Supply Chain Analyst

SIGMA-US•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

Sigma Foods is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Analyst to turn data into insights that drive smarter planning and decision-making across the supply chain. The role develops and enhances forecasting models, analyzes trends and business performance, and partners with Procurement, Finance, Product Management, and other functions to improve forecasting accuracy, optimize processes, and strengthen supply chain performance. The Supply Chain Analyst develops, maintains, and enhances forecasting models to help the Supply Chain team anticipate business needs, improve planning, and support company objectives. The role analyzes complex data, identifies trends and opportunities, and translates findings into actionable insights that help business leaders make informed forecasting and supply chain decisions. The position also supports supply chain network strategy, process and system improvements, risk mitigation, and performance measurement. It includes preparing clear presentations of complex data, findings, and recommendations for Executive Committee-level meetings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Five years of experience in Supply Chain, Forecasting, Business Analysis, Project Management, or a related area.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to define problems, collect and evaluate data, establish facts, and draw meaningful conclusions.
Ability to review and interpret data, identify trends and opportunities, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Understanding of database structure and design, mathematical principles, large data sets, distributed systems, and statistical concepts.
Strong knowledge of supply chain functions and their relationship to broader business operations.
Experience working with forecasting tools and software.
Ability to establish clear objectives, prioritize effectively, and collaborate with business partners to streamline processes and drive results.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate across organizational levels and present complex information clearly and concisely.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, including data analysis tools, PivotTables, and complex charts and graphs.
Project management experience supporting initiatives from concept through implementation.
Working knowledge of SAP.
Process-improvement mindset and ability to identify opportunities, recommend solutions, and help implement improvements.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize work independently and manage competing deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Experience working within Supply Chain operations.
Experience in the meat industry.
Knowledge of optimization principles and experience applying optimization techniques using analytical software tools.
Familiarity with network optimization, inventory optimization, product flow analysis, operations planning, and cost-to-serve analysis.
Knowledge of project management methodologies, concepts, processes, and documentation.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance forecasting models by product, period, and supplier for annual planning and forecasting.
Develop and analyze “what-if” pricing scenarios to assess potential impacts on forecasts and the overall budget.
Gather, organize, and maintain data supporting current and 120-day forecasts.
Analyze period results and identify key variances.
Monitor and forecast monthly, quarterly, and annual performance against plans and revised forecasts, highlighting trends and areas needing attention.
Prepare timely market analyses and insights to support near-term procurement and sourcing decisions.
Analyze supply chain data, identify trends and opportunities, and develop recommendations to improve global supply chain performance.
Collaborate with Procurement and Finance to identify trends, anticipate challenges, and address business issues that may affect forecasts.
Partner with Procurement and Product Management to develop and enhance planning tools, including annual MSC/Frame planning tools.
Develop and maintain Supplier and Plant Raw Material Scorecards to provide performance visibility and support consistent raw material supply to plants.
Drive process-improvement initiatives that streamline and standardize analysis across the organization.
Partner with IT, Sales, Finance, Accounting, Supply Management, and Product Planning to identify efficiency improvements and reduce redundant processes.
Identify and implement improvements that increase financial forecasting accuracy and enhance reporting.
Support long-term supply chain network strategies through industry and market analysis, asset optimization, technology investment analysis, and capacity planning.
Support the design, testing, and implementation of solutions that streamline business processes and enhance Bar-S systems.
Track, monitor, and measure implemented solutions to assess their business results.
Identify and communicate potential supply chain risks to leadership and recommend mitigation plans.
Use data analytics to uncover patterns, correlations, market trends, customer preferences, and other business insights.
Develop presentations that communicate complex data, findings, and recommendations for Executive Committee-level meetings.