Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst

The Supply Chain Analyst serves as the primary contact for their assigned Principals and will assist our Principals, warehouses, sales, and internal departments in resolving any issues or inquiries. The Supply Chain Analyst will successfully manage assigned Principals by consistently meeting KPI's in a manner that provides customers with industry leading service levels while providing the company with an appropriate return on investment dollars. The Supply Chain Analyst will also partner with other team members to explore opportunities for process improvements while instilling the company's core values into the day-to-day operations of the department.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

This role is based in our Westlake, Ohio Headquarters. The position is not eligible for relocation.

IMCD US is a leading global distribution partner and formulator of specialty chemicals and ingredients. An entrepreneurial group founded IMCD in 1995 in the Netherlands. Our vision to transform the distribution industry by continuously adding value to the supply chain through expertise and innovation, is what still drives us today. Today, we have operations in over 50 countries, where we successfully combine local knowledge with global expertise to obtain sustainable results. IMCD is a strong, innovative business partner and accelerator of solutions for suppliers and producers of consumer, industrial and durable goods in diverse business sectors. Our commercial excellence and solid operations structure facilitate healthy growth.

Successful candidates will be responsible to:

• Manages Principals assigned and completely understands the rules, product attributes, Principal contacts, and major customers
• Successfully manages assigned Principals keeping inventory turns, service levels, and slow-moving stock within set KPI's
• Runs analysis, as necessary, to confirm stocking locations and minimum order quantities are still appropriate
• Updates forecasts monthly and proactively reaches out to sales on increasing/decreasing customer demand
• Develops and utilizes sales models for "A" COGS items
• Ensures Principal Playbooks are accurate
• Submits Principal expectations and On Time in Full revision summary monthly
• Ensures reorder reports are updated monthly which includes moving demand to proper locations, updating lead times, and deleting irrelevant comments
• Follows up on "C" item over order report and expired stock report consistently
• Resolves conflicts by assisting team, warehouses, Principals, sales, and internal departments
• Assists other members of the team, as needed, to achieve department goals
• Develops and completes projects to improve processes and procedures as part of 90-day action items and submit updates weekly
• Understands how job responsibilities affect other departments and how role affects the success of the company
• Participates in ongoing education to improve personal and job skills which includes attending monthly APICS meeting, webinars, cross training, etc.
• Attends and participates in department meetings and joint customer service meetings
• Participates in ongoing continuous improvement initiatives
• Participates in annual physical inventories at warehouses, as needed
• Completes necessary support work, as assigned

Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that allow for the development of strong relationships both internally and externally Strong decision making, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Ability to meet deadlines and goals by prioritization and effective time management Proven track record of supporting internal and external departments by making valuable contributions as part of a team Proven track record of efficiently managing the company's investment in inventory through strategic planning Ability to conduct business and compose oneself in a professional manner while working within deadlines Ability to complete root cause analysis to fix problems and not symptoms Exhibits ambition and willingness to learn Organized and detail oriented

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or 5 years of relevant experience Proficiency in Excel ERP Systems experienced

Desired Qualifications: Lean or Six Sigma experience Customer service experience Member of APICS or ISM APICS Certification

Competencies: Business Acumen Problem Solving/Analysis Customer/Client Focus Communication Proficiency Teamwork Orientation Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job currently operates on a hybrid schedule rotating between in-office and remote work environments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, and the hours of work and days are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., unless otherwise directed. Additional hours may be required as needed. Travel Some travel is expected for this position up to 10% Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. IMCD Offers If you want to make a real difference and work for a growing and expertise-driven company, then we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for people who are experts in their field, be it technical, commercial, or managerial. By joining IMCD, you'll be part of an entrepreneurial, fast-growing group of ambitious and like-minded professionals, where you'll have the freedom to make your own mark. We are committed to delivering value and acting responsibly. As we grow, we keep our founders' entrepreneurial spirit intact, creating a world of opportunity. As a truly international company, we have a presence in cities including Singapore, Melbourne, Milan, Cologne, Paris, Zurich, Los Angeles, So Paulo and Toronto. Our Group Office is in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and our shares are traded on the Amsterdam Euronext market, where we are part of the large cap AEX index