Supply chain data analyst
A single supply chain for one product can be a pretty complex thing, but when a manufacturer has dozens of different products and components to move, small inefficiencies can multiply into large black holes on the balance sheet. That’s why the supply chain data analyst is such a crucial role in a busy firm. They will use their experience and digital skills to perform supply chain data analytics on the whole process, seeking out those costly inefficiencies.
What happens once such failings have been found depends on the issue at hand, the specific role and the structure of the company. Most of the time, the supply chain analyst will report their findings to management, as the remedial actions might require re-negotiation of contracts or major restructuring of activities – if these are needed. Other times, the analyst might have some authority to put in place fixes, and report their discoveries and results to the board.
Whatever the specifics of the position, the supply chain data analyst will work alongside the logistics and supply chain teams, and often with external customers and suppliers, searching out ways to increase profitability given the copious amounts of data available. They might also be involved with projecting figures for supply chains that are still at the proposal stage.
The skills required
First and foremost, the supply chain analyst will have a solid background in logistics and/or supply chain, and will completely understand how the industry works. That’s crucial for understanding the possibilities and limitations of the remedial work you can perform.
You should be skilled at using the major supply chain software packages so you can take deep dives into the stats, but you may well find most of your time poring over Excel sheets that you have created or which have been created by someone else. Either way, you’ll need to be a data analytics master, able to interpret trends, patterns and opportunities from an array of digital sources. Finally, you’ll be able to communicate complex solutions to management to justify your decisions.
Supply chain data analyst Jobs in Wiltshire
Known for its sweeping Salisbury Plain and ancient stone circles like Stonehenge and Avebury, Wiltshire is a county in the south-west of England that shares borders with a number of counties like Somerset, Hampshire, Oxfordshire and Dorset.
For anyone seeking Supply chain data analyst roles in Wiltshire, a number of options can be found in the region - in settlements such as Swindon, Salisbury, Trowbridge and Wilton.
Much of Wiltshire is situated around the M4 corridor, and this has given a significant boost to its economy, as businesses are attracted to the region's ease of access and lovely rural surroundings.
Manufacturing is an important part of the local economy, and products that are made here range from electrical goods to food and beverages, furniture, pharmaceuticals and plastics.
Just some of the companies that have set up regional or international offices in Wiltshire include WHSmith, Early Learning Centre, Dyson, Honda, Reckitt Benckiser, Intel and Motorola.
The National Trust's head office is also registered in Wiltshire and Oxford University's book depository for the Bodleian Library is also here - which contains over 150 miles of bookshelves. What's more, a number of military and defence establishments are also located in the region.
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Supply chain analyst jobs
If you’re a supply chain data analyst with the requisite skills and experience, you need to speak to Cast UK as we might be sitting on the perfect job for you. We were founded on supply chain and logistics recruitment, and although we’ve diversified since those days, it’s still a core part of our business, and we understand the needs of supply chains and companies that rely on their efficient operation. Follow the link below to register your details with us.
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