Supply Chain Analyst

Select Milk Producers; La Crosse (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays Off

Uniform Program

Shoe Allowance

Onsite gym

Career Advancement Opportunities

Leadership Development

Community involvement opportunities

Sustainability initiatives

Quality products focus

Job summary

Select Custom Solutions in La Crosse, WI seeks a Supply Chain Analyst to drive data‑informed decisions across the organization. You will collect, analyze, and interpret complex datasets, partner with cross‑functional teams to improve planning, logistics, and performance, and develop reporting tools and KPIs to enable smarter, faster decisions.

The role emphasizes forecasting accuracy, cost control, and continuous improvement, with hybrid onsite work options and a schedule Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Statistics or Mathematics required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• APICS/ASCM certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and interpret data related to costs, productivity, demand, and forecasting to drive informed decision‑making.
• Perform statistical and quantitative analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Recommend and implement process improvements, efficiency initiatives, and best practices across supply chain functions.
• Identify and address barriers that impact operational efficiency within the supply chain.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance KPI dashboards and scorecards to measure supply chain performance.
• Provide timely reporting and data‑driven recommendations to leadership for strategic planning.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and operations teams to ensure alignment between supply chain capabilities and business needs.
• Analyze raw material pricing, ensuring costs are appropriately managed and passed through while driving cost‑reduction initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Economics/Statistics/Mathematics

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

ERP systems

Job description

Shape What’s Next at Select Custom Solutions

At Select Custom Solutions, we don’t just make ingredients—we create possibilities. From La Crosse, WI, our team brings innovation and expertise to contract manufacturing, branded dairy and non-dairy ingredients, custom blends, and ingredient distribution. With modern facilities and cutting-edge capabilities, we help some of the world’s most trusted brands deliver products that make a difference in people’s lives.

With a strong focus on growth, innovation, and excellence, Select Custom Solutions offers opportunities to be part of meaningful work that impacts industries worldwide. Whether you’re working hands‑on in manufacturing or supporting operations, your contributions help drive the future of food and nutrition.

We’re proud to be partnered with Select Milk Producers, one of the nation’s most progressive dairy cooperatives. With over 110 family‑owned dairies and multiple processing plants and joint ventures nationwide, our partnership connects us to a powerful network driving the future of food and nutrition.

Join us—and help shape what’s next.

What Select offers you:

Comprehensive benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings (health, dental, vision, etc.):

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays Off
• Uniform Program
• Shoe Allowance
• Onsite gym
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Leadership Development
• Opportunities to support our local communities
• Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
• Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world

What this role is all about:

We are looking for a Supply Chain Analyst in La Crosse, WI.

This position can sit onsite or hybrid.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm (Hybrid)

The Supply Chain Analyst is a key resource in driving data-informed decision‑making across Select Custom Solutions and Mill Haven Foods. This role partners with cross‑functional teams to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets, using quantitative methods to improve supply chain planning, logistics, and overall operational performance. The analyst is responsible for developing and maintaining performance metrics, identifying trends, diagnosing issues, and delivering actionable insights that enhance efficiency and effectiveness. By building and refining reporting tools and KPI dashboards, this position strengthens visibility into supply chain performance and supports continuous improvement initiatives. The Supply Chain Analyst enables the organization to make smarter, faster, and more strategic decisions that improve customer satisfaction, cost effectiveness, and process reliability.

Job Duties:

• Gather, analyze, and interpret data related to costs, productivity, demand, and forecasting to drive informed decision-making.
• Perform statistical and quantitative analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Recommend and implement process improvements, efficiency initiatives, and best practices across supply chain functions.
• Identify and address barriers that impact operational efficiency within the supply chain.
• Provide analytical support and insights for projects and process improvement initiatives across all departments.
• Evaluate and validate customer‑provided forecasts, cross‑referencing them with internal forecasts to ensure customer service levels are achieved.
• Partner with production planning and sales teams to manage forecasting data, ensuring fulfillment levels and stock floor programs are consistently maintained.
• Support project implementations by analyzing forecasts and demand data to inform resource planning.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance KPI dashboards and scorecards to measure supply chain performance.
• Use KPIs and benchmarks to evaluate results, recommend adjustments, and optimize decision‑making.
• Provide timely reporting and data‑driven recommendations to leadership for strategic planning.
• Work across all Select Custom Solutions facilities to identify synergies, streamline processes, and strengthen the overall supply chain.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and operations teams to ensure alignment between supply chain capabilities and business needs.
• Analyze raw material pricing, ensuring costs are appropriately managed and passed through while driving cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Work closely with other departments to gather financial information and support cross‑functional initiatives.
• Understand adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Safety Protocol:
• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications:

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Statistics or Mathematics required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Experience Required:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.

Certification/Licensure Required:

• APICS/ASCM certifications preferred.

Where you’ll be working:

Our La Crosse, WI, plant is home to approximately 330 employees. This facility supplies the food, beverage, and nutritional industries with innovative functional ingredients and superior quality contract manufacturing services.

La Crosse, WI, is nestled between the Mississippi River and the rolling river bluffs. This town is home to a plethora of colleges, high‑quality health care, community events, and cultural opportunities. If you want to enjoy outdoor activities there are many opportunities, such as hiking, cycling, skiing, and boating. The town hosts multiple events annually and is famously known for their Oktoberfest celebration as well as offering a minor league baseball team. Visit the La Crosse Chamber site https://www.lacrossechamber.com/ for more information on local events.

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