Supply Chain Analyst

Drylock Technologies LTD•Eau Claire, WI

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our team as a Supply Chain Analyst and play a key role in driving operational excellence through data-driven decision-making. The Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for analyzing and optimizing supply chain performance through data-driven insights, operational reporting, production planning support, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role partners cross-functionally with Operations, Logistics, Purchasing, Customer Service, Sales, Finance, and Manufacturing to improve service levels, inventory performance, production efficiency, and overall operational effectiveness. This position plays a key role in identifying trends, managing risk, improving planning accuracy, and supporting strategic supply chain decision-making in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities with a high attention to detail
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, data modeling, and trend analysis
Ability to analyze large data sets and communicate findings clearly
Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
Strong understanding of supply chain concepts including forecasting, inventory management, production planning, lead times, and capacity constraints
Experience developing reports, dashboards, and KPIs
Ability to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities using operational data
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong collaboration and cross-functional partnership skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Hearing protection must be worn at all times in high noise designated areas.
Cut resistant gloves when using cutting tools.
Safety goggles must be worn when working with the air compressor.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Operations Management, Information Systems or related field preferred
1–5 years of experience in supply chain analytics, production planning, inventory management, logistics, manufacturing analytics, or related field preferred
Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze supply chain, inventory, production, and service data to identify trends, risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
Develop and maintain operational KPIs, dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools for leadership review
Monitor key metrics including forecast accuracy, inventory levels, production attainment, service performance, schedule adherence, and material availability
Perform root cause analysis on operational issues and recommend corrective actions
Translate large data sets into actionable business insights and recommendations
Support data-driven decision making through ad hoc analysis, reporting, and forecasting
Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve inventory utilization, increase operational efficiency, and improve customer service performance
Evaluate system data integrity and drive improvements in reporting accuracy and process consistency
Support production planning activities through analysis of forecasts, inventory levels, customer demand, lead times, and manufacturing capacity
Create, release, and manage production orders within ERP/MRP systems
Analyze capacity constraints, production flow, and material availability to support optimized scheduling decisions
Monitor production and material flow while proactively identifying shortages, delays, or operational risks
Recommend planning adjustments based on changing business conditions, demand variability, or operational constraints
Support product launches, transitions, phase-ins, and phase-outs while minimizing operational disruption and excess inventory
Maintain planning parameters, lead times, BOMs, and master data accuracy within ERP systems
Partner with Operations, Logistics, Purchasing, Customer Service, Finance, and other departments to improve supply chain performance and workflow efficiency
Support continuous improvement initiatives through process analysis, workflow optimization, and performance measurement
Identify process gaps and recommend scalable solutions to improve operational execution
Participate in projects involving inventory optimization, planning improvements, automation, reporting enhancements, and operational standardization
Communicate risks, constraints, and operational impacts clearly to stakeholders and leadership teams
Serve as backup support for Master Data Analyst responsibilities as needed
Lead and develop production personnel through clear expectations, direct communication, and consistent accountability.
Conduct timely performance reviews and ongoing coaching to drive individual and team performance.
Maintain a structured discipline process including coaching, corrective counseling, and written warnings when required.
Develop and strengthen frontline leadership capability in team supervisors