Supply Chain Analyst

*This position offers an in office work arrangement with a requirement to be local in the Cincinnati region. Applicants who cannot commute to the office should refrain from applying.*   Job Summary   The Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for providing analytical support to the Supply Chain Planning team members. They are responsible for updating/ maintaining accurate key planning fields on a timely basis as well as communicating the impact on the overall Supply Chain. This role will develop reports and provide recommendations to the Supply Chain Planning team based on thresholds established in coordination with the Supply Planning Managers.      Essential Job Functions *   Prepares and provides weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly assessment for key planning fields to Supply Chain Planning Managers  Generates and maintains reports for Safety Stock change opportunities in coordination with Supply Chain planning team.  Provides analytical support for MAPE analysis and Demand Planning best practices  Evaluates lead time changes using historical performance as well as evaluate impact of change within the planning system   Owner of Chinese New Year supply planning implementation timeline, evaluates impact on inventory, and updating the planning system  Provides analytical support for reviewing Excess and Obsolete in coordination with Supply Chain Planning, S&OP, Marketing, and Distribution  Works with Hillman and application IT groups to drive issue resolution and enhancements for continuous improvement.   Prepares and provides weekly reports on Inventory and evaluates trends by various hierarchies to support decisions within the Supply Chain Planning teams  Perform ad hoc analysis and participate on teams as needed.  Develops process to run service level simulation analysis and provides platform for synopsis of results  Supports and drives planning optimization working with supply, demand, and operations team.   Provides direction on service level planning for the creation of the supply plan process and validate performance vs. plan.  Develops metrics for planning data integrity and accuracy, service, and inventory metrics.  Supports and manages network optimization of inventory including analysis of excess, slow moving and obsolete inventory.  Drives continuous improvement, diagnoses root cause in the pursuit of efficiency and service improvement.    * This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.   Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.   Education & Experience   Preferred BS/BA and 2-4 years’ experience Or Required BS/BA and 0-3 years’ experience Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within the manufacturing and sourcing environment. Supply Chain experience within retail distribution sector preferred. Experience with complex logistics planning, transportation, and forecasting.   Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities   ​​Written and verbal communication skills​ Skills in teamwork and collaboration​ Interpersonal skills​ Problem-solving skills​ Analytical thinking skills     Operational Equipment   N/A. Work Environment and Physical Demands Work Environment Office: Office setting. Seldom exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Loud working environment of the shop area. Functional vision and hearing required. Physical Demands Office: Sedentary.