Analyst, Supply Chain

About This Role

The Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for developing consensus material forecasts, analyzing trends, and collaborating with Sales and customers to create monthly demand plans. This role drives inventory acquisition and ensures optimal customer service levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop monthly item-level materials forecasts using historical data, customer input, statistical models, and market trends
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to build monthly consensus forecasts
• Maintain integrity of the forecasting system database
• Prepare and report forecasting metrics such as forecast accuracy and root cause analysis of forecast errors
• Coordinate forecasting and inventory planning for customer special projects and new business initiatives
• Communicate trends and forecasts to stakeholders to support sales growth and identify risks
• Work directly with Sales and Customers to identify sales opportunities through trend analysis
• Partner with the materials team to ensure inventory levels support customer forecasts
• Organize monthly forecast review meetings with internal and external partners
• Review customer orders to ensure optimal service levels and improve forecast accuracy
• Communicate potential service or inventory issues to management
• Participate in Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, and Lean Management initiatives
• Demonstrate knowledge of supply planning parameters, inputs, and outputs

Requirements

• Proficiency in Excel
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Customer service oriented and strong team player

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Logistics, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field; or high school diploma/GED with equivalent experience
• 2-4 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 8+ years with a high school diploma/GED

Nice to Have

• Experience in reverse logistics planning
• Familiarity with major forecasting systems/software
• Business certifications/training (e.g., APICS, CSCP/CPIM, Six Sigma)

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

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