Operational Excellence Analyst

Aramark • Grapevine, TX

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About The Position

Union Supply, an Aramark business unit and a leading provider of commissary products and logistics services to correctional facilities nationwide, is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst to support forecasting, inventory alignment, and cross-functional planning across Operations, Procurement, Transportation, Finance, and Warehouse Leadership. This role compiles data, analyzes demand trends, and helps support the weekly planning process to ensure accurate forecasts and operational alignment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Analytics, Finance, Operations, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in forecasting, demand planning, inventory analysis, or supply chain analytics
• Experience with ERP systems preferred (DAX, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple departments
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Responsibilities

• Assist with weekly, monthly, and quarterly demand forecasts using historical data and business inputs
• Gather, consolidate, and validate forecast inputs from Operations, Procurement, Warehouse Leadership, Finance, and Transportation
• Monitor inventory levels and help identify shortages, overstocks, and shifts in buying patterns
• Support scenario planning for production, purchasing, replenishment, and warehouse capacity
• Build and maintain reports, dashboards, and KPIs tied to forecast accuracy, volume trends, and operational performance
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of planning data across systems and reporting tools
• Provide routine analytical insights to explain drivers behind forecast variances
• Support process improvements and workflow efficiencies within the planning cycle
• Participate in weekly demand planning discussions and provide data-driven updates
• Communicate forecast changes and operational impacts to key stakeholders
• Partner closely with Operations, Procurement, Warehouse Leadership, Finance, and Transportation to ensure alignment
• Build strong relationships to maintain consistency and accuracy across planning inputs
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of operational and financial data
• Follow company policies, operational standards, and planning procedures
• Support system enhancements and future ERP transitions through data prep and testing
• Assist with special projects, ad-hoc analysis, and reporting requests as needed
• Remain flexible as job duties may shift based on business needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees