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Analyst, Warehousing

Yazaki North America, Inc., Edwardsville, IL, United States


Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions. Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location: Edwardsville, USA

What we are looking for
Yazaki is looking for an Analyst II to join our Distribution Center team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment, coordinating across multiple functions to ensure customer delivery requirements are consistently met. This role requires strong analytical skills, ownership of delivery performance, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

What you will be doing

Analyze customer demand and inventory levels; create and manage internal orders in SAP

Coordinate order preparation and release to the warehouse to meet delivery windows

Monitor on-time delivery performance and ensure 100% customer delivery compliance

Initiate and manage premium freight when necessary with proper approvals

Transmit and monitor ASN accuracy; resolve errors and discrepancies

Track and report customer delivery performance metrics; dispute ratings when appropriate

Reconcile shipment discrepancies (DMR, RDR, RMO) and resolve issues

Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements (labeling, packaging, routing, EDI)

Coordinate transportation requirements across internal teams and customers

Follow up on incoming shipments and internal dependencies impacting delivery

Act as liaison between customers and production control; support issue resolution

Manage obsolescence and balance-out activities; apply FIFO and design level controls

Maintain accurate system data for part setup and order processing

Support engineering changes and communicate delivery impacts to customers

Participate in customer and internal meetings; Escalate issues when required

Complete reports, metrics, and analysis to support operational performance

Support forecasting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives

Mentor and support other analysts; assist across carlines as needed

Support health and safety policies

What you will bring to the table

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

3–5 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or related field

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office tools

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Understanding of customer requirements and logistics processes

Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays as needed

Ability to coordinate across teams and make decisions under pressure

What we can provide you

A collaborative environment focused on operational excellence

Exposure to cross-functional supply chain and logistics operations

Opportunities to develop analytical and leadership skills

Supportive leadership and team environment

Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and business outcomes

Competitive compensation and benefits package including 401K match and incentive opportunities

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.

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