Job Description
Job Description
Role Overview
The Supply Chain Analyst supports transportation, warehousing, production, procurement, and inventory operations through practical, data-driven analysis. This role partners closely with the Supply Chain Manager and cross-functional teams to improve operational performance, manage costs, and ensure continuity of supply in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating demand.
The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working directly with operational data, ERP / WMS systems, and imperfect datasets.
Key ResponsibilitiesOperational & Financial Analysis
Analyze requirements and forecasts to support procurement and inventory strategies with meaningful financial and operational impact
Evaluate the financial implications of current and future operational methods, including cost, service, and inventory tradeoffs
Generate month-end reporting, including inventory, cost of goods sold (COGS), supplier spend, and planning and forecast summaries
Reporting & Data Management
Develop, maintain, and distribute recurring KPI and operational performance reports
Build and maintain Excel-based analytical tools and Power BI dashboards
Extract, validate, and reconcile data from IFS (ERP) and Invar (WMS)
Maintain clean, accurate, and well-structured datasets to support decision-making
Procurement & Supplier Support
Support purchasing prioritization and procurement analysis within established policies
Assist with supplier engagement, including quote analysis, contract term review, performance tracking, and issue escalation
Monitor supplier performance metrics and collaborate with the Quality team on corrective actions
Evaluate and adjust procurement and inventory plans in response to demand changes, supply constraints, and market conditions
Cross-Functional & Operational Support
Collaborate with Warehouse, Shipping, Production, Quality, Engineering, Sales, and Finance teams to align supply strategies and prevent disruptions such as line-down events or missed shipments
Partner with the Warehousing team to support inventory accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and assist with physical inventory counts
Collaborate with Finance and suppliers to help resolve accounts payable discrepancies
Develop a strong understanding of product structures, manufacturing processes, and supply chain operations and their interdependencies
Work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to recommend process improvements and supply chain optimization initiatives
Perform additional analytical or supply chain-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Analytics, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field preferred
2–5 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, or analytics
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets
Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookups, Power Query; macros a plus)
Experience with ERP systems (IFS preferred) and BI tools (Power BI preferred)
High attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or logistics environments
Exposure to procurement, inventory planning, or supplier performance analysis
Self-motivated, accountable, and focused on delivering accurate, high-quality work
Supply Chain Analyst • Ceres, CA, US