Data Analyst
Location: Warren, MI (Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Why Join Us?
Support the future of automotive manufacturing as a key player in an automotive team. You’ll drive data-driven insights, streamline material management, and directly impact the success of new vehicle launches. If you’re passionate about analytical problem-solving and digital transformation in a collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to shine!
What You’ll Do
- Provide Data Leadership:
- Support Manufacturing Services Launch Group with critical data analysis for new vehicle program launches.
- Work with large datasets to identify trends, duplicate parts, or improvement opportunities.
- Reduce manual data entry by proposing and implementing process improvements.
- Develop Insights & Visualizations:
- Design and deliver data visualizations and reports for cross-functional teams.
- Build interactive dashboards using Power BI and Databricks to monitor KPIs like inventory turns, lead times, and asset utilization.
- Collaborate & Communicate:
- Work closely with data leads, engineers, procurement, and maintenance teams.
- Present insights and recommendations to customers and leadership.
- Drive System & Process Excellence:
- Analyze and optimize BOMs and MRO inventory data to improve stock levels and reduce waste.
- Support the implementation and upgrades of SAP, Maximo, Infor, and similar ERP/CMMS systems.
- Ensure data governance by validating master data, part numbers, and technical documentation.
- Identify and act on opportunities to standardize and rationalize parts, supporting sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Contribute to a Safe, Innovative Workplace:
- Engage in continuous learning in data analytics and digital transformation.
- Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, and innovation.
What You Bring
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Data Analytics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 2+ years in a data analysis role (manufacturing/supply chain environment preferred).
- Prior experience with SAP is required.
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced SQL skills for extraction and manipulation.
- Proficiency with Power BI (Power Bricks experience a plus); Databricks, Tableau a bonus.
- Strong Excel abilities (pivot tables, advanced functions, lookups).
- Experience with ERP/CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo, Oracle, Infor).
- Analytical Excellence:
- Deep understanding of MRO materials, maintenance operations, or BOM structures.
- Strong data validation, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to conduct root cause analysis in support of operational excellence.
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Able to relay technical findings clearly to non-technical teammates.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
The Process: To apply for this position, please follow these steps: Apply for this job with your current resume. We’ll get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next you’ll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage we’ll give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE):
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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