Supply Chain Analyst at Zekelman Industries in Chicago, IL

You may not know our name, but you know our products.  What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us.  Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

As a Supply Chain Analyst at Atlas Tube Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in supporting the organization’s Automated Inventory Management (AIM) program through data management, reporting, and process optimization. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate customer and inventory data, monitoring system performance, and identifying opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency and customer service.

You will collaborate closely with the AIM Inventory Manager, IT, Sales, Operations, and Customer Experience teams to support automated replenishment processes and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a full-time, onsite role located in Chicago, IL.

This role is ideal for a highly analytical, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving operational and process-related challenges through data-driven insights.

What You’ll Do

• Administer and maintain data critical to the AIM process, including setup and management of new AIM accounts.

• Identify and resolve data errors, system issues, and tolerance exceptions related to AIM processes.

• Coordinate with internal teams and subject matter experts to troubleshoot and resolve system and process issues.

• Support ongoing AIM processes by monitoring automation workflows and identifying opportunities for optimization.

• Assist the sales team with AIM reserve reviews and material repurposing requests.

• Generate and analyze data related to inventory consumption, replenishment, and overall AIM program effectiveness.

• Review inventory consumption trends and adjust supply planning recommendations to maintain proper inventory balance.

• Document business requirements and support testing for new AIM features and system enhancements.

• Monitor the Agent Replenishment process to ensure materials replenish appropriately to fulfill customer demand.

• Collaborate with IT and business teams on AIM system enhancements and process improvements.

• Participate in testing and implementation of new functionality across the AIM portfolio.

• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and operational effectiveness.

• Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Analytics, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

• Experience in manufacturing, steel, or industrial environments preferred.

• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across cross-functional teams.

• Experience building and maintaining strong working relationships with commercial and operational stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Experience with SAP (ECC/APO), EDI systems, and RPA technologies preferred.

• Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to analyze complex data sets and translate findings into actionable business recommendations.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance.

What You’ll Get

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:

• Competitive Compensation

• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Paid Vacation & Holidays

• Employee Loyalty Awards

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.