Sales & Operations Analyst

Company Overview

ERMCO Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO) is the leading manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions, serving electric utilities, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tenn., ERMCO delivers reliable, high‑quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities across North America. With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer‑focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO the Most Valued Partner for delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for participating in and supporting the design and implementation of a centralized Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process and all related analytics. The analyst will support a common approach to reporting on supply chain activities—including demand and supply planning as well as production planning versus actuals—by working with internal stakeholders at multiple sites and promoting a unified way of working. The role reports to the Director of S&OP and works closely with sales, materials management, supply chain, and operations to determine requirements, develop S&OP content, present strategic recommendations, relate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), research industry trends, and perform market analysis. The position is onsite in Raleigh, NC, with relocation assistance available.

Responsibilities

• Seek out data from stakeholders across sales and supply chain functions at multiple sites for consolidation into a common S&OP platform for enterprise‑level reporting.
• Develop content for monthly cadence meetings including Demand Consensus, Supply Consensus, and Integrated Operations Consensus.
• Work with internal stakeholders and partners such as site supply chain leads, sales, finance, engineering, and operations to gather and analyze business requirements in support of a common way of working across the enterprise.
• Lead internal and external supply chain data analysis and provide recommendations to management, as required.
• Support the development, maintenance, and presentation of Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Responsible for S&OP performance reporting and dispatching of internal communications.
• Participate in the design and implementation of a common Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tool as required.

Qualifications

• 3 – 7 years of analytical experience in supply planning, demand planning, inventory control, materials planning, or a financial environment.
• Experience in complex, multi‑site, multi‑ERP environments is preferred (ERP – Infor LN experience highly desirable).
• Experience with S&OP practices is preferred.
• Experience with business systems and/or ERP implementation is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.
• ISM or APICS certification preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Power Query, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, TEAMS, and Outlook.
• Experience with SQL databases, including building custom queries for production and inventory metrics, and S&OP.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or QlikView.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects/tasks and adhere to deadlines.
• Ability to think objectively and interpret meaningful themes from quantitative and qualitative data.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Understanding of inventory management, warehousing, supply planning, and demand planning functions desired.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, cost‑benefit evaluation, P&L, cash flow, and balance‑sheet concepts is preferred.
• Must be able to perform in a fast‑paced, independent work environment with limited supervision.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and demands of the position.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is available.