Steelcase
Materials Analyst
Steelcase – Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
General Information Country:
USA State:
Michigan City:
Grand Rapids Office Location:
4100 68th Street
Job Description We are hiring a
Materials Analyst
to join our dynamic manufacturing operations team! This is a high-impact role where you’ll lead efforts to minimize customer disruptions by driving communication, coordination, and recovery planning across manufacturing, order management, and distribution. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a direct impact on customer satisfaction and operational excellence, this is the opportunity for you.
Who You Are You are a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in production planning or inventory control. You excel at cross‑functional communication, thrive in ambiguity, and are passionate about continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience in a production inventory control or manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of materials management, including transactional movements, warehouse flow, and the physical flow of materials on the floor
In‑depth knowledge of warehouse management and planning processes
Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems
Desired Skills and Experience
Strong oral and written communication skills across all organizational levels
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, or military equivalent experience
Experience with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and legacy planning systems
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills using root cause analysis
Familiarity with lean manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
What You Will Be Doing
Analyze daily data to assess customer impact and operational risk
Lead cross‑functional communication and develop recovery plans during disruptions
Coordinate material requirements and plant capacity to support production recovery
Communicate recovery plans through escalation processes and maintain updates
Drive continuous improvement in planning and communication processes
Wellbeing and Benefits
Nurse and massage therapist onsite for employees
Cell phone stipend monthly
Employee assistance program, providing free counseling, financial resilience, and legal guidance
Ongoing learning through LinkedIn Learning
About Steelcase Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.
Why People Choose to Work with Us At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.
What Matters to Us More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we’re always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at
myhr@steelcase.com .
EEO Statement Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years.
Steelcase is a MVAA‑Gold Level Veteran‑Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veterans possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply.
For more detailed benefits and compensation information, please see our Working at Steelcase Document.
If you’re interested in Steelcase, but this isn’t the right time or role, join our Talent Community to be updated on future openings in your area(s) of expertise.
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General Information Country:
USA State:
Michigan City:
Grand Rapids Office Location:
4100 68th Street
Job Description We are hiring a
Materials Analyst
to join our dynamic manufacturing operations team! This is a high-impact role where you’ll lead efforts to minimize customer disruptions by driving communication, coordination, and recovery planning across manufacturing, order management, and distribution. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a direct impact on customer satisfaction and operational excellence, this is the opportunity for you.
Who You Are You are a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in production planning or inventory control. You excel at cross‑functional communication, thrive in ambiguity, and are passionate about continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience in a production inventory control or manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of materials management, including transactional movements, warehouse flow, and the physical flow of materials on the floor
In‑depth knowledge of warehouse management and planning processes
Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems
Desired Skills and Experience
Strong oral and written communication skills across all organizational levels
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, or military equivalent experience
Experience with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and legacy planning systems
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills using root cause analysis
Familiarity with lean manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
What You Will Be Doing
Analyze daily data to assess customer impact and operational risk
Lead cross‑functional communication and develop recovery plans during disruptions
Coordinate material requirements and plant capacity to support production recovery
Communicate recovery plans through escalation processes and maintain updates
Drive continuous improvement in planning and communication processes
Wellbeing and Benefits
Nurse and massage therapist onsite for employees
Cell phone stipend monthly
Employee assistance program, providing free counseling, financial resilience, and legal guidance
Ongoing learning through LinkedIn Learning
About Steelcase Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.
Why People Choose to Work with Us At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.
What Matters to Us More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we’re always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at
myhr@steelcase.com .
EEO Statement Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years.
Steelcase is a MVAA‑Gold Level Veteran‑Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veterans possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply.
For more detailed benefits and compensation information, please see our Working at Steelcase Document.
If you’re interested in Steelcase, but this isn’t the right time or role, join our Talent Community to be updated on future openings in your area(s) of expertise.
#J-18808-Ljbffr