SummaryThe Supply Chain Network Planning Analyst is a key position within our supply chain organization. The ideal candidate will be proactive, a self-starter with analytical skills.The individual in this role will design, implement, and maintain analytics, and develop reports to drive end-to-end supply chain initiatives and strategic scenarios based on the North American sites capacity utilization. This role is a highly interactive one, partnering with other business analysts, supply chain managers, commercial, procurement, finance, logistics, manufacturing and operations’ teams. Essential Functions Work with supply chain team to gather data requirements and conduct analysis with the goal of improving the organization's supply chain operations.Accountable for tracking, analysis, and distribution of supply chain Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) including customer service KPI’s (On-time delivery performance), etc.Ownership of freight cost analysis to track how much freight we are charging and recovering from our customers on a monthly basis.Lead a Network Capacity Planning analysis and utilize analytical skills for building and maintaining supply models by working closely with the Operations, Finance and supply chain teams for developing what-if scenarios and cost-benefit analysis which will help to create backup plans and make optimal decisions quickly.Develop Market Analysis for target products and customers. Support Strategic Initiatives with cost/benefit analysis for CAPEX investment in our current Facilities for new business opportunities.Assist in developing analytics / reports for supply/demand/inventory balancing processes, supply chain optimization techniques and statistical approaches in supply chain strategy.Seek innovation in reporting and analysis tools to better assist the supply chain team and the business with the information needed.Collaborate closely with Supply Chain/Business and IT/BI teams to improve self-serve reporting capabilities, and to identify and remedy system issues.Identify underperforming areas in the supply chain and may suggest improvements to profitably meet customers' needs.CompetenciesTransformational Leadership Drives change.Engages cross-functional coalitions to implement change.Thought LeadershipConsistently adding value with your thinking.Demonstrates big picture thinking.Business results orientedCustomer-focused value creation.Consistently delivering result.Exceeds expectations.Strong on individual accountability.Trust & TeamworkTakes the time to listen for understanding and asks questions to clarify.Uses communication skills that enhance teamwork (listens, is open, is honest, timely, and direct).Encourages others to listen using active listening skills.Works well with other departments, functions, regions and cultures.Talks StraightCommunicates directly, honestly, respectfully and in a timely manner to resolve conflict.Uses simple language that is clear and to the point.Is able to clearly define reality, even if it is controversial.Functional CompetenciesUnderstanding of end-to-end supply chain concepts such as MRP, forecasting, logistics, etc.Should have strong and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, international multicultural environment.Must have excellent Microsoft Excel Skills.Prior experience with SAP is a plus.Prior experience with demand/supply/schedule planning software is a plus. QualificationsA bachelor's degree in business or engineering or a related field.3-5 years of supply chain management or analytics experience.Strong analytical skills for complex problem solving.Focus on supply chain management or Industrial Engineering or similar discipline is preferred.Prior Experience in Chemical Industry Supply Chain or Operations.Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, v-lookups).APICS or similar Supply Chain Certification is a plus.Basic knowledge of databases, query/reporting and SQL is a plus.Ability to articulate technical topics to non-technical audiences and build and maintain positive relationships.Excellent interpersonal skills with exceptional influencing and written communication skills.