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Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Duration: Contract - 9 months
Pay Range: $20/hr $25.83/hr (W2)
Job ID: 371873
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Description
We are seeking a Business Planning Analyst III to support semiconductor and memory commodities for sustaining HPE networking products. The role centers on materials management, supply health, and procurement execution to ensure continuity of supply in a high complexity environment. The ideal candidate brings advanced Excel capability, strong communication, and cross-functional collaboration across suppliers, distributors, manufacturing partners, and internal teams. You will analyze data to identify risks, recommend solutions, and execute initiatives that strengthen supply health and optimize cost.
Responsibilities:
- Lead fulfillment strategies across component suppliers, distributors/3PLs, ODM/CM partners, and internal teams, including an optimized inventory management approach.
- Drive inventory management and improve turns while resolving shortages with urgency and accuracy.
- Support co-planning/CPFR with suppliers and enhance, automate, and maintain reporting tools and performance dashboards.
- Monitor inventory levels and supply health, identify risks, and drive mitigation plans.
- Resolve component shortages by coordinating with suppliers, procurement, engineering, and operations teams.
- Lead supply reporting including dashboards, shortage summaries, and executive updates.
- Execute procurement activities such as PO management, lead time tracking, and supplier engagement.
- Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, forecast risks, and drive strategic actions.
- Support cost reduction and process improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data modeling.
- Experience in materials management, demand planning, supply chain operations, or procurement.
- Strong understanding of component-level supply chains in high tech hardware.
- Proven ability to interpret data and translate insights into actions.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with semiconductor or memory commodity management.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
- Background in networking, server, or hardware manufacturing environments.
- Process improvement mindset with experience driving operational efficiency.
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for growth with global clients
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects
Role Logistics
- Work On Site Required: Yes (HPE Site - Edge)
- Shift: Regular 8 hours, 8-5 with a one-hour break; Overtime Required: Yes
- Language: English required
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Interested? Apply Now!
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume or contact:
Name: Habeeb Ahmed
Email:
Phone:
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