Supply Chain Analyst 4

WCL Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,954,000 - 129,832,000; Full time

Job summary

WCL Group, a Fortune Global 500 consumer electronics leader, seeks a Supply Chain Analyst 4 for an onsite Atlanta assignment. You will drive demand planning, forecasting, reporting, and analyses to support weekly operations and strategic initiatives.

Lead cross-functional teams, manage cross-dock expansion for next-day delivery, and create robust project plans. Requires 5–8 years in supply chain, 3–4 years in project management, PMP, a Bachelor's degree, and strong analytical and communication

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of Supply Chain work experience required.
• 3-4 years of project management experience.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree or direct business experience equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional collaboration with sales management, business management, and Supply Chain Management on demand planning and forecasting assumptions and analysis.
• Prepare reports and statistics related to the demand planning and forecasting function.
• Support team and department managers in the implementation and deployment of organizational initiatives.
• Ensure that business requirements are captured accurately and completely.
• Create long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines.
• Generate and track milestones; evaluate project issues and assist with resolution.
• Share project information with key stakeholders for decision-making.
• Prepare weekly project status updates to keep the project aligned with goals and timeline.
• Perform quality control on the project throughout development to maintain expected standards.
• Adjust schedules and targets on the project as project needs change.
• Ensure project closure, including completion of lessons learned and required documentation.

Skills

Supply Chain Experience

Project Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CLIENT HIGHLIGHT

The client you will be working for is a Top 20 Fortune Global 500 Consumer Electronics and Technology Company. This opportunity will give you experience in the technology sector in the United States with a company that is a globally recognized leader in smartphones, televisions, home appliances, and semiconductor innovation - and one of the most well-known brands in the world.

LOCATION

Atlanta, GA 30339

COMPENSATION

$39.40 per hour

SCHEDULE

Working Model: Fully onsite, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

CONTRACT TERM

6-month contract with a high likelihood of extension/conversion to full-time.

POSITION OVERVIEW - Supply Chain Analyst 4

This role drives cross-functional collaboration on demand planning and forecasting, supporting business operations' weekly forecast, reporting, and analysis. The role also manages the planning and tracking of strategic supply chain initiatives, including expansion of cross-dock capacity to support next-day delivery, and creates and manages project plans in support of broader strategic business initiatives.

SCOPE

• Support business operations' weekly forecast, reporting, and analysis.
• Manage planning and tracking of expansion of cross-docks to support next-day delivery.
• Responsible for creating and managing project plans in support of strategic business initiatives.
• Knowledge of retail and direct-to-consumer business processes and best practices to inform decision-making.
• Lead cross-functional matrix teams and initiatives; must be able to influence outcomes through strong leadership and expertise.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive cross-functional collaboration with sales management, business management, and Supply Chain Management on demand planning and forecasting assumptions and analysis.
• Prepare reports and statistics related to the demand planning and forecasting function.
• Support team and department managers in the implementation and deployment of organizational initiatives.
• Ensure that business requirements are captured accurately and completely.
• Create long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines.
• Generate and track milestones; evaluate project issues and assist with resolution.
• Share project information with key stakeholders for decision-making.
• Prepare weekly project status updates to keep the project aligned with goals and timeline.
• Perform quality control on the project throughout development to maintain expected standards.
• Adjust schedules and targets on the project as project needs change.
• Ensure project closure, including completion of lessons learned and required documentation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• 5-8 years of Supply Chain work experience required.
• 3-4 years of project management experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Bachelor's Degree or direct business experience equivalent.
• Experience and strong knowledge of Supply Chain best practices and trends.
• Successful experience working cross-functionally in a matrix team environment.
• Prior experience in an appliance/consumer electronics manufacturer and/or retailer strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work under pressure and deadlines; must be able to manage multiple projects and often-competing priorities.
• Proficiency in all components of Microsoft Office Suite.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Lean Six Sigma and APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) certification a plus.
• Knowledge of retail business practices and operations is highly desirable.
• Experience leading Supply Chain, preferably within a retailer.
• Product/category experience with appliances or consumer electronics is desirable.
• Knowledge of premium brand channel sales, marketing, and operational processes is desirable.
• Extreme attention to detail is required.

TOP SKILLS

• Business Analysis
• Demand Planning
• Reporting/Analytics