Supply Chain Analyst, Oracle Manufacturing and Distribution

Brief Posting Description
This position will be responsible for influencing decisions in inventory management and purchasing through data-driven analysis and dashboard reporting. The role will focus on optimizing supply chain efficiency across hardware, marketing, and shipping materials by leveraging advanced analytics and visualization tools.

This Supply Chain Analyst will develop and implement programs to enhance operational efficiency, ensure consistency, and drive compliance in alignment with the organization?s strategic business objectives. The role involves defining best practices, analyzing data for forecasting and planning decisions, and driving process improvements.

Detailed Description
As a member of Oracle?s Manufacturing and Distribution organization, you will support global supply chain initiatives through data analytics, reporting, and strategic purchasing insights. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, IT, HR, Shared Services, Accounting, and Procurement, to ensure seamless execution of supply chain activities.
Duties and tasks are performed independently within defined policies and procedures. Attention to detail, ability to manage large datasets, and strong follow-through skills are critical for success in this role.
? Dashboard & Analytics: Develop and maintain dashboards to visualize key supply chain metrics, including inventory levels, purchasing trends, supplier performance, and material flow.
? Inventory Management: Monitor and optimize global inventory levels to ensure adequate supply while minimizing excess and obsolescence. Perform audits and analyze inventory discrepancies.
? Purchasing & Procurement: Support procurement decisions by analyzing purchasing data for hardware, marketing materials, and shipping supplies. Generate purchase requisitions and ensure supplier alignment.
? Forecasting & Demand Planning: Analyze trends to forecast demand across various business units, ensuring optimal inventory and purchasing strategies.
? Financial & Compliance Reporting: Provide financial reports and KPIs to management; conduct cost-benefit analyses on supply chain decisions. Work with finance and tax teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
? Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in supply chain operations and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Career Level - IC2