Supply Chain Analyst?

My client is looking for a Supply Chain Analyst to analyze data and methods to predict and improve delivery of products and services to its customers.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, operations, logistics, or a similar field
• Prior project management experience
• Supply chain management certification is preferred

Supply Chain Analyst Essential Skills

• Quantitative analysis expertise
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Critical-thinking skills
• Organizational abilities
• Problem solving skills

Roles & Responsibilities

• Be the contact point for many large purchases made from outside of the company for projects
• Plan and carry out large-scale projects
• Assess a company’s processes and inventory, then use that data to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Monitor and collect data on current operations, including scheduling, sourcing, warehousing, production, and delivery
• Gather data on each step within the supply chain, using it to recommend changes to reduce costs
• Research partner companies and seek to negotiate best-price contracts to increase business revenue

Day-to-Day Duties

• Investigate pain points within the process and develop solutions to resolve conflicts and inefficiencies
• Negotiate with vendors and carriers to secure best pricing and ensure contract compliance
• Create performance reports for management to review
• Communicate with other departments within the organization to identify efficiency issues, develop solutions, and implement changes
• Maintain a friendly and professional relationship with vendors while promoting company initiatives and values