Senior Supply Chain Analyst

Ford Motor; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor in Chennai seeks a Supply Chain Senior Analyst to transform data into actionable insights and drive improvements across procurement and operations. You will analyze supply chain data, develop dashboards and presentations, and partner with global teams to deliver timely, accurate reporting.

The role emphasizes advanced Excel, automation with Alteryx, and data quality. You will support business decisions, monitor KPIs, and communicate findings to stakeholders across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, SCM, analytics or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in data analysis, supply chain analytics, procurement analytics or related functions.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including Macros, Pivot Tables, Lookup Functions, and Data Analysis.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Outlook, and other MS Office apps.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Proven experience collaborating with global teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain and business data to identify trends, insights, and improvement opportunities.
• Collect, validate, consolidate data from multiple sources to support reporting requirements.
• Develop, maintain dashboards, reports, scorecards, and management presentations.
• Perform data analysis to support supply chain operations, purchasing, and decision-making.
• Partner with global teams to understand reporting requirements and deliver insights.
• Utilize Excel with advanced functions and macros to analyze data and automate tasks.
• Leverage Alteryx and similar tools to improve process efficiency and data accuracy.
• Monitor KPIs and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and analytical summaries for business reviews.
• Troubleshoot data issues and ensure data quality and integrity.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and respond to requirements.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work across different shift schedules as needed.
• Design and maintain dashboards, reports, and performance metrics for stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements through automation and data-driven recommendations.
• Coordinate with operations teams to ensure timely data delivery.

Skills

Data analysis

Supply chain analytics

Procurement analytics

Excel Macros

Pivot Tables

PowerPoint

English communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Multi-priority management

Global stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/SCM/Analytics

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Supply Chain Senior Analyst

Analyze supply chain and business data to identify trends, insights, and improvement opportunities. Collect, validate, consolidate, and maintain data from multiple sources to support business reporting requirements. Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards, reports, scorecards, and management presentations. Perform data analysis to support supply chain operations, purchasing activities, and business decision-making. Partner with global teams and cross-functional stakeholders to understand reporting requirements and deliver actionable insights. Utilize Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions and macros, to perform data analysis and automate repetitive tasks. Leverage analytics and automation tools such as Alteryx and similar platforms to improve process efficiency and data accuracy. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Support business reviews by preparing reports, presentations, and analytical summaries. Troubleshoot data-related issues and ensure the quality and integrity of reporting outputs. Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and provide timely responses to business requirements. Demonstrate flexibility to work across different shift schedules based on business needs. Understand business objectives and deliver analytical solutions aligned with operational and strategic goals. Analyze supply chain, procurement, and operational data to support informed decision-making. Design and maintain dashboards, reports, and performance metrics for stakeholders. Work closely with global teams and cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and reporting requirements. Drive process improvements through automation and data-driven recommendations. Support stakeholder engagement through effective communication, collaboration, and presentation of insights. Coordinate with operations teams and business partners to ensure timely delivery of data and reporting requirements. Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of data used in business reporting. Identify risks, trends, and opportunities through data analysis and provide actionable recommendations. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in data analysis, supply chain analytics, procurement analytics, or related business functions.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and business operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Macros, Pivot Tables, Lookup Functions, and Data Analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proven experience collaborating with global teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge or digital adaptability with Alteryx or similar analytics and automation tools.
• Knowledge or digital adaptability with dashboarding and reporting platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent visualization tools.
• Knowledge of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain performance metrics.
• Experience in process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience Level Senior Level