Financial Analyst- Supply Chain

Lipari Foods is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst
- Supply Chain to support financial planning, cost analysis, and operational efficiency within the supply chain. This entry-level role will assist in analyzing data related to procurement, inventory, logistics, and distribution to help drive cost savings and improve overall performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze supply chain costs including procurement, transportation, warehousing, and inventory holding
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for supply chain operations
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory turnover, cost per unit, and service levels
• Support month-end and quarter-end financial reporting processes
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations teams to align financial goals
• Prepare financial models and variance analyses
• Maintain and update financial and operational databases
• Assist in pricing analysis and supplier cost evaluations

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or related field
• 2+ years of experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, basic modeling)
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus
• Basic understanding of supply chain processes and financial principles
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Knowledge of financial modeling and forecasting techniques
• Understanding of inventory management and logistics concepts

About Lipari Foods

Headquartered in Warren, Michigan, Lipari Foods is a leading independent distributor built around global and specialty foods. With a customer-first mindset, they serve customers through 67 depots across 32 states and growing. Lipari brings the world’s most craveable flavors to shelf with an end-to-end approach that combines exclusive and owned brands, retail services, innovative tools, and dependable delivery across 10 categories including deli, bakery, frozen/dairy, specialty grocery, international specialty, meat/seafood, packaging, confections, food service/prepared foods, and convenience.

Lipari Foods LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.