Supply Chain Analyst

Job Brief

This Supply Chain Analyst job description template can be used to post to job boards and careers pages online. It is also easy to customize for your business.

Job Description

• ● Create processes and methods to gather supply chain data
• ● Analyze data to identify problematic areas and suggest improvements
• ● Plan and implement supply chain optimization projects (e.g. warehouse-slotting, route planning)
• ● Develop requirements and standards (e.g. packaging, procurement, delivery)
• ● Oversee inventory procedures
• ● Discover the most cost-effective shipping modes and schedules
• ● Evaluate vendor operations (e.g. freight forwarders) according to quality standards
• ● Help foster trusting relationships with business partners
• ● Collaborate with IT professionals to implement effective systems
• ● Track KPIs and report on supply chain’s performance

Job Requirements

• ● Proven experience as a Supply Chain Analyst, Logistics Coordinator or similar role
• ● Experience in data mining, analysis and reporting
• ● Familiarity with supply chain processes (e.g.inventory planning, warehouse management)
• ● Working knowledge of MS Office, relational databases and ERP systems (e.g. SAP)
• ● Analytical mind with business acumen
• ● Problem-solving aptitude
• ● Attention to detail
• ● Excellent communication skills
• ● Outstanding organizational ability
• ● BSc/BA in Logistics, Business Analytics, Mathematics or a related field