Supply Chain Strategy & Planning Analyst - Rehrig Pacific Company

**Must be located near one of our manufacturing facilities (Buckeye, Az/ De Soto, KS/ Dallas, TX/ Orlando, FL/ Erie, PA/ Kenosha, WI/ Atlanta, GA**

Purpose of Role

The Supply Chain Analyst is essential to optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of our supply chain operations. This role will drive continuous improvement by conducting in-depth supply chain analyses and collaborating cross-functionally with key departments. Additionally, the Supply Chain Analyst will manage the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, focusing on short- and mid-term planning. This position is pivotal in enhancing our supply chain processes and enabling data-driven decision-making to support overall business goals. It is a role that will develop strong leadership capabilities by working with many departments and all levels of the organization.

Areas of Accountabilities

Manage the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) Process

• Lead the monthly forecasting and capacity analysis process, ensuring accurate and timely data is available.
• Summarize and communicate results, ensuring information is presented at the appropriate level of detail for each audience.
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain optimal stock, preventing both stockouts and overstock situations by working with the plants and developing plans of action.
• Provide support to local planners and central planning team for multi-plant planning, particularly in the mid-term and for major projects.
• Collaborate with the Central Planning Group by delivering insights from the SIOP process to ensure smooth order management.

Execute Supply Chain Studies and Continuous Improvement Analyses

• Lead Continuous Improvement projects that focus on our Supply Chain Processes
• Update Supply Chain Study visual controls and documentation
• Conduct and lead analyses for Supply Chain Studies that will be critical in developing the Supply Chain Strategy for the company
• Execute ad hoc Root Cause Analyses for Supply Chain process gaps

Own the execution and readiness of the Operations Scorecard

• Update the Operations Scorecard monthly
• Develop trend charts and analytical tools to provide clear insights into metric trends
• Support efforts to automate scorecard metrics and visualizations, enhancing efficiency and understanding

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university
• Experience in Operations, Planning or Customer Service
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and decision-making abilities
• Strong organizational skills and be able to manage multiple tasks/projects
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and capabilities.
• Direct user experience with ERP (JD Edwards preferred)
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products. Proficiency in Power BI is preferred
• Travel Expectations 10-20%