Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly analytical, technically skilled, and results-oriented Project Manager – Data Analytics to lead strategic data initiatives within Varian’s Supply Chain Plan & Materials organization. In this role, you will drive high-impact analytics, digital transformation, and process-improvement projects that enhance supply chain visibility, planning accuracy, operational efficiency, and overall performance. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams to convert complex data into actionable insights, streamline core planning and materials workflows, and embed a culture of data-driven decision-making across SCM Plan & Materials.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead cross-functional analytics and process improvement initiatives to optimize planning, purchasing, material flow, and overall supply chain performance.
• Analyze complex supply chain challenges using SAP data (MM, PP, MRP) and other enterprise systems to identify operational gaps, risks, and opportunities.
• Design, automate, and optimize data pipelines and reporting workflows to improve data accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across planning and procurement activities.
• Develop dynamic dashboards and visualizations (Power BI, Qlik Sense, etc.) to communicate performance trends, forecast accuracy, inventory health, material availability, and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with Material Master Data, Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Finance, and IT partners to ensure analytics initiatives align with business objectives and digital transformation strategies.
• Establish and maintain strong data governance practices across SAP and analytics platforms to support reliable, real-time decision-making.
• Champion analytics adoption and data literacy, enabling planners, buyers, and leaders to leverage insights in daily operations and strategic planning.
• Drive continuous improvement, documenting processes, standardizing data workflows, and implementing scalable solutions that enhance supply chain visibility and responsiveness.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain.
• Proven experience in project management and data analytics within a supply chain, operations, or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced SAP expertise in planning and purchasing processes, including MRP, BOM management, source list/Info Records, and production planning (MM, PP, related modules).
• Track record of leading analytics and process optimization projects from concept through execution, delivering measurable improvements in performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and process enhancements.
• Proficiency with data visualization and analytics tools (Power BI, Qlik Sense) and data analysis languages/tools (SQL, VBA, Python, or R).
• High attention to detail and strong commitment to data quality, accuracy, and governance.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with demonstrated ability to influence across all organizational levels.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in supply chain analytics, including forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier performance measurement.
• Experience with SAP analytics and data integration technologies (BW, HANA, or Snowflake-based data platforms).
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or other continuous improvement/digital transformation methodologies.
• Experience developing and deploying machine learning or AI models to support predictive and prescriptive analytics.
The base pay range for this position is:
$108,020 - $148,522
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time.
