Supply Chain Business Analyst

Description: Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain & Operations Analyst to support data-driven decision-making across supply chain, manufacturing, and logistics functions. This role involves analyzing performance metrics, driving operational improvements, and supporting digital enablement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Supply Chain & Operations Analytics:

- Collect, analyze, and interpret supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

- Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and reports for leadership, covering metrics such as on-time delivery, supplier performance, lead time, inventory turns, and manufacturing efficiency.

- Support root cause analysis for operational bottlenecks, supplier delays, and logistics issues.

Manufacturing & Logistics Support:

- Partner with manufacturing and logistics teams to evaluate throughput, material flow, and capacity utilization.

- Analyze and optimize logistics networks, warehouse layouts, and transportation routes to improve cost and delivery performance.

- Support initiatives that reduce lead time, improve quality, and enhance operational reliability.

Operations Excellence & Continuous Improvement:

- Collaborate with operations excellence teams to identify and quantify process improvement opportunities.

- Support Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives with data analysis, metrics tracking, and benefit validation.

- Develop models for performance benchmarking, cost reduction, and operational efficiency.

- Report measurable results of improvement projects to leadership.

Supply Chain Project Management Support:

- Assist in supply chain and operations transformation projects with business analysis, data modeling, and project tracking.

- Maintain project dashboards, monitor milestones, and track benefits realization across multiple workstreams.

- Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and operations teams to ensure alignment with strategic goals.

Business Systems & Digital Enablement:

- Act as a liaison between supply chain users and IT to enhance ERP, MRP, and business intelligence system functionality.

- Develop reporting tools and automation to improve data visibility and workflow efficiency.

- Support data governance, system integration, and continuous improvement of digital platforms.

- Train and assist users in leveraging analytics tools for operational decision-making.

What You Bring:

Education & Experience:

- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Masters preferred).

- 5+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or business analysis within a manufacturing or capital equipment environment.

- Proven experience supporting cross-functional operations including logistics, procurement, manufacturing, and project management.

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced proficiency in Excel and Power BI.

- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar).

- Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and manufacturing operations.

- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a matrixed, global organization.