Supply Chain Analyst

The Supply Chain Analyst supports supply chain planning and operations through data analysis, reporting, and process improvement. This role focuses on demand forecasting, inventory optimization, logistics analysis, and performance monitoring to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.

Key Responsibilities

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze supply chain data related to demand, inventory, procurement, and logistics
• Develop dashboards and reports on KPIs such as inventory turns, service level, lead time, and cost
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement

Planning & Optimization

• Support demand forecasting and supply planning activities
• Analyze inventory levels and recommend replenishment strategies
• Assist in capacity planning and network optimization initiatives

Operations Support

• Monitor supply chain performance and exceptions
• Support root cause analysis for service failures or delays
• Assist with SOP documentation and process standardization

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with procurement, production, logistics, sales, and finance teams
• Provide analytical insights to support decision-making
• Support supplier and logistics partner performance reviews

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field

Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in supply chain, operations, or data analysis
• Experience with supply chain planning or ERP systems

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data modeling)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Familiarity with demand planning, inventory management, and logistics concepts
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with supply chain analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau)
• Knowledge of forecasting and optimization techniques
• Professional certifications (APICS CPIM, CSCP)
• Experience in specific industries (manufacturing, FMCG, retail, e-commerce)