Materials Analyst II - Tarboro, NC

Air Systems Components (ASC), a business segment of Air Distribution Technologies, Inc. (ADTI), is seeking a Materials Analyst for our Tarboro, NC manufacturing facility. This site supports the production of high-quality air distribution products utilized across commercial and industrial applications.

The Materials Analyst is responsible for inventory control, materials planning, and production support, ensuring optimal material availability to meet customer demand while driving efficiency and cost control across the operation.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze inventory levels, demand signals, and production schedules to ensure on-time delivery and balanced material flow
• Develop and maintain reports to improve inventory accuracy, planning visibility, and operational performance
• Maintain and audit system data accuracy within ERP/MRP systems
• Support daily production needs by managing inventory shortages, schedule alignment, and material availability
• Lead and execute cycle counting processes, including discrepancy investigation and root cause analysis
• Manage MRB (Material Review Board) inventory and non-conforming materials to reduce excess and obsolescence
• Review and improve PFEP (Plan for Every Part), including material flow, storage, and replenishment strategies
• Optimize Kanban levels, safety stock, lot sizes, and MOQ settings
• Partner closely with purchasing, production, engineering, and warehouse teams to improve material flow and plant efficiency
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within materials and inventory processes
• Participate in and support plant safety initiatives and audits

What We’re Looking For

• Associate degree with 1–2 years of experience in materials, inventory control, warehouse, or logistics
  OR
  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of inventory management principles and ERP/MRP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in air distribution or HVAC manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of Oracle or similar ERP systems
• Experience with forecasting, scheduling, and materials planning
• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) or progress toward certification

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment within a manufacturing facility, with frequent interaction on the production floor. The role requires collaboration across departments to support plant performance and customer commitments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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Experience

Required

• Working knowledge of inventory management principles and ERP/MRP systems
• 1 - 2 years: Experience in materials, inventory control, warehouse, or logistics

Preferred

• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) or progress toward certification
• Experience with forecasting, scheduling, and materials planning

Education

Required

• Associates or better

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