Our client is seeking a motivated and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join a dynamic team. This role focuses on delivering data-driven insights for upstream supply chain processes and supporting planning, analytics, and performance improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate or early-career professional with a strong interest in supply chain management and talent development frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Upstream Analytics & Dashboards :
- Develop dashboards for upstream supply chain performance.
- Provide actionable insights to planners and buyers, highlighting opportunities for service improvement, cost reduction, and cash optimization.
- Support planning teams with periodic upstream data analysis.
Material Master Data :
Investigate and resolve master data issues in collaboration with business units.Monitor adherence to master data standards and report usage metrics.Assist in preparing monthly KPI reports related to material master data.Upstream Supply Chain Scorecard :
Conduct data accuracy gap analyses across business units for key KPIs.Support development of scorecard tools and methodologies.Analyze assessment results and present insights to management.Technology & Process Development :
Contribute to multi-way data exchange projects.Assist in identifying relevant analytics and insights training programs.Track and report training effectiveness and completion rates.Competency & Performance :
Align KPI competencies with business objectives and integrate them into reporting.Identify top performers across business units and track progress trends.Support implementation of competency-based performance evaluations.Desired Candidate Profile :
Experience : 5-7 years in supply chain or related fields (internships and co-op experience considered valuable).-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a team environment.Interest in talent development and skills management.Familiarity with supply chain processes and terminology.Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).Understanding of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.Core Competencies :
Analytical thinking and data interpretation.Project management and organizational skills.Attention to detail and accuracy.Interpersonal and communication skills.Adaptability and willingness to learn.Creativity and innovation in problem-solving.(ref : iimjobs.com)