Strategic Supply Chain Forecasting Analyst

Michaels; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

Michaels in Irving, TX is seeking an Operations Planning Analyst to support Supply Chain with forecasting, analytics, and process improvement. You will develop inventory flow forecasts, maintain analytical tools, and model supply chain costs to support company initiatives.

The role requires advanced Excel, Alteryx, and Google BigQuery skills; 2-5 years of experience in an analyst role; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. You will collaborate across functions to optimize product flow and planning.

Qualifications

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (macros, modeling, data management).
• Advanced proficiency in Alteryx and Google BigQuery.
• 2-5 years of industry experience; 2+ years in an analyst role using Excel.
• Outstanding process management and data handling skills.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; strong cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist with DC Forecasting and Planning (Weekly, Monthly, Yearly).
• Develop DC flow and inventory forecasting models using available data.
• Provide DC management with information to plan space and labor requirements.
• Support monthly and yearly budgeting with flow and inventory projections.
• Timely and accurate reporting and analysis.
• Design, development, and maintenance of analytical models and productivity tools.
• Prepare reports showing actual performance vs goals and explain variances.
• Utilize Excel, Alteryx, Google BigQuery to support department reporting.
• Identify and manage Supply Chain opportunities; work with cross-functional teams.
• Support projects with data, modeling, and analytical expertise.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Process improvement

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Logistics or Finance

High School Degree

Tools

Excel

Alteryx

Google BigQuery

VBA

SQL

Tableau

ODBC

Job description

Michaels in Irving, TX is seeking an Operations Planning Analyst to support Supply Chain with forecasting, analytics, and process improvement. You will develop inventory flow forecasts, maintain analytical tools, and model supply chain costs to support company initiatives.

The role requires advanced Excel, Alteryx, and Google BigQuery skills; 2-5 years of experience in an analyst role; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. You will collaborate across functions to optimize product flow and planning.