Global Supply Chain Analyst

The science of electronics is transforming exponentially through innovation and connectivity around the planet. Every day, breakthroughs are making technologies - from micro-processors, memory chips and flat panels to photovoltaic cells - even smaller and more powerful, opening up countless new possibilities in how the world lives, works and connects.

Air Liquide Advanced Materials grows by enabling our customers to innovate. Our ALOHA and Voltaix products are critical to the manufacturer of the newest computer chips required for Big Data and the Internet of Things.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Air Liquide Advanced Materials is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Global Supply Chain Analyst to join our team. This role demands a proven professional with a strong analytical mindset, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, global environment.

The Role

The Global Supply Chain Analyst will drive efficiency, cost savings, and customer satisfaction through data-driven insights and optimization strategies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safety Leadership
• Promote and ensure adherence to safety protocols across all supply chain functions.
• Identify and mitigate risks to ensure a safe and secure environment for all stakeholders.
• Commitment to Performance
• Benchmark ALAM's current end-to-end supply chain using the ASCM-SCOR model.
• Identify and outline supply chain process improvement & optimization opportunities resulting from the SCOR assessment.
• Contribute to development of strategic supply chain initiatives with ALAM's supply chain leadership team.
• Project manage strategic supply chain initiatives to drive measurable improvements in supply chain efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service levels.
• Develop supply planning files, processes & insights to facilitate integrated business planning growth.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Innovative Thinking and Influencing Leadership
• Develop creative strategies to tackle complex supply chain challenges.
• Influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders to adopt best practices and innovative solutions.
• Anticipating Change
• Proactively identify potential disruptions in the global supply chain landscape through collaborative work with Global Planners and International Trade Representatives.
• Assist supply chain teams in the development of contingency plans to address emerging trends and challenges.
• Solution-Focused Decision Making
• Analyze data to diagnose issues and implement effective, scalable solutions.
• Utilize a results-oriented approach to address business needs in a timely manner.
• Customer-Centric Mindset
• Build and maintain a supply chain strategy focused on exceeding customer expectations.
• Collaborate with customer-facing teams to ensure seamless delivery of products and services.
• Communicating with Impact
• Deliver clear and concise communications across all levels of the organization.
• Foster alignment through transparent reporting and regular updates to stakeholders.
• Managing Competing Priorities
• Balance short-term demands with long-term strategic objectives.
• Utilize effective prioritization to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with teams across demand, supply, manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing to ensure end-to-end supply chain excellence.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and shared accountability.
• Data-Driven Analysis
• Analyze data across demand, supply, manufacturing, logistics, and/or warehousing.
• Leverage insights to optimize and improve supply chain costs, inventory, forecasting, supply reliability, and drive continuous improvement.
• Create & automate supply chain dashboards using data analytic tools such as SAP Datasphere, PowerBI, Python, SQL, Tableau.

Are you a MATCH?

Air Liquide Advanced Materials is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a relevant & related field with practical business experience. A master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, operations, planning, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in data analysis, with demonstrated success in improving supply chain processes.
• Proficient in supply chain management tools, data visualization software, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Strong understanding of global supply chain trends, regulations, and technologies.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and influencing leadership skills.
• Systematic problem solver focused on implementing solutions to solve root cause problems.

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of efficiency principles such as Lean/Six Sigma; Black belt preferred.
• ASCM, CAP (Certified Analytics Professional), SAS (Statistical Analysis System) or related data analytics certifications.
• Advanced proficiency in programming or data analysis tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, Python, R, SQL or equivalent.
• Experience successfully leveraging business analytics to inform decisions.
• Comfortable with out of the box thinking and challenging status quo.
• Strong ability to partner across a complex, matrixed organization and influence outcomes at all levels.
• Ability to communicate and deliver presentations with impact.
• Solid computer skills (i.e. SAP, Google platform, Database programs a plus).
• Team player who can collaborate to drive better outcomes.
• Ability to set goals and motivate self.
• Strong organizational, team-building, and communication skills.
• The ability to work and navigate within a complex matrixed organization.
• Able to demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to assume increasing responsibilities in a rapidly-changing environment.
• Vision, creativity, and a quality mindset.