Supply Chain, Demand Planning Analyst

Business Analyst – Demand Planning & Supply Chain Operations

Location:

Onsite - Atlanta, GA

Duration: 12 + month contract to (hire + multi-extension capability)

Rate: 39.45 /hr.

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Business Analyst – Demand Planning & Supply Chain to drive cross-functional alignment, demand forecasting, and strategic operational projects. This individual will serve as a crucial bridge between Sales, Business Management, and Supply Chain Management teams to optimize forecasting assumptions, track milestones, and manage complex supply chain initiatives—including cross-dock expansions and next-day delivery enhancements.

The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in supply chain best practices, project management methodology, and data analytics within consumer electronics or retail manufacturing environments.

• Business Analysis:
  Capturing business requirements, conducting gap analyses, and guiding cross-functional strategic decisions.
• Demand Planning & Forecasting:
  Aligning demand assumptions across sales, management, and supply chain teams to optimize inventory and fulfillment.
• Reporting & Analytics:
  Preparing weekly/monthly executive dashboards, project status reports, and key supply chain statistics.

• Demand Planning & Business Analysis:
  Drive cross-functional collaboration with Sales Management, Business Management, and Supply Chain teams to refine demand planning and forecasting assumptions.
• Ensure all business requirements for strategic initiatives are captured accurately, completely, and translated into actionable operational plans.
• Support department managers in the execution and deployment of organizational and process improvement initiatives.
• Prepare, maintain, and present comprehensive reports and statistics related to demand planning, sales forecasting, and operational performance.
• Project Management & Supply Chain Operations:
  Lead weekly business operations forecast tracking, reporting, and execution.
• Create and execute comprehensive project plans supporting strategic supply chain initiatives, including the expansion of cross-dock facilities and next-day delivery networks.
• Establish long- and short-term project milestones, monitor progress, evaluate bottlenecks, and drive issue resolution.
• Perform continuous quality control throughout project life cycles to maintain organizational standards.
• Adjust schedules, resource allocations, and targets dynamically as business needs evolve.
• Facilitate formal project closure, including lessons learned, final documentation, and handoff.
• Author weekly status reports to keep executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders aligned on timelines and goals.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or equivalent practical business experience.
• Supply Chain
  
  Experience:
  
  5–8 years of direct experience in supply chain, demand planning, or business operations.
• Project Management
  
  Experience:
  
  3–4 years of structured project management experience.
• Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is required.
• Industry Background:
  Prior experience with an appliance/consumer electronics manufacturer, distributor, or retailer is strongly preferred.

• Plus
  
  Certifications:
  
  APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) or Lean Six Sigma certifications are a significant plus.
• Software:
  Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project).

• Deep understanding of Retail and Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) supply chain processes, channel sales, and operational best practices.
• Proven track record of influencing outcomes and leading cross-functional matrix teams without direct authority.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skill.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to key stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, and deliver under tight deadlines.

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