Supply Chain Operations Analyst

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials, and networking components, offering a comprehensive career development platform within a high-performance environment.

About the role

This position serves as a strategic partner to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), combining deep data analytics with executive support to drive supply chain excellence. You will conduct advanced analyses, build executive dashboards, and craft high-impact presentations that shape procurement strategy and operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep-dive analyses across procurement, supply chain operations, supplier performance, and cost-to-serve metrics to surface trends, risks, and strategic opportunities.
• Build, automate, and maintain advanced dashboards, scorecards, and KPI frameworks that support executive decision-making and long-range planning.
• Partner with category managers, sourcing leads, and finance to develop data-driven insights for Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), Supplier Business Reviews (SBRs), and executive leadership forums.
• Drive continuous improvement in data quality, reporting accuracy, and analytical rigor across the supply chain organization.
• Own the creation of high-impact executive presentations, including QBR/SBR materials, strategic updates, board-level content, and operational reviews.
• Translate complex datasets into compelling narratives that influence decisions at the VP and C-suite level.
• Ensure alignment, consistency, and quality across all reporting artifacts, acting as a gatekeeper for executive-facing materials.
• Support the CPO in preparing strategic briefings, talking points, and insights for internal and external engagements.
• Serve as an operational right hand to the CPO, helping prioritize initiatives, streamline workflows, and ensure organizational alignment.
• Lead planning and execution for cross-functional meetings, supplier summits, workshops, and strategic offsites—including agenda design, content development, and logistics.
• Manage complex calendars, stakeholder coordination, and high-visibility engagements with precision and discretion.
• Support ad-hoc strategic projects, research initiatives, and operational problem-solving across the supply chain organization.
• Leverage Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and other productivity tools to enhance team efficiency and reporting quality.
• Maintain and continuously improve shared resources, templates, and documentation repositories.
• Identify and implement process improvements that streamline reporting cycles, increase transparency, and elevate operational performance.
• Partner with IT, data teams, and system owners to enhance analytics capabilities and optimize ERP or procurement system workflows.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, operations, business analysis, or a related analytical field.
• Proven ability to operate in a high-growth, high-expectation environment, ideally within tech, manufacturing, or complex global supply chains.
• Advanced analytical skills with strong proficiency in Excel, data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.), and KPI development.
• Demonstrated excellence in building polished, executive-ready presentations and strategic narratives.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and deadlines.
• Experience supporting senior executives or leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and flexing across strategic and tactical responsibilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with supplier management, strategic sourcing, or procurement operations.
• Familiarity with QBR/SBR frameworks and supplier governance models.
• Exposure to ERP or supply chain systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, NetSuite, etc.).
• Project coordination, PMO experience, or background in operational program management.
• Ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.

Working Conditions

• In office, desk work.
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing, and walking.
• All employees are required to follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
• Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of ISO 9000, 9001, 14001, and/or other applicable standards within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to Coherent’s ICARE values in all aspects of your role:

• Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
• Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
• Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
• Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work