SC Planning Analyst - Control Tower

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Entry Level Supply Chain Analyst or Graduate Trainee to join our dynamic team. This role will focus on Control Tower driving proactive & preventive actions for the upstream supply chain. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate or early career professional with a passion for supply chain management and a keen interest in developing talent and skills frameworks.

1. Upstream CT Process
   o    Develop Control Tower work process for Upstream Supply Chain
   o    Data-driven auto-alerts as they happen to proactively prevent impact to Service / Cash / Cost results
   o    Support the Planning team on upstream data analysis from time to time
2. Collaboration
   o    Develop a communication network with upstream planners / buyers
   o    Drive daily stand-up reviews for impacted supply chains
   o    Support the central KPI team with monthly reports on the upstream supply chain
3. Data-driven Insights
   o    Weekly reporting of KPI performance and gap analysis
   o    Alerting to a change in trend for any of the supply chains
   o    Analyse assessment results and provide insights to management
4. Tech Development
   o    Contribute to the creation of dashboards led by the SC Analytics team
   o    Assist in identifying relevant Upstream analytics & insights training
   o    Track and report on training effectiveness and completion, Communication
   o    Assist in aligning KPI competencies with business objectives and integrating them into various reports
   o    Reporting out top performers across different BUs, supported with progress trend charts
   o    Driving gap analysis from BU planners/buyers via input tool and summarizing gaps/action plans via a cadence

What your background should look like:

WHAT DO WE NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• 0-2 years of experience in supply chain or a related field (internships and co-op experiences are valuable)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Keen interest in talent development and skills management
• Familiarity with supply chain processes and terminology
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Understanding of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Analytical thinking and data interpretation
• Project management and organization
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Creativity and innovation in problem-solving

Competencies