Supply Chain Analyst

Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for aSupply Chain Analystto join theBuilding Control Systems WattStopper Teamin Richardson, TX.This position is responsible for item master data, reviewing & maintaining unit level forecasts and safety stocks in the planning system, monitoring forecast versus actual performance, and creating and managing supply chain reporting to support the Sales & Operations planning processes. This position works closely with purchasing, production planning, and sales & marketing personnel.

What Will You Do?

To succeed in this role, you need to be data driven, business oriented, cost conscious and customer centric.

Create processes and methods to gather supply chain data.

Utilize various tools to extract, transform and analyze data from sources such as ERP systems, databases and spreadsheets.

Review target inventory levels & safety stocks based on historical sales, market trends and sales force inputs.

Create dashboards and reports to present analytical findings and metrics to internal stakeholders.

Establish and lead monthly demand review meetings with sales and marketing.

Analyze unit level sales forecast and recommend necessary adjustments, including identifying exceptional demands.

Responsible for reporting forecast accuracy and tying out the unit level demand plan with the financial plans for the business.

Analyze inventory levels and propose strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce costs.

Collect and compile data for and participate in S&Op Supply meetings.

Collaborate with internal and external IT professionals to maintain & improve effective material planning systems.

Ensure data integrity on all planning & purchasing related item master data fields.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration or related filed, required.

American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) Certification, a plus.

Experience :

• 5 years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, forecasting, or data analysis; or a combination of business experience within engineering, R&D or manufacturing

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

Working knowledge of relational databases and ERP systems (JDE and / or SO99 preferred).

Able to work within a team based environment.

Experience in data mining, analysis and reporting.

Familiarity with supply chain processes such as inventory planning and stocking strategies a plus.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite required (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, PowerBI).

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Attention to detail, critical thinking and problem solving aptitude.

Strong analytical skills and proven ability to effectively research and summarize information in an effective manner and make recommendations based upon analysis.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Solid listening skills with ability to maintain focus, understand, extract and validate information within team and across the organization.

Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and respond quickly changing priorities within a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions / Mental Demands :

General office environment

Effectively use written and oral communication skills.

Read and interpret data, information, and documents.

Analyze and solve non-routine and complex office administrative problems.

Use math and mathematical reasoning.

Observe and interpret situations.

Learn and apply new information and / or skills.

Perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks.

Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions.

Interact cross functionally with various levels within the organization.

May require limited travel no more than 20% within North and Central America.

Company Info

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA : LR ) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com / en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions / sector : Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active / growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Building Control Systems Division

Legrand’s Building Control Systems (BCS) division includes the Wattstopper, Vantage, and Shading Systems product lines. BCS industry-leading energy-efficient lighting controls technology and services are designed to meet code, ensure ease of installation, and enable precision control of light in offices, classrooms, hospitals, homes, and more. Combined with our Shading Systems for residential and commercial applications, Legrand’s Building Control Systems provides leading solutions for the control of natural and electric light in spaces where people live, learn, and work. BCS teams’ partner with designers to offer solutions that meet today’s green initiatives, including LEED, WELL Building, Living Building Challenge, and more

Equal Opportunity Employer

LocationUS-TX-Richardson

Positions 1

Experience (Years) 5

Category Manufacturing