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$67,800.00 - $88,200.00JOB OVERVIEW:
The Supply Chain Analyst plays a key role on Blue Diamond Growers’ Global Supply Team and is responsible for product availability planning (Supply Insights), raw material planning, supply chain analytics, and system development. The role partners across the organization to inform sales strategies using crop supply information, including projected crop volume and characteristics, value-added demand plans, and commodity sold positions.This position provides strong working knowledge of the SAP IBP planning tool and supports system and process enhancements. The role provides analytical support and training across Global Supply Chain, partners with the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) team to align Supply Insights and S&OP assumptions and plans and participates on cross-functional data analytics teams across Blue Diamond Growers.
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Develop and communicate product availability and unsold commodity information to stakeholders.
- Facilitate alignment across the organization on key product availability assumptions.
- Align product availability planning to support the highest and best use of almond supply.
- Evaluate product availability outputs and provide analysis and recommendations that inform business strategy.
- Maintain substitution Bill of Material tables and ensure alignment with product specifications and SAP PLM.
- Communicate the raw material plan to the execution planning team and support compliance and alignment with the execution plan.
- Support the development of supply chain analytical tools and processes.
- Coordinate projects to develop and implement new or improved supply chain systems and tools, including product availability reporting, raw material planning, and supply chain dashboards.
- Support the Global Supply Chain team in the use and implementation of data analytics capabilities.
- Maintain documentation for systems and processes.
- Assist management with training and development related to supply chain analytics and planning tools.
- Perform ad hoc analysis as needed.
- This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in a supply chain analytical role or equivalent experience.
- At least 2 years of experience working with SAP S/4 and IBP or an equivalent ERP/MRP system.
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally across multiple departments, facilitate team meetings, and prepare briefings or presentations for multiple levels of the organization.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, including managing large datasets, built-in functions, and PivotTables.
- Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools, including management of associated datasets.
- Strong time-management skills and demonstrated ability to meet firm deadlines.
- A combination of education, certifications, and commensurate experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
- Data Analytics certification, APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or a similar certification.
- SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP Integrated Business Planning certification.
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing processes.
- Experience providing project leadership, training, or analytical guidance to others.
- Production planning experience in a food manufacturing environment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Sitting for prolonged periods.
- Walking through warehouses and multiple buildings.
- Occasional bending and lifting.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Office environment; hybrid model with three days in the office, based on business needs.
- Time spent in distribution and production areas.
- Exposure to dust, moisture, and hot/cold temperatures.
Blue Diamond Growers is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
WHY BLUE DIAMOND?
In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE .
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Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a supply chain analytical role or equivalent experience
- At least 2 years of experience working with SAP S/4 and IBP or an equivalent ERP/MRP system
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, facilitate team meetings, and prepare briefings or presentations for multiple levels
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel (large datasets, functions, PivotTables)
- Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar
- Strong time-management skills and ability to meet firm deadlines
- Combination of education, certifications, and commensurate experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Data Analytics certification, APICS CSCP, or similar certification
- SAP Integrated Business Planning certification
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing processes
- Experience providing project leadership, training, or analytical guidance to others
- Production planning experience in a food manufacturing environment
Blue Diamond Growers Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Blue Diamond Growers and has not been reviewed or approved by Blue Diamond Growers.
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Healthcare Strength — The benefits menu includes multiple HMO/PPO medical options, dental and vision coverage, an EAP, life and long‑term disability, plus optional protections and a wellness program. The breadth and add‑ons present a comprehensive health and protection suite.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a tiered employer match and Roth/in‑plan conversion is offered, with indications of immediate vesting. This structure is positioned as a solid component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and family or statutory leaves (parental, bereavement, military, jury duty) are available, with eligibility varying by status/tenure. The portfolio covers common leave needs across life events.
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Blue Diamond Growers is on a global mission to share the benefits of almonds with the world. Blue Diamond Growers is the world's largest almond processing and marketing company. We are the world’s leading almond brand, and we’re focused on building markets and creating new products to deliver the benefits of almonds to the world. Made up of more than 3,000 growers, we’re cooperatively owned by half of the state's almond growers who produce over 80 percent of the world almond supply. The California almond crop is marketed to all 50 states and more than 90 foreign countries, making almonds California's largest food export, the sixth largest U.S. food export and the #1 specialty crop in America. We keep that market-leading position by remaining strategically ahead of the curve, with continual innovations in our award-winning processing plants and information technology systems that have grown by leaps and bounds to support global growth. Our biggest point of differentiation, though, is our people. Through cooperation and teamwork, we, the Almond People as we’re affectionately known, deliver the best-tasting, highest-value almonds and almond products in the world. This is an exciting time at Blue Diamond where every team member can showcase their talents and contribute in new and innovative ways to drive accomplishments. The opportunity is here for each of us to step up, take our futures in hand and find new ways to achieve at Blue Diamond. We’re building on our strengths, learning as we go, trusting one another and realizing unprecedented levels of success. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
