Operations Analyst

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

BENEFITS

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution $600 per Year Wellness Incentive Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date. Hydrite is seeking an Operations Analyst to serve as the functional expert for the supply‑chain footprint of Infor M3: demand planning, MRP, forecasting, procurement, inventory management and distribution. You will translate supply‑chain business requirements into stable, well‑governed M3 configuration and process improvements, partnering closely with Operations, Customer Service, and Procurement SMEs while supporting day‑to‑day transactions. Success requires strong communication, active listening, persistence, and self‑management to turn complex supply‑chain problems into simple, reliable solutions that move the metrics that matter. The Operations Analyst will be expected to guide partners/stakeholders towards the appropriate, scalable, and highest quality solutions; manage the delivery of those solutions; and ensure appropriate post‑launch planning and execution including, but not limited to live site support, support for any handoffs and documentation of processes. This role will leverage process‑driven, analytical, technical, and financial management skills to create and maintain supply‑chain solutions within Infor M3 and connected systems. The position works collaboratively across operations, customer service, procurement, and IT to help improve the management of supply‑chain business processes. Primary responsibilities include: Problem solves business challenges by analyzing and developing sustainable & flexible solutions that can be maintained through business intelligence tools and reports. Ability to identify and create a business process, which is a formalized set of tasks and activities that helps accomplish specific business objectives. Researches, analyzes, and recommends improvements to an organization’s business processes to improve overall organization performance. Studies operational and performance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in specialization. Follow project management methodology, best practices, and tools, including developing project charters, defining requirements, planning, scheduling, risk assessment, budgeting, organizational change management, project control and vendor management. Collaborate with leadership to identify and prioritize strategic supply‑chain projects so that they deliver optimal business value and are well‑aligned with Hydrite’s business strategy and goals. Involved in the design, configuration, testing, deployment, and integration of new, modified, and/or enhanced supply‑chain ERP solutions and automations. Serves as a functional subject‑matter expert and single point of contact for supply‑chain system questions, providing live‑site/tier 2–3 support and supporting master‑data setup, migration, and reconciliation. Configure core M3 supply‑chain programs, including settings, sorting orders, views, and function controls. Open and manage Infor Support cases and track Knowledge Base articles and CloudSuite monthly update release notes that affect supply‑chain processes.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

This position reports to the Director of Business Transformation.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Experience: 2–4+ years in ERP functional/business analysis or implementation with a supply‑chain focus; Infor M3 preferred (SAP, Oracle, or Dynamics also considered). Data & reporting: Advanced Excel, and Power BI (or similar) to turn supply‑chain data into actionable insight. Excellent organizational and leadership skills. Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English. Must have clear written and spoken communication, active listening, and collaboration across Operations and IT; persistence and strong self‑management, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English. Systems thinker who documents well, owns outcomes, and balances speed with stability and compliance.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

APICS CPIM or CSCP, ISM CPSM, or Six Sigma certification. Chemical, manufacturing, or distribution industry experience. Familiarity with EDI order/ship/invoice flows and integration concepts (ION/BODs, APIs).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to sit for up to 4 hours at a time. Ability to work on a computer for up to 4 hours at a time. Must be able to lift 45 pounds on occasion.

JOB EXPECTATIONS

Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers. Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required. Review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliant. Regular attendance is essential. Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned. Work with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provide back‑up support as necessary. Support effective communication with all Hydrite departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hydrite