Supply Chain Analyst

Electronic Power Design; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Electronic Power Design, Inc. seeks a highly analytical Supply Chain Analyst to optimize material flow, forecast demand and drive inventory improvements. You will support MRP, Kanban, PFEP, and BOM evaluation while partnering with Purchasing, Fabrication, Warehouse and Operations teams.

Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years in supply chain or manufacturing, with strong data analytics, problem solving and communication skills. On-site Houston role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of supply chain, engineering, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems, inventory control, and material planning.
• Ability to communicate complex data clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Plan For Every Part (PFEP) strategies.
• Analyze demand forecasts, inventory levels, and material requirements.
• Support Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Kanban replenishment systems.
• Evaluate Bills of Material (BOMs) and recommend material solutions.
• Monitor inventory health and identify material shortages.
• Analyze historical usage trends and recommend lot size and reorder point adjustments.
• Lead warehouse improvement initiatives including layout optimization and rack organization.
• Conduct Kanban analysis and support replenishment planning.
• Develop criteria and recommendations for obsolete inventory management.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiency improvements.
• Utilize ERP systems, Excel, VBA, Python, and analytics tools to support decision-making.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and inventory performance metrics.
• Monitor KPIs related to inventory health, Kanban compliance, and PFEP execution.
• Analyze operational data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support capacity planning and supply chain improvement initiatives.
• Mentor Associate Supply Chain Analysts and support professional development.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Fabrication, Warehouse, and Operations teams.
• Train stakeholders on Kanban updates and process changes.
• Support Supply Chain leadership with strategic recommendations.
• Participate in cross-functional process improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with company safety and operational standards.
• Support process audits and continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote sustainable inventory and warehouse practices.
• Maintain accurate supply chain documentation and reporting.
• Support regulatory and operational compliance requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Data communication

Experience in supply chain

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Global Shop Solutions (GSS)

SAP

Epicor

VBA

Python

AutoCAD

Job description

The mission of Electronic Power Design, Inc. is to craft quality electrical equipment for our clients and uphold a standard of excellence in the engineering, design and manufacturing process. We strive to improve the quality of life of our employees by creating a work environment conducive to personal development, success and fulfillment. We are driven by our vision of being the preferred manufacturer, electrical systems integrator and worldwide service company by providing our clients with value-added solutions that power their lives.

About Us

At Electronic Power Design, Inc. (EPD), we don’t just build electrical equipment—we power industries and change lives. Our mission is to deliver top-quality electrical solutions while fostering an environment where employees thrive. We believe in innovation, collaboration, and empowering our people to reach their full potential.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly analytical and process-driven Supply Chain Analyst to support EPD's material flow, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role plays a key part in Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Kanban execution, inventory control, and warehouse optimization efforts. If you're passionate about data analysis, supply chain strategy, and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Supply Chain Planning & Analysis

• Develop and maintain Plan For Every Part (PFEP) strategies.
• Analyze demand forecasts, inventory levels, and material requirements.
• Support Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Kanban replenishment systems.
• Evaluate Bills of Material (BOMs) and recommend material solutions.
• Monitor inventory health and identify material shortages.

Process Improvement & Inventory Optimization

• Analyze historical usage trends and recommend lot size and reorder point adjustments.
• Lead warehouse improvement initiatives including layout optimization and rack organization.
• Conduct Kanban analysis and support replenishment planning.
• Develop criteria and recommendations for obsolete inventory management.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiency improvements.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Utilize ERP systems, Excel, VBA, Python, and analytics tools to support decision-making.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and inventory performance metrics.
• Monitor KPIs related to inventory health, Kanban compliance, and PFEP execution.
• Analyze operational data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support capacity planning and supply chain improvement initiatives.
• Mentor Associate Supply Chain Analysts and support professional development.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Fabrication, Warehouse, and Operations teams.
• Train stakeholders on Kanban updates and process changes.
• Support Supply Chain leadership with strategic recommendations.
• Participate in cross-functional process improvement projects.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company safety and operational standards.
• Support process audits and continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote sustainable inventory and warehouse practices.
• Maintain accurate supply chain documentation and reporting.
• Support regulatory and operational compliance requirements.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of supply chain, engineering, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems, inventory control, and material planning.
• Ability to communicate complex data clearly and effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Global Shop Solutions (GSS), SAP, or Epicor.
• Knowledge of MRP, JIT, Kanban, Lean Manufacturing, and PFEP methodologies.
• Experience with VBA, Python, AutoCAD, or advanced analytics tools.

Why Join EPD?

Make an Impact

Drive measurable improvements in inventory performance, material flow, and operational efficiency.

Growth & Development

Expand your expertise in supply chain analytics, process optimization, and strategic planning.

Work alongside Supply Chain, Purchasing, Warehouse, Fabrication, and Operations teams to support company growth.

Competitive Benefits & Compensation

Join a company that values innovation, analytical thinking, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Ready to Optimize the Future of EPD's Supply Chain?

If you're passionate about supply chain analytics and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you!

As set forth in Electronic Power Design’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.