Supply Chain Systems Analyst II, Kallista
About The Position
The Supply Chain Systems Analyst II supports Kallista’s Beauty and Storage product category at Kohler’s Bristol operations plant. This hands-on business partner optimizes and sustains supply chain systems, inventory controls, material master data, and performance analytics. The role converts operational data into action, improves inventory accuracy and material availability, and supports reliable execution across the plant. The analyst contributes to materials planning, inventory management, product lifecycle activities, and continuous improvement. The position partners with Operations, Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, Finance, Customer Service, and IT to strengthen data integrity, material flow, service, quality, and business performance. Responsibilities include owning cycle count processes and assigned SAP material master data; supporting physical inventory; managing inventory systems and reporting; developing dashboards and analysis; coordinating product lifecycle data and system requirements; and leading or supporting process improvement projects.
Requirements
- Three or more years of experience in supply chain, materials, inventory control, manufacturing operations, systems analysis, or business process improvement is preferred.
- Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; SAP experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, physical inventory, material master data, and manufacturing transactions.
- Ability to analyze data, identify root causes, develop clear recommendations, and convert insights into practical action.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and reporting or visualization tools.
- Knowledge of Lean, continuous improvement, standard work, and problem-solving methods.
- Strong organization, project coordination, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- High attention to detail, sound judgment, and a process-focused approach to managing data and controls.
- Authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field preferred; an associate degree with relevant progressive experience may be considered.
- Experience developing dashboards and performance metrics.
- APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
Responsibilities
- Own the facility cycle count program, including schedule governance, compliance monitoring, variance analysis, and corrective action follow-through.
- Support annual physical inventory readiness, count controls, cross-functional coordination, reconciliation, reporting, and post-inventory improvement actions.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies across receiving, production, material movement, storage, and shipping transactions; perform root cause analysis and coordinate sustainable corrective actions.
- Monitor inventory accuracy and recommend process, system, training, or control improvements to reduce variance and strengthen audit readiness.
- Serve as business owner and subject matter resource for inventory control systems and tools, including ZBIN inventory tracking, Kardex automated storage, SAP transactions, and reporting solutions.
- Maintain system integrity, transaction accuracy, user documentation, and governance standards; partner with IT and functional users to test and implement enhancements.
- Develop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and recurring analysis covering inventory, material availability, customer service, operational execution, and financial performance.
- Provide data, analysis, and decision support for materials management, including planning parameter reviews, inventory optimization, S&OP inputs, demand planning, capacity discussions, and continuous improvement priorities.
- Own and maintain SAP material master data within assigned scope, including lead time, lot size, reorder point, safety stock, material status, storage location, and other planning parameters.
- Coordinate supply chain data and system requirements for new product introductions, engineering changes, product transitions, phase-in/phase-out activity, and end-of-life execution.
- Identify risks related to obsolescence, excess inventory, parameter integrity, and material availability; communicate findings and support mitigation plans.
- Contribute analytical and systems expertise to materials processes such as MRP, replenishment, warehouse and storage strategy, order protocols, material flow, and inventory control.
- Lead or support cross-functional improvement projects that simplify work, eliminate redundancy, improve data quality, and strengthen service, quality, cost, and inventory outcomes.
- Create and maintain standard work, training materials, process maps, controls, and business continuity documentation for assigned systems and processes.
- Build productive relationships across Bristol operations and the broader Kallista business, translating business needs into practical system, data, and process solutions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Applicable benefit programs are available from the first day of employment, with no waiting period.
- Competitive total rewards package supporting health and wellbeing.
- Career growth and development opportunities.
- Diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
