Supply Chain Analyst

SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST

Key Responsibilities

Planning, Analytics & Performance Management

• Develop, analyze, and maintain supply chain performance dashboards and KPIs on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Monitor demand, supply, and inventory trends; identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Support demand planning, supply planning, and S&OP/IBP processes through advanced analytics and reporting.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and business insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Process Improvement & Project Support

• Lead and support small to medium-scale improvement initiatives focused on planning, forecasting, data quality, and operational efficiency.
• Document current and future-state business processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Identify opportunities for process automation, standardization, and optimization.
• Support system implementations, enhancements, and upgrades.

Systems & Data Management

• Partner with IT and business stakeholders to define functional requirements and support solution development.
• Maintain master data and planning parameters to ensure system accuracy and integrity.
• Support integration and optimization of ERP, planning, and reporting platforms.
• Ensure data governance and reporting consistency across supply chain systems.

Inventory, Warehousing & Distribution Support

• Support warehouse replenishment, internal transfers, and order fulfillment planning.
• Analyze inventory positioning, safety stock, and service level performance.
• Identify slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Support network optimization and distribution efficiency initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Demand Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Sales, and Finance teams.
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable business recommendations.
• Present insights and improvement proposals to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Provide ongoing operational and analytical support to planning and operations teams.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Service Level / OTIF
• Inventory Turns / Days of Inventory
• Data Accuracy and Timeliness

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Information Systems, Business, or related field (required)
• Master’s degree or MBA (preferred)

Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in supply chain planning, procurement, or operations within a manufacturing or distribution environment required
• Experience supporting system development or process improvement initiatives in collaboration with IT
• Exposure to S&OP / IBP processes preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of SQL, Access, Power BI, and/or Python
• Experience with ERP and planning systems (e.g., AS400, Sage, Blue Ridge, SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, or similar)
• Experience with BI and reporting tools (e.g., Qlik, Power BI, Tableau)
• Understanding of MRP, DRP, demand forecasting, and inventory optimization concepts

Preferred Qualifications

• System implementation or upgrade experience
• Advanced data modeling and automation experience
• Certification in supply chain or analytics (APICS/ASCM, CPIM, CSCP, or similar)

Core Competencies & Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, continuous improvement mindset
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills