Supply Chain Analyst

Tundra Technical Solutions; Nashville (TN); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Tundra Technical Solutions is seeking a highly analytical Supply Chain Planning Analyst to support volume forecasting, inventory planning, and operational execution for a Fortune 100 company. The role focuses on ensuring distribution centers are prepared to meet customer demand through accurate forecasting and data-driven decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have experience in supply chain planning, inventory forecasting, or distribution operations, with strong analytical and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field is required.
• Experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, or distribution planning.
• Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient Excel with large datasets and analytical reporting.

Responsabilités

• Develop and manage volume forecasts to support inventory planning and operations.
• Analyze forecast accuracy, identify variances, and propose improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align inventory with demand.
• Support inbound planning and coordinate inventory flow across centers.
• Prepare volume plans for peak periods and events.
• Improve reporting tools, forecasting methodologies, and processes.
• Support supply chain transformation toward pull-based inventory.
• Identify opportunities to optimize inventory flow and planning accuracy.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Communication & stakeholder management

Multi-priority management

Attention to detail

Formation

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

Outils

Excel

SQL basics

Description du poste

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Supply Chain Planning Analyst to support volume forecasting, inventory planning, and operational execution for a leading Fortune 100 company. This role will focus on ensuring distribution centers are prepared to meet customer demand through accurate forecasting, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have experience in supply chain planning, inventory forecasting, or distribution operations, with strong analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage volume forecasts to support inventory planning, labor allocation, and operational readiness across a distribution center network.
• Analyze forecast accuracy, identify variances, and recommend improvements to planning processes and operational performance.
• Partner with operations, buying, product, and other cross-functional teams to align inventory availability with customer demand.
• Support inbound inventory planning and coordinate inventory flow across distribution centers and operational partners.
• Prepare volume plans for peak periods, major events, and fluctuations in demand.
• Develop and improve reporting tools, forecasting methodologies, and analytical processes to increase planning efficiency.
• Support supply chain transformation initiatives, including the transition toward a pull-based inventory model.
• Identify opportunities to optimize inventory flow, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen planning accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, distribution planning, or SIOP.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in forecasting, variance analysis, and data-driven problem-solving.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including working with large datasets and developing analytical reports.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to navigate ambiguity.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, forecasting, or related operations.
• Experience using SQL to query and analyze large datasets.
• Familiarity with AI-powered analytics and forecasting tools.
• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Experience supporting large-scale distribution, logistics, retail, or e-commerce operations.

About the Opportunity

This is an opportunity to contribute to a growing and evolving distribution network, working closely with cross-functional teams to improve forecasting accuracy, optimize inventory planning, and support operational efficiency. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing scalable planning processes and supporting strategic supply chain initiatives.