Supply Chain Analyst

About the role

The Supply Chain Analyst serves as a key resource for extracting, analyzing, and communicating supply chain data to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and optimize inventory management at Akron Children's Hospital. The analyst collaborates across departments to identify cost-saving opportunities, ensure compliance, and improve overall operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manages monthly and quarterly supply chain metrics for executive and operational dashboards to support strategic decisions.
• Tracks and manages contract rebates within the ERP system, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Identifies non-compliant and off-contract purchases, presenting actionable insights to achieve potential cost savings.
• Performs monthly inventory optimization analyses, recommending adjustments to inventory levels based on seasonal demand and usage trends.
• Prepares detailed analytical reports supporting internal and external supply chain data requests.
• Documents financial impacts, including rebates, cost avoidance measures, and GPO administrative fees, for comprehensive cost analysis.
• Investigates inventory discrepancies, identifies root causes, and recommends process improvements to minimize recurrence.
• Uses data analytics tools proactively to identify trends, patterns, and areas for supply chain process enhancement.
• Collaborates closely with strategic sourcing teams on savings initiatives, providing data-driven insights through detailed analysis.
• Develops and maintains benchmarks for supply chain metrics to track and measure performance effectively.
• Other duties as required.

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in ERP systems, data analytics, and Lean principles required.
• Advanced Excel skills including complex data manipulation and analysis.
• Familiarity with Power BI or similar data visualization tools preferred.
• Healthcare supply chain experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Management, Computer Science, or related field required, OR a high school diploma with 6 years of relevant experience required.
• Certification: Supply Chain Certification (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) preferred.
• Years of relevant experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analysis and ERP systems within a supply chain environment required. Infor or Workday ERP experience preferred.
• Years of supervisory experience: None

Benefits

This is a 6‑month temporary assignment with full benefit eligibility.

Schedule

Full‑time, 40 hours/week, Monday‑Friday, 7:30 AM‑4:00 PM; hybrid schedule (2‑3 days onsite) in Akron, OH.