Senior Analyst, Supply Chain Procurement

Asurion Corporation•Smyrna, TN

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About The Position

The Senior Analyst Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for the planning and forecasting of monthly supply for multiple clients. This position will also support CPFR initiatives with clients and suppliers. The Senior Analyst will assist in the short and long-term strategic direction for aspects specific to supply plans, including plans to drive profitability through increased production and utilization of remanufactured equipment, while ensuring product availability for claims fulfillment. The Senior Analyst will assist in promoting synergy among all business support groups of the global supply chain, and primarily does this by influencing the teams and peers in Procurement, Supplier Management as well as Operations, to ensure departmental results are delivered in accordance with the Supply Chain Planning strategic plan and Company Core Values.

Requirements

2-4 years of relevant experience, preferably in Supply Chain management or Accounting/Finance
BS Supply Chain Management, Accounting, or other technical/mathematical field
Highly proficient in MS Excel
Experience with an Advanced Planning System such as Kinaxis, O9, PTC, GAINSystems, DemandCast, JDA, SAS, etc.
Active listener; strong communication - verbal and nonverbal
Probes; good analysis; solves more detailed problems
Manages time; self-directed in most work areas; assists others
Builds relationships with teammates and establishes relationships with key stakeholders
Detailed understanding of the products and services offered.
Adaptable to change; can help support others through change
Contributing team member and leverages relationships to advance work
Provides peer to peer feedback and coaching to new team members Inspires peers through engagement, team support and continuous improvement.
Accountable for own performance and supporting efforts of team, acting with a customer first mindset.

Nice To Haves

MBA with quantitative background or other Advanced Degree preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Upload, create, and maintain planning and forecasting data
Comprehensive review and update of supply plan in support of CPFR and other sourcing efforts for multiple clients
Deliver detailed analysis of supply plans identifying and articulating change justification
Ensure appropriate safety stock levels are maintained to avoid stock out situation without risking E&O exposure
Devise plans and develop, maintain and improve upon best in class performance in forecasting, inventory levels, and service levels
Build and maintain relationships with external clients. Lead CPFR and other sourcing discussions
Lead and influence in a highly matrixed environment and have significant interaction with functional teams such as Procurement, Supplier Management, Client Services, Risk Management, Finance, and Operations
Devise Supply Chain Planning strategy and collaborate with Procurement and Finance to develop plans, both long-term and short-term, and reporting, to optimize equipment costs while maintaining customer experience (like-for-like, fill rate, etc.)
Build and maintain communication channels among all operational groups within the supply chain through information sharing, thought leadership, and tactical and strategic planning
Deliver analysis and data on supply chain performance (for planning and procurement - inventory levels, equipment costs, etc.)
Assist in the implementation, data management, development and operating of Advanced Planning System
Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned