Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst The Supply Chain Analyst supports transportation, warehousing, production, procurement, and inventory operations through practical, data-driven analysis. This role partners closely with the Supply Chain Manager and cross-functional teams to improve operational performance, manage costs, and ensure continuity of supply in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating demand. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working directly with operational data, ERP/WMS systems, and imperfect datasets. Key Responsibilities Operational & Financial Analysis Analyze requirements and forecasts to support procurement and inventory strategies with meaningful financial and operational impact Evaluate the financial implications of current and future operational methods, including cost, service, and inventory tradeoffs Generate month-end reporting, including inventory, cost of goods sold (COGS), supplier spend, and planning and forecast summaries Reporting & Data Management Develop, maintain, and distribute recurring KPI and operational performance reports Build and maintain Excel-based analytical tools and Power BI dashboards Extract, validate, and reconcile data from IFS (ERP) and Invar (WMS) Maintain clean, accurate, and well-structured datasets to support decision-making Procurement & Supplier Support Support purchasing prioritization and procurement analysis within established policies Assist with supplier engagement, including quote analysis, contract term review, performance tracking, and issue escalation Monitor supplier performance metrics and collaborate with the Quality team on corrective actions Evaluate and adjust procurement and inventory plans in response to demand changes, supply constraints, and market conditions Cross-Functional & Operational Support Collaborate with Warehouse, Shipping, Production, Quality, Engineering, Sales, and Finance teams to align supply strategies and prevent disruptions such as line-down events or missed shipments Partner with the Warehousing team to support inventory accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and assist with physical inventory counts Collaborate with Finance and suppliers to help resolve accounts payable discrepancies Develop a strong understanding of product structures, manufacturing processes, and supply chain operations and their interdependencies Work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to recommend process improvements and supply chain optimization initiatives Perform additional analytical or supply chain-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Analytics, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field preferred 25 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, or analytics Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookups, Power Query; macros a plus) Experience with ERP systems (IFS preferred) and BI tools (Power BI preferred) High attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Preferred Qualifications Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or logistics environments Exposure to procurement, inventory planning, or supplier performance analysis Self-motivated, accountable, and focused on delivering accurate, high-quality work

Created: 2026-03-05