Supply Chain Analyst

Queensland Manufacturing Institute; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Competitive remuneration

Supportive team environment

Exposure to major projects

Hands-on procurement planning

Local sourcing impact

Professional development

Job summary

Queensland Manufacturing Institute Ltd, trading as ICN Queensland (ICNQ), is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to join our Queensland team. The role focuses on analyzing supply chain data, procurement processes, supplier capabilities and market conditions to identify opportunities for efficiency, cost-effectiveness and performance improvements.

You will assess supplier capabilities, market capacity and risks, develop data-driven recommendations, and support local sourcing and Australian

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Management, Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in supply-chain analysis, procurement, supplier assessment, market analysis or related field.
• Experience conducting supply market analysis, evaluating supplier capabilities and identifying market gaps, sourcing opportunities and risks.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills to assess data and prepare procurement recommendations.
• Proficiency in Power BI and advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing supply-chain objectives, strategies and operational plans to improve service delivery and resource utilization.
• Identify gaps, risks and opportunities through supply-chain analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze existing supply-chain systems and supplier capabilities to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Provide evidence-based advice to stakeholders to address operational issues and improve performance.
• Prepare proposals to improve procurement methods, sourcing strategies and workflows.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quantitative analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Queensland Manufacturing Institute – Spring Hill QLD

Queensland Manufacturing Institute Limited

Queensland Manufacturing Institute Ltd, trading as ICN Queensland (ICNQ) is seeking an analytical and commercially focused Supply Chain Analyst to join our team in Queensland.

As Supply Chain Analyst, you will analyze supply chain data, procurement processes, supplier capabilities and market conditions to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, cost effectiveness and supply chain performance. You will assess supplier capabilities, market capacity and supply chain risks, identify operational inefficiencies, and develop data-driven recommendations to improve procurement processes and support the growth and competitiveness of Queensland’s manufacturing industry.

Benefits

• Full-time, ongoing employment with an established organization
• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with skills and experience
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Exposure to major projects, local manufacturers, suppliers and industry stakeholders
• Hands-on involvement in supply-chain analysis, procurement planning and industry capability assessments
• Opportunity to support local sourcing, supplier development and Australian manufacturing competitiveness
• Professional development in strategic sourcing, supply-chain risk management and continuous improvement

Queensland Manufacturing Institute Limited

Queensland Manufacturing Institute Ltd, trading as ICN Queensland (ICNQ) is seeking an analytical and commercially focused Supply Chain Analyst to join our team in Queensland.

As Supply Chain Analyst, you will analyze supply chain data, procurement processes, supplier capabilities and market conditions to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, cost effectiveness and supply chain performance. You will assess supplier capabilities, market capacity and supply chain risks, identify operational inefficiencies, and develop data-driven recommendations to improve procurement processes and support the growth and competitiveness of Queensland’s manufacturing industry.

Benefits

• Full-time, ongoing employment with an established organization
• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with skills and experience
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Exposure to major projects, local manufacturers, suppliers and industry stakeholders
• Hands-on involvement in supply-chain analysis, procurement planning and industry capability assessments
• Opportunity to support local sourcing, supplier development and Australian manufacturing competitiveness
• Professional development in strategic sourcing, supply-chain risk management and continuous improvement

Task & responsibilities

As a Supply Chain Analyst, your responsibilities will include:

• Assist in developing supply-chain objectives, strategies and operational plans to improve service delivery, customer satisfaction and the effective utilisation of organisational resources and capabilities.
• Identify business and operational gaps, risks and improvement opportunities through supply-chain analysis, performance evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyse and evaluate existing supply-chain systems, processes, supplier capabilities and operational structures to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for organisational improvement.
• Assess current business and supply-chain challenges and provide evidence-based advice and recommendations to stakeholders to address operational issues and improve business performance.
• Prepare and recommend proposals to improve procurement methods, operational procedures, sourcing strategies and workflows, supporting organisational change, innovation and efficiency.
• Develop recommendations to optimise resource allocation, supplier performance, operational processes and supply-chain resilience in line with organisational objectives.
• Assist in implementing approved recommendations and improvement initiatives, coordinating with relevant stakeholders and monitoring outcomes to evaluate effectiveness.
• Deliver supplier briefings and capability development initiatives to improve project readiness, compliance and competitiveness.
• Prepare analytical reports and management recommendations to support strategic planning, informed decision-making and ongoing organisational improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders and suppliers to communicate improvement strategies, facilitate implementation and promote effective supply-chain practices.

Qualification & experience

The successful applicant will ideally possess:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Management, Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in supply-chain analysis, procurement, supplier assessment, market analysis or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience conducting supply market analysis, evaluating supplier capabilities and identifying market gaps, sourcing opportunities and supply-chain risks.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to assess commercial, technical and supplier data and prepare evidence-based procurement recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI and advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis, dashboard development, performance reporting and supplier assessment.
• Knowledge of procurement strategies, lead-time analysis and supply-chain risk management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and organisational skills, with the ability to collaborate with government agencies, project owners, engineers, procurement teams, manufacturers and suppliers.

About Company

Queensland Manufacturing Institute Ltd, also trading as ICN Queensland (ICNQ), is a not-for-profit organisation established in 1993 to support Queensland’s manufacturing sector through industry collaboration, supplier capability development and workforce initiatives. As part of the ICN National network, ICNQ connects local suppliers with major project opportunities and works with industry, government and education providers to strengthen local supply chains and economic development.

ICNQ also delivers educational and workforce development programs, including Women Who Weld, which encourages female students to explore manufacturing and trade careers through industry engagement, workshops and skills development. Through these initiatives, ICNQ supports workforce participation, education and future employment opportunities across Queensland.

This job is posted from Workinitiatives platform.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $85000-90000

Job Publish: 23-10-2026

Job Expire: 22-11-2026