Manufacturing Data Analyst

Position Title: Business Data Analyst

Reporting into Title: Director of Supply Chain

Business and Department: Supply Chain

Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.

Position Purpose/Summary

The Business Data Analyst enhances supply chain performance through data-driven insights and strategic reporting. This position supports the broader Supply Chain function, focusing on improving forecast accuracy to enable effective Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP)reporting, inventory optimization, and advanced analytics capabilities to support demand planning and operational efficiency.

The Business Data Analyst is responsible for delivering impactful analytical support to improve forecast reliability, identify risks and opportunities within the supply chain, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Operations, Purchasing, Finance, and Commercial teams to translate complex data into actionable insights that inform decision-making and drive measurable business outcomes.

Direct Reports

• None.
  
  

Education

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Management or equivalent work experience
  
  

Experience

• 5 years of experience in supply chain or manufacturing operations, specializing in data analysis, forecasting, and strategic business operations.
• 2 years of experience directly supporting and managing Sales, Inventory and Operations (SIOP) planning.
• Familiarity with packaging or contract manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data sets and translate into actionable insights.
• Experience with demand forecasting, inventory analysis, or production planning.
• Solid understanding of financial and operational metrics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Displays efficient time-management skills by meeting deadlines while multi-tasking, stopping/starting work assignments, and redirecting attention as necessary.
• Recognizes and respects confidentiality in various formats
  
  

Technology/Software

• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Power Query, SumIfs, etc.)
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (Microsoft Navision or similar)
• Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools preferred
• Experience with statistical tools for forecasting and trend analysis (e.g., time series, regression models)
• SharePoint and collaborative tools for reporting process enhancements
  
  

Communication

• Developed and practiced competency with written and verbal communication.
• Able to persuade and influence outcome using respectful and fair messaging tactics.
• Demonstrated ability to receive information competently and respond well.
  
  

Physical Capabilities

Strength (lifting, dexterity, repetitive motion):

• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time.
  
  

Movement (standing, Stopping, Sitting, Crouching, Crawling)

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  
  

Hearing (loud noise tolerance, quiet work area, public speaking, receive work direction):

• Traditional office setting with normal range of noise; able to receive information that is audible, with or without accommodation.
  
  

Vision (judge distance, read signs, extended computer work, identify details):

• Predominantly computer-based work whereby seeing a screen is necessary.