Supply Chain Business Analyst

Watts Water Technologies•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Business Analyst drives data-informed strategies to improve operational efficiency and create value across supply chain functions. Serving as a key partner between business stakeholders and Supply Chain support teams, the role supports metric creation and management, process alignment, continuous improvement, and strategic decision-making. The position reports to the Sr. Manager, SIOP and is based at the Fort Worth, Texas manufacturing facility. Work is onsite Monday through Friday, primarily in an office environment, with occasional work on the manufacturing floor and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Scheduled hours are communicated by the manager. The role analyzes supply chain data, supports operational reporting and production-planning digital tools, maintains Power BI models and master-data processes, and helps users make effective use of business systems and reports. It also contributes to new product development stage-gate analysis, production meetings, cross-functional coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives. Watts describes its mission as providing safe, clean water and protecting the planet’s water resources. Its culture emphasizes integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, transparency, collaboration, inclusion, communication, and customer-focused action.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, operations management, supply chain management, data information systems, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in business, supply chain, or operations analytics.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in production-planning software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality, dependability, and the ability to adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Ability to adhere to personnel policies, procedures, and process standards and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with coworkers.
Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods and perform repetitive keyboard or mouse tasks.
Ability to move around the office and organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
Ability to read documents, use a computer, perform data entry, and communicate clearly with management and coworkers, including in meetings or phone calls.
Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment when required to be on the manufacturing floor.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Run daily, weekly, and monthly reports to drive decision-making across the platform.
Compile and analyze data from all supply chain areas and recommend ways to improve efficiency and responsiveness of internal processes.
Develop and maintain Power BI models supporting operational platform metric reporting.
Develop tools and methods to streamline master-data maintenance and updates.
Provide project support for supply chain analysis in NPD stage gates.
Propose practical, innovative solutions to business challenges and ensure proposed solutions align with organizational strategy and technological capabilities.
Train users to effectively use business systems, processes, and reports.
Support development and maintenance of production-planning digital tools and models.
Participate in production meetings and cross-functional teams to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and support continuous improvement.
Support impromptu reporting requested by WAS Ops leadership.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, standards, values, and cultural beliefs, and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with Watts employees.