Location: Shelton, CT
Salary: $30.00 USD Hourly - $35.00 USD Hourly
Description: Job Title: Product Lifecycle Analyst (Contract)Work Schedule: Onsite - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location: Shelton, CT (other locations may be considered)
Travel: 10-20%
Duration: Temporary / Contract
Position SummaryThis temporary role supports the Product Lifecycle Manager (PLCM) for a specific Business Unit (BU), helping drive initiatives across the full product lifecycle. The Product Lifecycle Analyst works closely with the PLCM and cross-functional teams to provide data analysis, insights, and operational support that enable informed portfolio, supply chain, and commercialization decisions. This role serves as a key connector between the BU, supply chain, and enterprise teams, with a strong focus on data-driven decision making.
Key Responsibilities- Support the Product Lifecycle Manager in executing portfolio initiatives across the full product lifecycle, from new product introduction through end-of-life
- Support the lead facilitator for Enterprise Business Planning (EBP) Step 1 for assigned North America Business Units
- Perform analysis on large, complex data sets and present insights to leadership to support data-driven decisions impacting the end-to-end supply chain
- Conduct monthly SLOB (Slow-Moving & Obsolete Inventory) reviews for finished goods, helping reduce excess and obsolete inventory
- Support New Product Introductions (NPI) and product transitions by partnering with inventory and supply planning teams to generate runout and transition timing analyses
- Provide key support for Project Vulcan (manufacturing network design), including modeling and tracking dual-sourcing strategies
- Support product discontinuations by developing depletion and exit plans for end-of-life SKUs
- Analyze customer inventory levels in partnership with customer service and forecasting teams to assess non-working trade and transition risks
- Provide data and analysis to support cost improvement initiatives, including Design-to-Value sessions and Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP)
- Collaborate across multiple stakeholders including NPD/NPI, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Marketing, Commercial, and Project Management teams
- Provide ongoing analytical support and insights to help improve BU supply chain metrics and business performance
Top Skills & Experience Required- Strong understanding of the product lifecycle, including lifecycle phases and portfolio management concepts
- Proven analytical skills, including the ability to interpret large data sets and deliver actionable insights
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in both virtual and onsite settings
Technical Skills & Tools- General understanding of item setup tools
- Experience with SAP OTC (preferred)
- Experience with JDA (preferred)
- Experience with SAP WP1 (bonus)
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the Microsoft Office suite
- Experience using Power BI reports and familiarity with data science principles
- General SAP / ERP understanding or experience
Values & Behaviors- People First: Builds strong relationships, recognizes contributions, and participates in team and community activities
- Move Forward: Supports innovative approaches, delivers data on time, and helps identify when decisions are required
- Listen Up, Speak Up: Communicates openly, raises challenges, provides feedback, and offers solutions
- Own It Together: Demonstrates urgency, accountability, and commitment to team success
Required Education & Experience- Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Engineering, Chemistry, Finance), Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related discipline
- Strong experience in data analysis, data transformation, and cross-functional collaboration
- Ability to translate data into insights that inform operational and business decisions
- Beginner-level understanding of how recommendations and decisions may impact the P&L
- Comfortable working in hybrid and virtual teams; goal-oriented with strong data, reporting, and communication skills
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