Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related STEM field, or a recognized technical/analytics certification required.
3-5 years of experience in data analytics, operational/business analytics, supply chain analytics, or planning-related roles preferred; demonstrated capability may offset years of experience.
Master's degree in a relevant field may be considered in lieu of some professional experience.
Maintain standardized datasets for demand planning, supply planning, and reporting activities.
Integrate and reconcile data from various sources into consistent, reliable datasets.
Investigate data discrepancies and establish validation controls to improve accuracy.
Develop and maintain standardized reports and dashboards for S&OE and S&OP discussions.
Support planning cycles by ensuring data readiness and consistency across tools.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Access to advanced analytical tools and technologies.
Potential for career advancement within the organization.
Full Job Description
Overview
This role supports Supply & Demand Planning by strengthening the planning data foundation across SKUs, integrating and validating data from multiple sources, improving data consistency, automating recurring processes, and providing analytical support for planning decisions.
The role operates at the intersection of data, systems, and planning execution, improving visibility, reducing manual effort, and supporting more stable and consistent planning processes.
This position supports accurate, consistent, and accessible planning data used across Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and S&OP processes.
Qualifications
Education, Certifications and Experience
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or a related STEM field, or a recognized technical/analytics certification, required
3-5 years of experience in data analytics, operational/business analytics, supply chain analytics, or planning-related roles preferred; demonstrated capability may offset years of experience
A Master's degree in a relevant field may be considered in lieu of some professional experience
Demonstrated ability to integrate, validate, reconcile, and transform data from multiple systems and sources into reliable, consistent datasets
Understanding of how data flows across business systems, with the ability to identify gaps or process issues and coordinate improvements with business and IT teams.
Strong hands-on Excel and Power Query skills for data preparation, transformation, modeling, analysis, and controls
Strong Power BI capability, including data preparation, data modeling, analysis, reporting, and visualization
Demonstrated ability to automate or improve recurring data preparation, analysis, and reporting processes
Ability to manage large or complex datasets, identify inconsistencies and trends, and determine when an existing process or solution requires improvement
Working knowledge of SQL strongly preferred
Experience with Power Automate and/or Python preferred
Ability to create clear, reusable documentation for datasets, business rules, processes, and controls
Professional Skills
Strong attention to detail and data discipline
Ability to manage recurring processes and deadlines
Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to explain data and process issues clearly to technical and business stakeholders
Strong analytical, logical thinking, problem-solving, and quantitative/mathematical aptitude
Ability to work independently, investigate unfamiliar data and process issues, and learn new analytical tools and methods as needed
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
Planning Data Structure & Consistency
Maintain standardized datasets used across demand planning, supply planning, and reporting activities
Integrate and reconcile data from SAP, Excel, PSI files, planning tools, and other relevant sources into consistent, reliable datasets
Investigate data discrepancies, identify the appropriate source, and establish validation controls to improve accuracy and reduce recurring reconciliation
Maintain clear, reusable documentation of data sources, definitions, business rules, assumptions, processes, controls, and key inputs
Support analysis of trends, risks, and performance gaps to improve planning and decision-making
Integrated Reporting & Visibility
Develop and maintain standardized reports and dashboards that consolidate data from multiple sources into consistent outputs for S&OE and S&OP discussions
Reduce ad hoc reporting by establishing repeatable reporting processes and translating operational data into reliable information that planners and business stakeholders can use
Improve visibility and provide analytical insights into key planning drivers (forecast performance, inventory risk, supply constraints)
Planning Process Support & Discipline
Support planning cycles by ensuring data readiness, consistency, and alignment across tools
Maintain version control of planning outputs to reduce conflicting plan versions
Support documentation of planning assumptions to improve traceability and decision visibility
Assist in reinforcing standard planning practices, including consistent use of data and reports
Support definition, tracking, and maintenance of key planning KPIs (e.g., forecast accuracy, bias, inventory health, service levels, plan adherence)
Support consistency of KPI definitions and reporting standards across the team
Support the adoption of standardized tools, reports, and planning processes
Tool Administration & Continuous Improvement
Develop and maintain structured datasets and data models to support standardized reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI), ensuring consistency across planning and decision-making processes
Utilize data and analytical tools to generate insights and improve visibility into planning performance and risks
Maintain planning tools, templates, and reporting structures to ensure consistent usage, version control, and reliable outputs across the team
Identify manual, repetitive, or fragmented data processes and implement practical improvements, including automation of data preparation and reporting
Coordinate or lead enhancements to planning tools, data structures, and system workflows to improve efficiency, data consistency, scalability, and planning execution
Planning Coordination Support
Support coordination of planning activities across SKUs by ensuring consistent data, visibility, and alignment
Assist in monitoring key planning exceptions and changes impacting demand and supply plans
Provide structured data and analysis to support planning adjustments and decision-making
Contribute to the execution of planning activities where additional coordination or analysis is required
