Supply Chain Analyst

Key responsibilities

• Forecasting and planning:
  
  

Develop and implement strategies for demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory management to maintain a balanced flow of goods.

• Supplier management:
  
  

Manage relationships with suppliers, research fair pricing, and negotiate contracts.

• Cost reduction:
  
  

Identify areas for cost reduction through process improvement, new routes, or better supplier agreements.

• Performance monitoring:
  
  

Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report on supply chain performance to management.

• Collaboration:
  
  

Work with various departments, such as logistics, procurement, and production, to ensure smooth operations.

• Process improvement:
  
  

Help implement new tools and processes to streamline operations and provide recommendations for strategic decision-making.

• Risk mitigation:
  
  

Monitor the supply chain for potential disruptions and develop plans to mitigate them.

• Data analysis:
  
  

Collect, analyze, and interpret supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

Skills And Qualifications

• Analytical skills:
  
  

Ability to analyze complex data and use advanced analytics tools to model and predict outcomes.

• Communication skills:
  
  

Clearly present findings and recommendations to management and collaborate effectively with other teams.

• Problem-solving:
  
  

Identify and resolve issues that arise in the supply chain process.

• Technical proficiency:
  
  

Experience with supply chain management software like SAP is often required.

• Business acumen:
  
  

Understand how supply chain operations integrate with overall business objectives.