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Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst

Select Milk ProducersLa Crosse, WI, US
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Supply Chain Analyst

Select Milk Producers is one of the nation's largest and most progressive dairy cooperatives, with 32 wholly owned subsidiaries, 8 processing plants, and 8 joint ventures including Continental Dairy Facilities, Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest, Mill Haven Foods, Select Custom Solutions, GreenLink and Select Services. With over 800 employees, the Select Milk family of companies impacts all aspects of the dairy farm business and at the heart of our family of companies, is you.

We strive to go above and beyond what's expected in providing for our families, leading our employees, caring for our land and animals, serving our customers, producing quality milk, and serving one another. This commitment is more than our business, it's in our culture and our character. We believe in being accountable, in doing what's right, in performing at our best, in setting a higher standard.

Select Milk Producers and its subsidiaries offer attractive compensation and a best-in-class benefits package that includes but is not limited to medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more that can be tailored for you and your family. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) up to 6% company match, life and disability insurance, and paid holidays & vacation. We are proud to promote an equal employment opportunity workplace.

What Select offers you :

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays Off
  • Uniform Program
  • Shoe Allowance
  • Onsite gym
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Leadership Development
  • Opportunities to support our local communities
  • Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
  • Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world

What this role is all about :

We are looking for a Supply Chain Analyst in La Crosse, WI.

  • Location : Onsite or Hybrid (2 days remote)
  • Schedule : Monday - Friday, normal working hours
  • The Supply Chain Analyst is a key resource in driving data-informed decision-making across Select Custom Solutions and Mill Haven Foods. This role partners with cross-functional teams to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets, using quantitative methods to improve supply chain planning, logistics, and overall operational performance. The analyst is responsible for developing and maintaining performance metrics, identifying trends, diagnosing issues, and delivering actionable insights that enhance efficiency and effectiveness. By building and refining reporting tools and KPI dashboards, this position strengthens visibility into supply chain performance and supports continuous improvement initiatives. The Supply Chain Analyst enables the organization to make smarter, faster, and more strategic decisions that improve customer satisfaction, cost effectiveness, and process reliability.

    Job Duties :

  • Gather, analyze, and interpret data related to costs, productivity, demand, and forecasting to drive informed decision-making.
  • Perform statistical and quantitative analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements, efficiency initiatives, and best practices across supply chain functions.
  • Identify and address barriers that impact operational efficiency within the supply chain.
  • Provide analytical support and insights for projects and process improvement initiatives across all departments.
  • Evaluate and validate customer-provided forecasts, cross-referencing them with internal forecasts to ensure customer service levels are achieved.
  • Partner with production planning and sales teams to manage forecasting data, ensuring fulfillment levels and stock floor programs are consistently maintained.
  • Support project implementations by analyzing forecast and demand data to inform resource planning.
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance KPI dashboards and scorecards to measure supply chain performance.
  • Use KPIs and benchmarks to evaluate results, recommend adjustments, and optimize decision-making.
  • Provide timely reporting and data-driven recommendations to leadership for strategic planning.
  • Work across all Select Custom Solutions facilities to identify synergies, streamline processes, and strengthen the overall supply chain.
  • Collaborate with sales, production, and operations teams to ensure alignment between supply chain capabilities and business needs.
  • Analyze raw material pricing, ensuring costs are appropriately managed and passed through while driving cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Work closely with other departments to gather financial information and support cross-functional initiatives.
  • Understand adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Safety Protocol :
  • Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
  • Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
  • Support safety policies and programs.
  • This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

    Qualifications : Education Required :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Statistics or Mathematics required.
  • Equivalent combination of education and / or experience may be considered.
  • Experience Required :

  • Minimum two (2) years of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Certification / Licensure :

  • APICS / ASCM certifications preferred.
  • Where you'll be working :

    Our La Crosse, WI, plant is home to approximately 330 employees. This facility supplies the food, beverage, and nutritional industries with innovative functional ingredients and superior quality contract manufacturing services.

    La Crosse, WI, is nestled between the Mississippi River and the rolling river bluffs. This town is home to a plethora of colleges, high-quality health care, community events, and cultural opportunities. If you want to enjoy outdoor activities there are many opportunities, such as hiking, cycling, skiing, and boating. The town hosts multiple events annually and is famously known for their Oktoberfest celebration as well as offering a minor league baseball team. Visit the La Crosse Chamber site for more information on local events.

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