Senior Supply Chain Analyst

Position Summary

Emerson's Appleton Group is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Supply Chain Analyst to support the rapidly growing Data Center business segment. This role will be responsible for driving supply chain performance through advanced analytics, demand and supply planning, inventory optimization, capacity planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

The Senior Supply Chain Analyst will serve as a key partner to Sales, Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing, Product Management, and Finance to ensure customer demand is met while balancing inventory, cost, and service objectives. The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen with advanced analytical capabilities and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Analyze historical demand, market trends, sales opportunities, and customer forecasts to develop accurate demand plans.
• Support the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process through demand analysis and scenario modeling.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, forecast bias, and demand volatility metrics.
• Collaborate with Sales and Business Leaders to identify demand risks and opportunities.

Supply Planning & Inventory Management

• Evaluate supply-demand alignment and identify material shortages, capacity constraints, and inventory risks.
• Develop inventory strategies that optimize customer service levels and working capital performance.
• Analyze inventory turns, days of supply, excess inventory, and slow-moving stock.
• Support mitigation plans for supply chain disruptions and component shortages.

Data Center Business Support

• Partner with Data Center commercial teams to support strategic customer projects and growth initiatives.
• Analyze order trends, backlog performance, and customer service metrics within the Data Center segment.
• Support capacity planning for products supporting critical power, electrical infrastructure, and data center applications.
• Provide actionable recommendations to improve responsiveness and scalability as the business grows.

Supply Chain Analytics & Reporting

• Create and maintain performance dashboards and executive scorecards.
• Deliver insights and recommendations based on supply chain performance metrics.
• Utilize Power BI, ERP systems, and advanced Excel tools to automate reporting and improve visibility.
• Perform ad hoc analysis to support strategic business decisions.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead projects focused on improving planning processes, inventory management, forecasting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and digital transformation.
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain organization.
• Establish standardized reporting and planning methodologies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Finance, Product Management, and Distribution teams.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) planning and lifecycle management activities.
• Facilitate alignment between business demand and operational capabilities.
• Present findings and recommendations to supply chain and business leadership.

Who You Are:

You analyze multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions. You use knowledge of business drivers and marketplace trends to guide actions and support business growth. You set objectives that align with broader organizational goals and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and drive efficiency. You partner effectively with others across functions to achieve shared objectives and deliver results.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Finance, Analytics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, operations, forecasting, or business analytics.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and data analysis tools.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic business environment.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience supporting Data Center, Electrical Infrastructure, Industrial Manufacturing, or Technology businesses.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or IBF certification.
• Experience with SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, or advanced analytics platforms.
• Knowledge of SIOP/S&OP processes.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Experience supporting global supply chain operations.

At Emerson, our employee’s passion for innovation and results drives our success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company’s success. The salary range for this role is $95,000–$105,000, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to the role. 

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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