Sr. Supply Chain Analyst

Job Summary

The Sr. Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for inventory management of the fulfillment center(s). This role supports the Fulfillment Center Operations Team and the Supply Planning Team through inventory control management and service management of supply‑related constraints within the assigned fulfillment center(s).

• Performs analysis using a wide range of inventory‑related reports to ensure consistent supply for distributors.
• Incorporates inventory planning for highly seasonal and promoted products and ensures fulfillment center and distributor inventory settings are updated accordingly.
• Monitors fulfillment center and distributor partner health KPI’s and supports data collection and analysis to identify areas of improvement.
• Assists in delivery of improvement projects from planning to execution.
• Collaborates with teams to map processes and identify waste and/or efficiencies.
• Creates and submits purchase orders to fulfillment centers for replenishment of assigned distributors.
• Works closely with the inbound inventory replenishment team to ensure inventory needs are met and any known constraints are communicated to distributors supported by the fulfillment center.
• Acts as main point of contact between supply chain, marketing, operations departments, and distributor partners.
• Analyzes supply and demand imbalances and facilitates resolution throughout the supply chain.
• Works with fulfillment center operations teams to reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Assists in quantifying and defining scope for capacity, resources, logistics, and supply chain planning.
• Acts as super user for planning tools.
• Promotes a culture of continuous improvement across the organization and distributor network.
• Implements process changes and standard work at Interstate Batteries distributors to optimize the fulfillment center network.
• Develops, builds, and maintains positive relationships with internal cross‑functional teams and external customers (distributors, dealers, and internal corporate support groups).

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Technical, or equivalent discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience, including a role of similar responsibility/scale in supply chain, operations, strategy, or related field.
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex supply chain problems with an appropriate sense of urgency.
• Experience in end‑to‑end supply chain management involving distribution, inventory management, and project management.
• Strong quantitative skills and the ability to analyze supply chain management problems to develop and implement practical solutions.
• Passion to drive continuous improvement through identification of root‑cause solutions to key business problems.
• APICS Supply Chain Certification and/or Green Belt Certification preferred.
• Familiarity with the tools, methodologies, and disciplines of a Lean Six Sigma environment.
• Knowledge of forecasting, Master Production Scheduling (MPS), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), finite scheduling and distribution requirements planning (DRP).
• Prior experience in a high‑volume, fast‑paced, customer‑focused supply chain.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of detail‑orientation, analytical rigor, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines under minimal supervision.
• Entrepreneurial orientation – looks for and seizes profitable business opportunities; willingness to take calculated risks and actively engage with distributors to achieve business goals.

• Acts as a resource for junior team members.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional partners, fulfillment center teams, and distribution center teams.
• Exemplifies Interstate’s purpose and values.

• Ability to sustain a seated posture for prolonged periods, use hands to grasp or handle, talk and hear, stand and walk.
• Requires vision for close work, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to battery warehouse conditions such as moving equipment, mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles,…