Supply Chain Business Analyst

Manifest Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Manifest Solutions is seeking a Supply Chain Business Analyst for an onsite role in Columbus, OH. The ideal candidate will assist with planning, conducting analysis, and managing documentation related to market research studies and procurement processes.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to ethical behavior in procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Fleet.
• In lieu of Bachelor’s, 5 years of experience with an Associate’s.
• In lieu of Associate’s, 7 years of experience with a High School Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and analysis of market research studies.
• Create and maintain contract-related records and documentation.
• Monitor spend intelligence tools and apply analytical techniques.
• Serve as primary point of contact for contract administration.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Associate’s Degree in related field (if no Bachelor’s)

High School Diploma or equivalent (if no Associate’s)

Job description

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Supply Chain Business Analyst for an onsite position in Columbus, OH.

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and analysis of primary and secondary market research studies to support strategic planning, recommendations, benchmarking, scorecard development, financial reporting, rate case support, customer satisfaction surveys, and contract management reporting related to rates, price variances, and spend.
• Compare basic, complex, and differing specifications and solutions; assist with developing performance criteria and identifying the data elements needed to support effective analysis and decision-making.
• Create, maintain, and organize contract-related records, documentation, manuals, bid rate sheets, status reports, and planning materials, including business cases and business, communication, continuity, and change management plans.
• Monitor spend intelligence tools and apply intermediate analytical techniques to internal and external data sources, standard reports, and procurement information to support analysts with negotiation preparation, cost savings tracking, and reporting needs.
• Initiate, track, and follow up on ServiceNow cases for new code requests and other procurement support needs, ensuring timely coordination with internal stakeholders and accurate completion of required activities.
• Support current systems and procurement processes by responding to user questions, diagnosing and researching problems, troubleshooting issues, tracking resolutions, and assisting IT with business unit testing for defect resolution and system enhancements.
• Manually enter contract rates when exceptions are received and perform transactional procurement work across assigned business areas while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and adherence to established procedures and controls.
• Serve as a primary point of contact and source of knowledge for contract administration issues; collaborate with internal stakeholders, encourage problem-solving, and provide information for presentations and progress reporting on specific initiatives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Finance, Accounting, or related field of study such as Operations Management, Materials Management, or Information Technology. In addition, must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement and Fleet or related business category such as Operations Management, Materials Management, or Information Technology.
• In lieu of Bachelor’s degree must possess an Associate’s Degree in related field of study, and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain, Procurement and/or Fleet or related business category such as Operations Management, Materials Management, or Information Technology.
• In lieu of Associate’s degree must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of 7 years’ experience in Supply Chain, Procurement and/or Fleet or related business category such as Operations Management, Materials Management, or Information Technology.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Understands the components of the organization, its stakeholders, and how procurement activities support business objectives.
• Demonstrates teamwork skills, including collaboration, commitment, active listening, stakeholder identification, and acknowledgement of diverse perspectives.
• Seeks to broaden knowledge of the company, the utility industry, procurement practices, contract administration, and systems that complement acquired expertise.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates the highest standards of ethical behavior and supports the Company's Corporate Code of Conduct.
• Demonstrates a moderate level of Microsoft Office proficiency.