Staff Demand Supply Analyst - Customer Operations

ZT Group Intl, Inc. dba ZT Systems; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

bonus

paid time off

generous 401k match

tuition reimbursement

wellbeing resources

Job summary

ZT Systems is seeking a Staff Demand Supply Analyst to coordinate across functions and drive end-to-end supply and demand management for new product introductions. You will partner with manufacturing, product development, procurement, and engineering teams to plan material readiness and mitigate risks throughout development and launch cycles.

The role requires strong data analytics, attention to process improvements, and the ability to communicate findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Business, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics and Data Systems or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience (Masters + 3+ years acceptable).
• Strong spreadsheet, modeling and visualization skills (Excel, Python, Tableau).
• Presentation and communication skills.
• Bilingual Mandarin strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive NPI operational readiness to meet customer requirements by partnering with cross-functional teams to establish program plans, identify risks, and execute mitigation strategies for time-sensitive product launches.
• Own end-to-end supply and demand management for multiple components, ensuring optimal performance across inventory, cost, service levels, and supply continuity.
• Lead collaboration across manufacturing, product development, supply chain, procurement, engineering, and logistics teams to support successful prototype builds and product launches.
• Plan, schedule, and manage material readiness for development builds, including supplier coordination, delivery tracking, and validation of incoming material quality.
• Monitor and report materials clear to build status, proactively identifying risks and driving issues to resolution to ensure operational readiness.
• Coordinate with procurement managers and suppliers to improve supplier performance, mitigate supply risks, and ensure continuity of supply throughout development and production ramp.
• Analyze business trends, demand patterns, and operational processes to identify improvement opportunities and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support customer allocation priorities and balance supply with evolving demand requirements.
• Track and manage inventory across NPI or MP phases, minimizing aging, excess stock, and supply risk.
• Ensure production, planning, and supply chain teams are prepared for mass production ramp-up, enabling smooth transition from development to high-volume manufacturing.
• Identify and resolve complex cross-organizational operational and technical challenges, developing practical solutions that support business and program objectives.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Bilingual Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics and Data Systems or equivalent

Masters degree with 3+ years of experience (alternative)

Tools

Excel

Python

Tableau

Job description

About the Role The Customer Operations team coordinates efforts among all internal groups to ensure we are aligned with our customer’s needs and can deliver on our commitments with the highest level of integrity. The Staff Demand Supply Analyst role requires strong data analysis and problem-solving skills as well as a creative and inquisitive nature to identify opportunities and address challenges in a professional and confident manner, along with championing new processes and inspiring other improvements.

What You Will Do

• Drive NPI operational readiness to meet customer requirements by partnering with cross-functional teams to establish program plans, identify risks, and execute mitigation strategies for time-sensitive product launches.
• Own end-to-end supply and demand management for multiple components, ensuring optimal performance across inventory, cost, service levels, and supply continuity.
• Lead collaboration across manufacturing, product development, supply chain, procurement, engineering, and logistics teams to support successful prototype builds and product launches.
• Plan, schedule, and manage material readiness for development builds, including supplier coordination, delivery tracking, and validation of incoming material quality.
• Monitor and report materials clear to build status, proactively identifying risks and driving issues to resolution to ensure operational readiness.
• Coordinate with procurement managers and suppliers to improve supplier performance, mitigate supply risks, and ensure continuity of supply throughout development and production ramp.
• Analyze business trends, demand patterns, and operational processes to identify improvement opportunities and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support customer allocation priorities and balance supply with evolving demand requirements.
• Track and manage inventory across NPI or MP phases, minimizing aging, excess stock, and supply risk.
• Ensure production, planning, and supply chain teams are prepared for mass production ramp-up, enabling smooth transition from development to high-volume manufacturing.
• Identify and resolve complex cross-organizational operational and technical challenges, developing practical solutions that support business and program objectives.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Business, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics and Data Systems or equivalent. amd a minimum 5 years of work experience (Alternatively a Masters and 3+ years of experience). Knowledge of business operations, including forecasting, procurement and material management Extremely strong spreadsheet, modeling and visualization skills (Excel, Python, and Tableau specifically). Presentation and communication skills Problem-solving skills Ability to adjust priorities quickly in a fast-changing environment Bilingual Mandarin strongly preferred

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $87,375 and $128,150 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base.

• bonus
• paid time off
• generous 401k match
• tuition reimbursement
• wellbeing resources
• and more

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining. A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow. Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
• Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

• Structured training programs and on‑the‑job learning opportunities
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company is a place where you can do work you’re proud of alongside smart, passionate people who get genuinely excited about what they’re able to accomplish here. We work, learn, and grow together in a supportive and fast‑moving environment where decisiveness and action are not only encouraged, but expected. Together, we’re tackling complex challenges and creating impactful solutions in one of the world’s most high‑demand industries—that’s where you come in.

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