Supply Chain Senior Analyst

Ford Business Solutions; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Business Solutions in Chennai is seeking a data analytics professional to analyze supply chain data, build dashboards, and support comprehensive reporting requirements.

You will collaborate with global teams, automate tasks in Excel, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights. 4+ years of experience and strong Excel skills are required; Power BI/Tableau knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of analytics experience in data, supply chain or procurement.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and operations.
• Advanced Excel skills including Macros, Pivot Tables and lookups.
• Fluent English communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain and business data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collect, validate, consolidate, and maintain data from multiple sources for reporting.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards, reports, and scorecards.
• Perform data analysis to support supply chain operations and procurement decisions.
• Partner with global teams to deliver actionable insights and meet reporting needs.
• Utilize Excel and macros to automate repetitive tasks and improve accuracy.
• Leverage analytics tools like Power BI/Tableau to improve visualization and efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Support business reviews with reports, presentations, and summaries.
• Troubleshoot data issues and ensure data quality and integrity.

Skills

Data analysis

Supply chain analytics

Procurement analytics

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Technology / Supply Chain / Analytics

Tools

Excel (Macros, Pivot Tables)

PowerPoint

Outlook

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

• 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.