Supply Chain Analyst

Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst Job Description The Supply Chain Analyst serves as a critical data-driven professional responsible for optimizing inventory management across a large, complex fulfillment network. This role combines strong analytical expertise with deep supply chain knowledge to monitor, analyze, and forecast inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock positioning while minimizing missed sales. The analyst uses advanced data analysis tools to identify trends, predict demand patterns, and develop actionable insights that drive inventory planning decisions across multiple product categories and geographic regions. Working closely with cross-functional teams including 3PL providers, procurement, operations, finance, and accounting, this role supports operational efficiency, profitability, and a strong customer promise of product availability through strategic inventory optimization and continuous process improvement. Responsibilities • Analyze inventory levels, demand patterns, and overall supply chain performance to identify targets for improving transactional and operational efficiencies. • Monitor and optimize inventory stock levels and cycle counts to support accurate and timely fulfillment. • Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies and issues between physical counts and system records. • Create clear, accurate reports and dashboards to track inventory metrics and key performance indicators. • Collaborate closely with metering centers, third-party logistics providers, vendors, and internal supply chain teams to maintain inventory accuracy and flow. • Analyze data to improve inventory accuracy, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives. • Support inventory planning and procurement decisions with data-driven recommendations. • Perform weekly cycle counts, including weekly onsite reviews of inventory. • Investigate the root causes of inventory variances and recommend corrective actions. • Implement process improvements to enhance inventory management and reduce errors. • Monitor and execute daily transactions in warehouse management and ERP systems to support operational success and efficiency. • Actively support and foster a culture of inclusion within the inventory and broader operations teams. • Assist with JIRA ticket resolution related to inventory, systems, and process issues. • Manage discrepancies within ERP and WMS systems and reconcile differences with physical inventory quantities and counts. • Monitor dashboards and inventory variances that could impact on-time shipment and fulfillment performance. Essential Skills • 2–4 years of experience in supply chain or a closely related field. • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced data analysis capabilities. • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for documentation and presentations. • Experience working with inventory-focused Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. • Working knowledge of Oracle ERP systems for inventory and logistics management. • Understanding of supply chain and logistics operations, including inventory control and fulfillment processes. • Strong verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. • Strong work ethic with a desire to learn, be challenged, and grow within a fast-paced environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Working knowledge of SQL for querying and analyzing operational and inventory data. • Experience using data visualization tools such as Tableau to build and interpret dashboards. • Experience managing logistics and inventory within a warehouse or fulfillment environment. • Ability to monitor and interpret dashboards related to cycle counting, inventory variances, and shipment risk. • Comfort working with JIRA or similar ticketing systems to track and resolve issues. • Experience collaborating with finance and accounting teams, particularly where there is financial impact related to inventory and supply chain performance. • Ability to contribute to the development and improvement of technology and processes within a robotics-driven supply chain environment. Work Environment The role operates within a fast-paced, highly dynamic inventory and logistics environment where no two days are exactly the same. The position is part of an inventory-focused team that manages logistics and stock control for robotics-driven fulfillment centers, with inventory held and managed in Oracle ERP systems and supported by 3PL partners onsite. You will work closely with a broader organization that includes transportation, operations, and inventory teams, with frequent cross-functional collaboration and some interaction with transportation, finance, and accounting when there is significant financial impact. The work emphasizes active use of WMS and ERP systems, dashboard monitoring, and data-driven decision-making, supported by business intelligence and analytics tools. The environment strives to be structured while recognizing that priorities and activities can shift rapidly based on operational needs, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to the future of technology within a robotics-enabled supply chain. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Crown Point, IN. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Requirements Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Crown Point,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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