Supply Chain Analyst III

BCforward is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst III to work onsite in Menlo Park, CA Start/End Dates: 3/30/2026 - 3/29/2027 Work Location: Onsite Menlo Park CA Infrastructure Engineering - Supply Chain Analyst III The successful candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of warehouse operations, end-to-end supply chain functions, data analysis methodologies, and supply chain management software. This role requires collaboration with internal teams and external vendors to implement process improvements and manage projects from inception to completion, ultimately taking ownership of operational process enhancements. Key Responsibilities: ● Collaborate with the operations team to pinpoint constraints, conduct root cause analyses, and execute effective solutions; respond to daily process-related escalations. ● Assist Process Engineers in the development and deployment of novel processes and methods to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, augment data visibility, and improve inventory accuracy. ● Recommend and institute updates to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with the established change management protocol. ● Conduct time studies and resource utilization analyses. ● Serve as the primary liaison between the operations team and third-party vendors to coordinate routine activities; meticulously track and follow up on outstanding items and escalations. ● Meeting Management: Organize and conduct regular synchronization meetings and training sessions to ensure transparency and keep all stakeholders apprised of process modifications and updates. ● Work collaboratively with data intelligence teams to develop comprehensive metrics dashboards, thereby providing real-time visibility into performance indicators and enabling informed decision-making. Qualifications: ● A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field is required. ● A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in supply chain disciplines within a manufacturing, warehousing, or logistics environment is mandatory. Required Skills: ● Proficiency in Lean Methodologies is essential. Must possess a data-driven approach. ● Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail are required. ● The ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision is necessary. ● Demonstrated ability to create detailed process flow maps and Standard competing demands and deadlines. ● Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis techniques. ● Advanced proficiency in the GSuite platform (Docs, Sheets, Slides). ● Advanced skills in process mapping methodologies. Preferred Skills: ● The ability to create visualizations in Tableau or utilize SQL for data extraction. ● Prior experience in reverse supply chain operations or the IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) sector. ● Experience in IT logistics. Minimum Years of Experience 4+ Must-Have Lean Methodologies & Process Improvement Advanced Data Analysis (Excel, GSuite) Strong Communication & Attention to Detail Nice to-Have Skills Tableau/SQL for Data Visualization Reverse Supply Chain or ITAD Experience IT Logistics Background Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain management, Industrial Engineering or a related field