How to hire a senior materials analyst

How to hire a senior materials analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step senior materials analyst hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a senior materials analyst job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new senior materials analyst
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the senior materials analyst you need to hire. Certain senior materials analyst roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   A senior materials analyst's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, senior materials analysts from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of senior materials analyst salaries for various roles:

   Type of Senior Materials Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Senior Materials Analyst	Buyers and purchasing agents buy products and services for organizations to use or resell. They evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and review the quality of products.	$26-43
   Purchasing Agent	A purchasing agent's general task is keeping purchase records and making sure that there won't be any discrepancies with the handling of orders. The purchasing agent should be responsible for the order processing and payment collection... Show more	$17-34
   Landman	Landmen are referred to as the public-facing side of a gas, mineral, and oil exploration and production team. They are professionals who interact and negotiate directly with landowners for the acquisition of gas and oil drilling leases... Show more	$25-61

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Supply Chain
   • Materials Management
   • MRP
   • Material Planning
   • Sigma
   • Inventory Control
   • ERP
   • Logistics
   • Production Planning
   • ECO
   • Delivery Performance
   • Part Numbers
   • Lean Manufacturing
   • Inventory Management

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage data gathering and processing of information to maintain and support Kanban production management systems.
   • Establish procedures that manage critical factors such as moisture sensitivity, electrostatic discharge, storeroom temperature and FIFO inventory staging system.
   • Develop Kanban and trigger base buying processes.
   • Assist with BOM audits and initial build validation efforts.
   • Serve as central interface between manufacturing, marketing and sales for logistics and any other customer service relate issues.
   • Generate make/buy analysis and implement any require changes in MRP tool.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your senior materials analyst job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A senior materials analyst salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, senior materials analysts' average salary in north dakota is 36% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level senior materials analysts earn 38% less than senior-level senior materials analysts.
   • Certifications. A senior materials analyst with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a senior materials analyst's salary.

   Average senior materials analyst salary

   $71,913yearly

   $34.57 hourly rate

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   Entry-level senior materials analyst salary

   $56,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 22, 2025

   Average senior materials analyst salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$96,989	$47
   2	Massachusetts	$78,471	$38
   3	New Jersey	$77,712	$37
   4	Connecticut	$75,207	$36
   5	Wisconsin	$71,244	$34
   6	Texas	$71,190	$34
   7	Washington	$69,680	$34
   8	Nebraska	$69,521	$33
   9	Georgia	$69,302	$33
   10	Tennessee	$68,692	$33
   11	Florida	$67,674	$33
   12	Minnesota	$67,332	$32
   13	Illinois	$65,712	$32
   14	Indiana	$65,647	$32
   15	Ohio	$65,359	$31
   16	Arizona	$65,031	$31
   17	Colorado	$63,923	$31
   18	North Carolina	$59,948	$29

   Average senior materials analyst salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	PVH	$102,692	$49.37
   2	Micron Technology	$99,495	$47.83
   3	Entegris	$98,489	$47.35	3
   4	Pacifi	$97,059	$46.66
   5	Bimbo Bakeries	$91,704	$44.09
   6	Daimler Trucks North America	$91,468	$43.98	1
   7	Carter's	$86,136	$41.41
   8	Rayonier Advanced Materials	$83,675	$40.23
   9	Molson Coors	$79,132	$38.04
   10	EMC	$76,614	$36.83
   11	Carrier	$75,349	$36.23	1
   12	Momentive	$74,723	$35.92
   13	Cummins	$74,626	$35.88
   14	Dell	$74,556	$35.84
   15	Eurofins	$74,195	$35.67	7
   16	Gulfstream Aerospace	$74,051	$35.60	10
   17	Honeywell	$73,619	$35.39	4
   18	Goodyear	$73,578	$35.37
   19	Superior Group	$73,416	$35.30
   20	PDS Tech	$73,411	$35.29	1

4. Writing a senior materials analyst job description

   A good senior materials analyst job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a senior materials analyst job description:

   Senior materials analyst job description example

   The Senior Supply Chain Analyst reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager. Primary function is to plan and allocate materials in a continuous improvement culture to provide timely delivery to customers with minimal inventory investment. This includes timely release requirements against customer orders to support manufacturing requirements and coordinating interface with suppliers on delivery. This role also analyzes large sets of data with the objective of providing timely and accurate feedback to customers, operations and leadership. Actively support and strive to meet the strategic goals set by yourself, the facility and Danfoss.
   Job Responsibilities
   
   * Timely planning and execution of work orders to support daily operations, including reviewing work order material shortages and executing timely delivery of raw materials for production including prompt and proper actions to MRP planner messages.
   * Determines order points, appropriate order quantities, safety stock and related inventory controls; evaluates deviations from normal guidelines on assigned parts by recommending alternative actions to be employed in the event of failure to meet production schedules.
   * Support daily production and communication meetings; inform supervisor and shop floor of material shortages that adversely affect the production plan and schedules.
   * Support data analytics regarding translating large, complex data sets into easily understood summaries to be used for presenting to senior leadership and customers.
   * Lead materials projects that will improve visibility of drivers to eliminate roadblocks to achieving plant performance goals.
   * Ability to leverage strong MS Excel skills to highlight areas of focus that will drive process improvements.
   * Ensure that material and capacity are planned correctly, researching present and potential material shortages and incorporating corrective actions.
   * Identify and execute opportunities to increase On-Time Delivery while decreasing inventory investment.
   * Participate in identifying, communicating, and resolving supplier problems through the development and maintenance of ethical supplier relationships that foster a desire to furnish new ideas and promote cooperation with Eaton on an on-going basis.
   * Maintain and project inventory positions that satisfy asset management goals and minimize risk of product obsolescence.\
   * Support Part Activation activities and Change Management policies as needed including Engineering Change Notices (ECN) execution including implementing changes to computer records and evaluating changes in inventory and customer requirements influenced by the ECN
   
   Background & Skills
   
   * Required (basic) qualifications -
   * Bachelor's Degree in Business or Manufacturing Related Field and three (3) years' experience in a related role OR
   * High School Diploma and ten (10) years' experience in a directly related role.
   
   * Preferred qualifications -
   * 5 years' experience in a production planning role
   * Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
   * SQL Query Language and VB.net coding
   
   Danfoss - Engineering Tomorrow
   
   At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
   
   Following our founder's mindset 'action speaks louder than words', we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
   
   Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
   
   Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
   
   Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
   
   Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 40,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
   
   Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
   
   Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
   
   Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 40,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

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5. Post your job

   To find senior materials analysts for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any senior materials analysts they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level senior materials analysts with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your senior materials analyst job on Zippia to find and recruit senior materials analyst candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit senior materials analysts, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new senior materials analyst

   Once you've found the senior materials analyst candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new senior materials analyst. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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