Supply Chain Data & Analytics Lead

X-Energy•Rockville, MD

1d•Remote

About The Position

X-energy LLC is hiring a Supply Chain Data & Analytics Lead to join its team. The Supply Chain Data & Analytics Lead drives operational excellence through data-driven insights and strategic reporting infrastructure. This role has a dual mandate: (1) analyze current procurement data to identify and resolve bottlenecks impacting PO cycle time, enabling immediate process improvements, and (2) design and implement the reporting architecture for Ariba that will support long-term performance optimization. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor with business acumen to transform raw data into actionable intelligence that accelerates X-energy's supply chain performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field
7 plus years of relevant experience
4-6 years of experience in procurement analytics, supply chain analytics, or business intelligence
Strong proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL)
Demonstrated ability to extract insights from complex datasets and communicate findings to non-technical audiences
Experience with supply chain processes and procurement KPIs (cycle time, maverick spend, supplier performance, etc.)
Proficiency in statistical analysis tools (R, Python) or advanced analytics techniques
Knowledge of data governance principles and best practices
Strong business acumen with ability to connect data insights to operational outcomes

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP Ariba reporting and analytics modules
Advanced degree (Master's) in Analytics, Data Science, Supply Chain, or related field
Experience in manufacturing, construction, or project-based industries
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and procurement system integrations
Certification in data analytics, business intelligence, or supply chain management (CSCP, CPSM)

Responsibilities

Conduct deep-dive analysis of existing procurement data to identify root causes of PO cycle time delays
Map current-state process flows and quantify time/cost impact of bottlenecks across the S2O lifecycle
Develop visibility dashboards and reports that enable operational teams to prioritize improvement actions
Partner with Procurement, AP, and business units to implement quick-win process changes based on data insights
Track and measure the impact of interventions on key performance indicators (KPIs)
Design and build Ariba reporting framework, including standard reports, dashboards, and KPI scorecards
Define data governance policies, including data quality standards, metadata definitions, and access controls
Configure Ariba reporting modules and integrate with business intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
Establish baseline metrics and targets for post-go-live performance measurement
Create user documentation and training materials for self-service reporting
Transform Ariba transactional data and metadata into strategic insights (spend analytics, supplier performance, compliance trends)
Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and risk mitigation through trend analysis
Develop predictive analytics capabilities to forecast procurement performance and supply chain risks
Lead regular business reviews with stakeholders to communicate insights and drive data-informed decisions
Foster a culture of continuous improvement through transparency, accountability, and data literacy
Partner with IT, Procurement leadership, and business units to understand reporting requirements
Translate business needs into technical specifications for reporting and analytics solutions
Serve as subject matter expert on procurement metrics, benchmarking, and industry best practices
Collaborate with Ariba implementation team to ensure reporting requirements are incorporated into system design