Supply Chain Analyst

INDUSTRIAL PACKAGING SUPPLIES INC•Greenville, SC

6h•Onsite

About The Position

IPS Packaging is looking for a driven and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join their Procurement team. This role will support the continued growth and performance of their supply chain operations. The position involves improving inventory performance, supporting procurement strategy, monitoring market trends, optimizing supplier performance, and driving operational efficiency. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys digging into data, and wants to make a measurable impact.

Requirements

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel and reporting tools
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments
High level of accountability, professionalism, and attention to detail
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Power BI experience strongly preferred
Experience in supply chain, procurement, inventory, operations analytics, or related fields preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred
ISM/APICS Certification (CPSM) is a plus

Responsibilities

Build and maintain inventory and supply chain reporting through daily data processing and analysis
Monitor inventory levels, aging inventory, stock imbalances, and supply chain trends across the distribution network
Identify inventory irregularities, stock-out risks, and process gaps while recommending proactive solutions
Develop and maintain KPI dashboards, reporting tools, and analytics that support inventory, sourcing, purchasing, and operational decision-making
Transform raw data into actionable business insights for pricing analysis, inventory optimization, and supplier performance tracking
Maintain pricing repositories, vendor agreements, rebate tracking, and non-stock costing updates
Support spend analysis, diversity spend tracking, price index monitoring, and commodity strategy initiatives
Manage Special Stock and Deadstock programs, including reporting, financial impact analysis, and cross-functional resolution efforts
Coordinate overstock inventory reporting across departments and platforms
Research and resolve reporting discrepancies while supporting monthly reporting initiatives
Partner cross-functionally to improve operational readiness and supply chain performance
Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and process improvements to increase productivity and profitability