Supply Chain Demand Planning Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst Plano, TX (Fully Onsite) 12+ Month Contract (with hire and multi-extension capability) $37.50 / hour on W2

Demand Planning/Forecasting Data Analysis Business Acumen

We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to coordinate and expedite the flow of work, inventory, and materials across departments and global manufacturing centers. In this role, you will manage end-to-end supply plans, oversee category-level inventory flow versus aggregate demand simulation, and drive critical purchasing, allocation, and reporting workflows.

• End-to-End Supply Plan & Category Management:
  Manage assigned categories, overseeing inventory flow versus aggregate demand simulation, coordinating closely with the Global Operations Center (GOC), and communicating with account teams and business counterparts on supply-related topics.
• PO Confirmation & ECP Execution:
  Collect and validate feedback from Account Teams, consolidate SKU-level lists for Purchase Order Confirmation and Exceptional Change of Plan (ECP), and issue factory purchase orders aligned to the consolidated list.
• PSI Analysis & Variance Tracking:
  Analyze weekly Purchase Sales Inventory (PSI) data, generate simulation tools/files for factory supply and demand changes, and identify root causes for Return to Forecast (RTF) variances within locked production windows.
• Inventory Optimization & Transfers:
  Monitor inventory levels across the subsidiary, initiate stock transfers to optimize stock, reduce shortages, and prevent aging inventory. Track product arrival schedules, follow up on factory delays, and coordinate expedite requests.
• Reporting & Cross-Functional Allocation:
  Consolidate and publish weekly reports (e.g., Supply Confirmation Window, Available-to-Ship). Drive supply discussions, initiate account/SKU-level allocation meetings, and ensure execution with the Demand Fulfillment Team.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  Examine documents, materials, and products to assess completeness and accuracy. Record production metrics, requisition and maintain material inventories, and reconcile system-based tools providing real-time data on sales, inventory, and forecasts.

• Education:
  
  Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management (SCM), Operations Research, Business Administration, MIS, Engineering, or a related field (
  
  Note:
  
  High school diploma/GED with 8–10 years of heavy related supply chain experience is also acceptable).
• Technical & Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong analytical, data management, and computer skills. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and the Office Suite. Prior SAP experience is highly helpful.

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