Junior Global Supply Chain Analyst

Ashley Furniture•Chippewa Falls, WI

50d•Onsite

About The Position

Ashley Furniture is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Global Supply Chain Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our global supply chain operations by analyzing data, coordinating inventory strategies, and ensuring our products are available to customers worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop their skills in a fast-paced, industry-leading environment. You will work cross-functionally with teams like demand planning, logistics, and sales to drive efficiency and support our strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
0-2 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Operations, Buying, Inventory Control, or a related field (internship experience is a plus).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
A continuous improvement mindset and a passion for data-driven decision-making.

Nice To Haves

Experience with an ERP system (e.g., SAP) and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Basic knowledge of SQL.
Relevant internship or co-op experience in a supply chain or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Supply & Inventory Analysis: Assist in developing and maintaining the supply plan for key business units, ensuring that product availability aligns with demand forecasts and financial targets.
Purchase Order Management: Support the tactical execution of purchase order management, from creation to delivery, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness.
Data Reporting & Analytics: Analyze supply chain data using tools like Excel, BI platforms, and ERP systems to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement. Prepare data and materials for Demand and Supply Review meetings.
Product Lifecycle Support: Collaborate with Demand Planners and Sales teams to support product launch planning and the effective phase-in and phase-out of products.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to ensure supply chain activities are aligned with overall company objectives and to help resolve any supply disruptions.
Process Improvement: Participate in supply chain initiatives and recommend enhancements to processes and systems that improve speed, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Benefits

Be part of a world-class team: We are a global leader in the furniture industry, committed to operational excellence and innovation.
Growth and development: We invest in our employees' professional growth with opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement.
Make an impact: Your work will directly contribute to the efficiency and success of our global supply chain, ensuring our customers receive the products they love.

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