Demand Forecasting & Inventory Analytics Analyst

CornerStone Technology Talent Services; Lancaster (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CornerStone Technology Talent Services is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Data Analyst to transform data into actionable insights for demand forecasting and inventory optimization. You will collaborate with Planning, Sales, Operations, and IT to deliver clear recommendations that improve supplier performance and day‑to‑day operations.

The role requires 5+ years in analytics across manufacturing and distribution, with strong Excel and ERP/MRP knowledge and experience building dashboards in

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain analytics, data analysis, demand planning, or related area.
• Experience working in manufacturing and distribution environments.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and demand planning.
• Proficient in Excel and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data from ERP and other business systems.
• Help improve demand forecasts using sales history, trends, and business data.
• Partner with Demand Planning to improve forecast accuracy and product availability.
• Support the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Analyze inventory levels, availability, and inventory turns.
• Build and maintain reports, dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Identify trends or issues related to demand, inventory, suppliers, materials, purchasing, and costs.
• Investigate supply chain problems, determine root cause, and recommend solutions.
• Work with IT and business teams to improve data accuracy and reporting.
• Turn complex data into clear, easy-to-understand recommendations.
• Support projects focused on improving supply chain processes and efficiency.

Skills

Supply chain analytics

Data analysis

Demand planning

Materials planning

Sourcing

ERP/MRP systems

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Data Science, STEM, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

CornerStone Technology Talent Services is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Data Analyst to transform data into actionable insights for demand forecasting and inventory optimization. You will collaborate with Planning, Sales, Operations, and IT to deliver clear recommendations that improve supplier performance and day‑to‑day operations.

The role requires 5+ years in analytics across manufacturing and distribution, with strong Excel and ERP/MRP knowledge and experience building dashboards in