Supply Chain Ops Analyst

Sterling Kohler; Kohler (WI); On-site; USD 85,800 - 128,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Career growth and development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Kohler, Wisconsin, seeks a Senior Supply Chain Ops Analyst. This role focuses on product lifecycle management and involves managing supply chain policies and strategies for new product launches. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience in Supply Chain, a bachelor's degree, and possess strong project management and communication skills. A competitive salary range of $85,800 - $128,700 is offered, alongside a performance bonus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in Supply Chain focused on product lifecycle.
• Strong attention to detail and self-motivation with multiple projects.
• Product knowledge is advantageous for communication across levels.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate supply chain design for product categories.
• Collaborate to develop product placement plans for sourcing and distribution.
• Analyze supply base capacity with regional teams for optimal design.
• Manage stock levels to minimize scrapping due to obsolescence.
• Establish and oversee lifecycle change policies.
• Identify cost-to-serve options for profitability optimization.
• Document processes, establish performance metrics, and improve processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Project management

Effective communication

Computer proficiency (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerBI, SAP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Engineering

Tools

PowerBI

SAP

Job description

Sr Supply Chain Ops Analyst

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite four days per week - Kohler Wisconsin US

Opportunity

The Senior Analyst role focuses on product lifecycle management for specific product categories, serving as a key member of the New Product Development (NPD) cross‑functional operations team. The analyst ensures successful planning and execution of new product launches and supports strategic business objectives across multiple functional areas. Responsibilities include managing supply chain policy related to product placement, lifecycle changes, master data management, and product discontinuation within complex, global supply chains. The role also involves providing analytics to support decision‑making, risk mitigation, and business rationale within the product team.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate supply chain design and policy for assigned product categories, gathering expert‑level knowledge to align with strategic business goals.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Sourcing leaders to develop product placement plans for components and finished goods, covering sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution planning across regional and global networks, aiming for optimal supply chain structure balancing speed, flexibility, and cost.
• Analyze supply base capacity and timing with regional teams to establish optimal supply chain design and project timelines.
• Facilitate plan alignment and action within teams, maintaining progress and customer delivery schedules.
• Manage stock levels to minimize unnecessary scrapping due to component obsolescence from changes.
• Establish and oversee lifecycle change policies, including phase‑in/phase‑out timing, master data maintenance, and disposal coordination to balance business needs.
• Identify cost‑to‑serve options to optimize profitability and customer delivery, gaining business team alignment.
• Analyze new material additions/releases for master data compliance.
• Document processes, establish performance metrics, and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain or Engineering.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in Supply Chain, with a focus on product lifecycle, materials change management, or engineering change control.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and self‑motivation to manage multiple simultaneous projects.
• Proficient project management skills, with effective written and oral communication within cross‑functional teams.
• Computer proficiency including Windows, Word, Excel, PowerBI and SAP.
• Product knowledge is advantageous for effective communication across management and staff levels.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $85,800 - $128,700. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

Why Choose Kohler?

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