Supply Chain Engineer

Pareto is a rapidly growing young company powered by a small, high-performing team. We develop innovative products backed by intellectual property and operate with strong financial and accounting practices. In just a few years, Pareto has become one of the leading suppliers of aluminum flexible flooring systems for wheelchair-accessible buses and vans across North America. As a growing company, every employee has the opportunity to make a visible impact, work directly with company leadership, and develop skills far beyond a traditional entry-level engineering role.

Driven by a bold vision to transform the transit bus industry through powerful innovations, Pareto is seeking a passionate Supply chain engineer who is eager to learn and grow a strong, impactful career. Our culture is focused to develop future technical and operations leaders by providing exposure to engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, ERP implementation, and business operations who are not only vital to our organization but also poised to make a lasting difference in the broader transportation industry.

While working in Supply chain, you will receive training in key business areas such as Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management, ERP (Odoo) Implementation, Manufacturing Operations, Vehicle Product Development, Purchasing, International Logistics, Supplier Development, Import/Export Compliance. This comprehensive exposure is designed to prepare you for high-impact roles and accelerate your path to leadership.

Pareto offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment characterized by high accountability, rapid learning, and High-performing employees are given increasing responsibility, cross-functional exposure, and opportunities to advance into Operations, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering Leadership roles.

Education: 

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, or related field
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred

• Experience with SolidWorks 
• Knowledge of ERP systems (Odoo preferred) 
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Job Description: Supply chain Engineer

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional to Support day-to-day supply chain operations by coordinating purchasing, inventory planning, supplier communication, ERP implementation, and logistics at Pareto. This role involves Inventory management, Odoo ERP implementation, coordination with internal and external teams, and maintaining accurate records across various systems. The core team operates from our headquarters in Plymouth, Michigan, where you will report directly to the CEO.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manufacturing support: Coordination with production, ensure material availability, ensure material is staged at correct workstation for production, prevent production downtime
• Inventory Management: Coordinate with suppliers and distributors to keep inventory records up to date in Odoo. Monitor inventory levels and recommend reorder quantities.
• Odoo Implementation: Assist with Odoo implementation, improve inventory accuracy, develop standard operating procedures.
• Logistics Coordination: Schedule and follow up on shipping and receiving activities to ensure timely delivery and receipt of materials, resolve logistic issues.
• Supplier coordination: Kick of purchase orders and payments on time, monitor supplier performance, follow up on delivery schedules, resolve shortages.
• Document Management: Understand Pareto’s data storage practices and ensure that all quotes, invoices, and purchase orders are accurately filed in their designated folders

Working for a small business is very different than working for a large one. There is a tremendous opportunity for learning and growing while we grow the business together. A versatile and positive attitude person will excel and will become a real asset to the organization.

Pareto Aluminum Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pareto Aluminum Systems does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.