Supply Chain Data & Reporting Analyst (SAP / Power BI) in Houston, TX

Title: Supply Chain Data & Reporting Analyst (SAP / Power BI)
Location: Houston, TX
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Interviews: MS Teams

Manager Notes:
This is a pure execution role, not strategy or roadmap work. The consultant will step in and immediately help the procurement team make better use of their data.

The work centers on SAP backend procurement data, specifically material master and purchasing tables, with a heavy emphasis on data transformation, documentation, and clarity. Candidates must be comfortable working through ambiguity, shaping messy data into usable insights, and clearly documenting what they build.

The environment is S/4HANA, and while industry background is not required, hands-on SAP backend experience within supply chain or procurement is mandatory. This is where candidates win or lose. Six Sigma knowledge can be light.

Power BI is a must-have, including data transformations and building dashboards that procurement leaders can actually use. The role will refresh existing dashboards, create new KPIs, analyze SAP change logs to identify good vs. bad changes, and partner closely with stakeholders to iterate on reporting.

This is an independent, trusted role for someone who enjoys getting things done, owning deliverables end to end, and translating complex SAP data into clear, actionable views for the business.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:
KPI Dashboard Development and Maintenance:

• Support the design, development, and implementation of the supply chain KPI dashboard using Power BI.
• Extract, validate, and transform SAP MM data (tables, reports, and transactional data) to support KPI reporting needs.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness across all reporting sources.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline data extraction and reporting workflows.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of processes and procedures that support ongoing KPI reporting.
• Apply continuous improvement principles where appropriate (Lean Six Sigma experience beneficial).

Procedure Writing and Documentation:

• Assist in the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs), user guides, and training material related to the supply chain KPI dashboard and associated processes.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, validate data meets requirements, and create clear and understandable dashboards.
• Assist in providing training and support to the organization on the use of the KPI dashboard and related tools.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a supply chain role, with a focus on data analysis and process improvement.
• Basic Experience with Power BI for data visualization and reporting.
• Proficient in SAP for supply chain management.
• Experience as a contract specialist, with a strong understanding of contract management principles.
• Experience in inventory management a plus.

Skills:

• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred).
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP MM, including navigation of table data (e.g., MARA, MARC, MSEG, EKKO, EKPO), data extraction, and report generation.
• Basic experience with Power BI for data visualization and reporting is a requirement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in procedure writing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the Energy industry.

Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in work deliverables.
• Initiative: Takes proactive steps to improve processes and solve problems.
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively with team members and other departments.
• Primarily office-based with occasional travel to other company locations as required.