Sr. Supply Chain Analyst

At Cable One/Sparklight, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

We are open to hiring remote if we find the right talent in any of these states (AL, AK, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, , IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, OR, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT).

The supply chain senior analyst will be responsible for leading cross functional strategic initiatives that result in the development and execution of demand and supply plans, the development and implementation of inventory, warehousing and procurement strategic initiatives as well as the redesign of cross functional business processes that drive project engineering and supply chain alignment. The Supply Chain Analyst will also provide input on the need for implementing other technology platforms to solve problems or drive cost reduction.

• Demand Planning Forecasting & Analysis:
  • Lead the creation and maintenance of accurate demand forecasts models across all product categories included but not limited to Customer Premises Equipment, Repair and Maintenance and project related materials.
  • Analyze historical usage and deployment data, trends, and seasonality to develop reliable short-term and long-term forecasts.
  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance teams to gather insights and adjust forecasts as necessary based on promotions, new product launches, or market changes. Build the process to standardize demand forecasting.
• Supply Planning Alignment:
  • Work closely with the Procurement team to align demand forecasts with procurement schedules and inventory levels.
  • Support the identification of demand-supply imbalances and collaborate on solutions to mitigate stockouts or excess inventory. Participate in regular planning and sales meetings to provide insights and address potential issues related to demand-supply alignment.
  • Provide recommendations for adjustments to inventory policies based on demand knowledge and develop Min/Max recommendations at the corporate and inventory organization level for implementation by Inventory Management team.
• Inventory and Warehouse Management Support:
  • Support or where appropriate, lead the implementation and execution of various corporate led inventory and warehouse management strategic activities such as Vendor Managed Inventory programs, outsourcing, etc. Support the supply planning team in ensuring adequate inventory levels are maintained to meet customer demand while minimizing excess stock.
  • Provide inventory and warehouse management expertise to supply chain team and influence other stakeholders to implement strategies aligned with corporate goals.
• Data Management & Reporting:
  • Maintain and analyze demand and usage data to ensure the accuracy of forecasts and inventory levels.
  • Prepare weekly/monthly reports on forecast accuracy, demand trends, and inventory performance.
  • Develop and Identify forecasting, demand and accuracy key performance metrics and monitor the impact on supply chain performance.
• Process Improvement:
  • Continuously seek opportunities to improve demand planning processes and systems, optimizing forecast accuracy and planning efficiency.
  • Assist in the development of best practices and tools for enhanced demand and supply coordination across procurement, inventory, warehousing and logistics

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or industrial engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 2-4 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain process design, as well as inventory and or warehouse management.
  • 2-4 years of experience with demand planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of forecasting techniques, inventory management, and supply chain processes.

• Skills:
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions and pivot tables) with knowledge of business…