Direct Supply, Inc

Senior Supply Chain Analyst

Direct Supply, Inc$80K — $110K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Mathematics, IT, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in supply chain or business analytics, data science, or similar role.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Databricks.
  • Proficient in AI tools like Claude or ChatGPT for enhancing supply chain analysis.
  • Able to present analytical findings to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-impact analytics projects that align with business goals.
  • Develop dashboards and reporting tools for better visibility into performance metrics.
  • Design and implement AI agents to streamline supply chain workflows.
  • Collaborate with supply chain leaders to identify and prioritize initiatives.
  • Convert complex data findings into actionable insights for stakeholders.
  • Build analytical frameworks and business cases for operational improvements.
  • Act as a subject matter expert in supply chain analytics and mentor junior analysts.

Benefits

  • Generous benefits package including health, retirement, and wellness programs.
Full Job Description

Position Summary:

In the Senior Supply Chain Analyst position, you'll leverage data, analytics, and business insights to shape supply chain strategy and improve business performance. You'll lead high-impact analytics initiatives, develop reporting and decision-support tools, and partner with leaders across the organization to identify opportunities, solve complex business challenges, and drive measurable results.

Skills Needed:

  • Applies AI and Technology - Identifies opportunities to improve service, cost, inventory, and operational efficiency through analytics, AI, and technology. Continuously evaluates, learns, and applies new tools and capabilities where they can have the greatest operational and strategic impact.

  • Thinks Critically Analyzes complex issues deeply and objectively, revealing hidden layers. Challenges assumptions and balances analysis with action-oriented solutions.

  • Solves Problems Uses technology and sharp logic to craft inventive solutions to complex issues, digging deep to tackle root causes. Conducts impartial analysis, leaving no stone unturned for comprehensive insights.

  • Communicates Effectively Develops and delivers impactful communications for diverse audiences across channels. Excels in both small and large group interactions. Captures attention, actively listens, and guides discussions towards targeted goals.

  • Delivers Results Seizes new opportunities and tackles challenges head-on with urgency. Takes initiative and consistently hits goals. Zeroes in on key priorities for results. Drives progress through uncertainty and moves others to action.

  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Databricks.

  • Advanced proficiency using AI tools such as Claude or ChatGPT to accelerate supply chain analysis, automate routine tasks, and generate actionable business insights.

  • Ability to analyze large, complex data sets and translate insights into actionable business recommendations.

  • Strong project management, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

  • Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leaders.

What You’ll Do and Impact:

  • Lead complex analytics initiatives that provide actionable insights into supply chain performance and support strategic business objectives.

  • Develop reporting, dashboards, and analytical tools that improve visibility into key performance metrics and drive informed decision-making.

  • Build and deploy GPTs and AI agents to automate supply chain workflows, accelerate analysis, and improve operational decision-making.

  • Partner with supply chain leadership and cross-functional teams to identify business opportunities, solve complex challenges, and prioritize high-impact initiatives.

  • Translate complex data into clear recommendations by presenting findings, risks, and opportunities to business stakeholders and senior leadership.

  • Develop business cases, analytical frameworks, and project roadmaps that deliver measurable business value and operational improvements.

  • Serve as a subject matter expert for supply chain analytics while promoting best practices in data analysis, reporting, and business intelligence.

  • Mentor and support Supply Chain Analysts by sharing technical expertise, providing guidance, and helping prioritize the team’s work.

  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance reporting, analytics, business processes, and decision support capabilities.

Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Mathematics, Information Technology, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.

  • Five or more years of experience in supply chain analytics, business analytics, data science, or a related field.

  • Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Databricks

  • Advanced experience using AI tools such as Claude or ChatGPT

  • Experience presenting analytical findings and recommendations to senior leadership.

  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional analytics projects and managing multiple priorities.

Additional Items of Interest:

  • Advanced degree or professional certification in analytics, data science, supply chain, or a related field.

  • Experience with Python, R, or other statistical programming languages.

  • Experience working within an Agile environment.

  • Knowledge of supply chain operations or the senior living industry.

Job to be performed in the location listed. Generous benefit package available.

About Direct Supply, Inc

Direct Supply, Inc. is a supplier of equipment, eCommerce and service solutions to the senior living industry. The company offers a wide range of products and services including furniture, housekeeping, food service, maintenance, and technology solutions. Direct Supply, Inc. is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and was founded in 1985.
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Size
2,000 employees
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Founded
1985

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