Supply Chain Manager (Business Analyst Background)

Job#: 3038032

Job Description:

Supply Chain Manager

Position Summary

• We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Supply Chain Manager with a strong background in Business Analysis to lead supply chain optimization initiatives, improve operational performance, and drive data-driven decision-making across procurement, inventory management, logistics, demand planning, and supplier management functions.
• The ideal candidate combines deep supply chain expertise with advanced analytical skills, leveraging data insights to improve efficiency, reduce costs, enhance service levels, and support strategic business objectives. This role will partner closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Procurement, Sales, IT, and Executive Leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Management

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies that align with organizational goals and customer requirements.
• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory planning, warehousing, transportation, and distribution.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to optimize stock availability while minimizing carrying costs.
• Lead demand forecasting and supply planning processes to ensure business continuity and service excellence.
• Evaluate supplier performance and establish key metrics to improve quality, delivery, and cost efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, disruptions, and operational bottlenecks.

Business Analysis & Process Improvement

• Analyze supply chain data, operational workflows, and business processes to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and KPIs that provide actionable insights to stakeholders and leadership.
• Perform root cause analysis on service failures, inventory variances, forecasting inaccuracies, and transportation issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Partner with IT and business stakeholders to define requirements for ERP, WMS, TMS, and other supply chain technology solutions.
• Create business cases and cost-benefit analyses to support strategic investments and process changes.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Leverage data analytics tools to identify trends, measure performance, and drive informed decision-making.
• Track and report key supply chain metrics including inventory turns, forecast accuracy, OTIF, fill rates, transportation costs, and supplier performance.
• Conduct scenario planning and predictive analysis to support supply chain strategy and capacity planning.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across supply chain systems and reporting platforms.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and Customer Service teams to align supply chain activities with business objectives.
• Present findings, recommendations, and performance results to senior leadership.
• Lead cross-functional projects focused on operational efficiency, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction improvements.
• Support organizational change management initiatives related to process and system implementations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive supply chain experience with prior experience as a Business Analyst or in a highly analytical role.
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and distribution operations.
• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into actionable solutions.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, data analysis, and reporting tools.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree (MBA, Supply Chain Management, Analytics, or related discipline).
• APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Alteryx, or other business intelligence and analytics tools.
• Experience leading system implementations or digital transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of demand planning, forecasting models, and advanced analytics techniques.

Key Competencies

• Supply Chain Strategy
• Business Analysis
• Data Analytics & Reporting
• Process Optimization
• Forecasting & Demand Planning
• Inventory Management
• Logistics & Transportation
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Project Management
• Financial Analysis
• Stakeholder Management
• Continuous Improvement
• ERP Systems
• KPI Development & Performance Measurement

Success Metrics

• Improved forecast accuracy and inventory performance.
• Reduced supply chain and logistics costs.
• Increased supplier performance and on-time delivery rates.
• Enhanced operational efficiency and process standardization.
• Successful implementation of data-driven improvement initiatives.
• Achievement of service level and customer satisfaction targets.
• This role is ideal for a supply chain professional who can bridge the gap between operations and analytics, using data and business insight to drive measurable supply chain improvements and strategic decision-making.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Warren, MI, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

June 11, 2026

Pay Range:

$60 - $60 per hour

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