Supply Chain Analyst

The Supply Chain Analyst at J. Skinner Baking plays a vital role in optimizing supply chain operations by analyzing customer demand, inventory trends, production schedules, and shipping performance. This data-driven role ensures inventory alignment, production efficiency, and reliable delivery performance, ultimately supporting customer satisfaction and cost-effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will collaborate across functions—including production, inventory management, logistics, customer service, sales, and management—to provide actionable insights that drive decision-making and continuous improvement.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Customer Demand and Inventory Analytics:

• Analyze historical order data and market trends to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels.
• Monitor stock levels to balance customer needs and minimize excess inventory.
• Collaborate with customer service and sales teams to address potential supply issues proactively.

Production Planning Support:

• Align production schedules with inventory needs and delivery timelines.
• Identify production bottlenecks and recommend capacity adjustments.
• Analyze processes to propose cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality.

Shipping and Logistics Analysis:

• Track and evaluate delivery performance, addressing delays proactively.
• Recommend strategies to optimize freight costs and carrier selection.
• Prepare reports on shipping performance and delivery metrics for internal and external stakeholders.

Data Analysis and Insights:

• Develop and maintain dashboards for KPIs such as fill rates, on-time delivery, and inventory turnover.
• Identify trends and propose process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Use scenario planning to evaluate the impact of supply chain decisions on costs and service levels.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Act as a liaison between supply chain, production, logistics, and customer service teams.
• Support the implementation of new supply chain processes and technologies.

Qualifications

Education and Experience (Preferred):

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with inventory management systems, demand planning software, and logistics analysis tools.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, or SQL.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to interpret complex datasets and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings effectively.
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices, including inventory optimization and production planning.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Vicinity, Microsoft Dynamics, or SAP is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

• Analytical mindset with a passion for data-driven decision-making.
• Customer-focused attitude and commitment to delivery excellence.
• Highly organized and adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented and proactive in problem-solving.