, maintain accurate MRP data, and ensure materials are delivered on time and in full. You’ll play a critical role in supporting production continuity, inventory health, and supplier performance.
The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in material planning within fast-paced manufacturing environments.
As a Supply Chain, Inventory Analyst, you'll:
As a Supply Chain, Inventory Analyst, you'll:
- Generate and manage purchase orders in SAP (MRP), ensuring accurate material requirements and due dates.
- Monitor supplier performance and communicate delivery status, delays, and risks to production teams.
- Maintain accurate material master data, logistics data, and supply parameters within ERP systems.
- Review shortages and inventory health against production schedules and implement mitigation plans.
- Coordinate shipments and ensure all required documentation is completed prior to delivery.
- Validate MRP demand and supply alignment, reconciling discrepancies as needed.
- Manage new part introductions, BOM updates, and procurement of new materials.
- Conduct root cause analysis on supply chain variances and implement corrective actions.
- Support order management processes, supplier payments, and cross-functional coordination.
- Travel occasionally to support site collaboration or training as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Business, or equivalent experience
- 6+ years of experience in purchasing, production control, or inventory/material planning
- Experience managing technical materials such as electrical components, PCBAs, harnesses, or machined parts
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Knowledge of production control and inventory management principles
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally to achieve operational goals
Bonus Qualifications:
- Demand planning experience
- Experience with supplier payments or invoice reconciliation
- Experience interfacing with 3PL providers
- Vendor or supplier negotiation experience
- APICS CPIM certification
Benefits:
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Employer (HireArt) Subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
- HireArt covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 401k package
Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. The role is onsite and available to candidates local to the Foster City, CA area.
HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.
Job description
HireArt is helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company find a Supply Chain, Inventory Analyst to manage material availability from suppliers and ensure uninterrupted production assembly.
In this role, you’ll serve as the primary interface between manufacturing, supply chain planning, and suppliers to release and monitor purchase orders, maintain accurate MRP data, and ensure materials are delivered on time and in full. You’ll play a critical role in supporting production continuity, inventory health, and supplier performance.
The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in material planning within fast-paced manufacturing environments.
As a Supply Chain, Inventory Analyst, you'll:
As a Supply Chain, Inventory Analyst, you'll:
- Generate and manage purchase orders in SAP (MRP), ensuring accurate material requirements and due dates.
- Monitor supplier performance and communicate delivery status, delays, and risks to production teams.
- Maintain accurate material master data, logistics data, and supply parameters within ERP systems.
- Review shortages and inventory health against production schedules and implement mitigation plans.
- Coordinate shipments and ensure all required documentation is completed prior to delivery.
- Validate MRP demand and supply alignment, reconciling discrepancies as needed.
- Manage new part introductions, BOM updates, and procurement of new materials.
- Conduct root cause analysis on supply chain variances and implement corrective actions.
- Support order management processes, supplier payments, and cross-functional coordination.
- Travel occasionally to support site collaboration or training as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Business, or equivalent experience
- 6+ years of experience in purchasing, production control, or inventory/material planning
- Experience managing technical materials such as electrical components, PCBAs, harnesses, or machined parts
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Knowledge of production control and inventory management principles
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally to achieve operational goals
Bonus Qualifications:
- Demand planning experience
- Experience with supplier payments or invoice reconciliation
- Experience interfacing with 3PL providers
- Vendor or supplier negotiation experience
- APICS CPIM certification
Benefits:
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Employer (HireArt) Subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
- HireArt covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 401k package
Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. The role is onsite and available to candidates local to the Foster City, CA area.
HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.