TITLE: Supply Chain Forecast Analyst
POSITION TYPE: Full Time (W2)
LOCATION: Ridgefield Park, NJ
ABOUT
WorldLink:
WorldLink
is a rapidly growing information technology company at
the forefront of the tech transformation. From custom
software development to cloud hosting, from big data
to cognitive computing, we help companies harness
and leverage today’s most cutting-edge digital
technologies to create value and grow.
Collaborative. Respectful. Work hard Play hard. A place to
dream and do. These are just a few words that describe
what life is like at WorldLink. We embrace a culture of
experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and
learning.
We take
pride in our employees and their future with continued
growth and career advancement. We put TEAM first. We are a
competitive group that like to win. We're grounded by
humility and driven by ambition. We're passionate, and
we love tough problems and new challenges. You don't
hear a lot of "I don't know how" or "I
can't" at WorldLink. If you are passionate about
what you do and having fun while doing it; tired of rigid
and strict work environments and would like to work in a
non-bureaucratic startup cultural environment, WorldLink may
be the place for you.
For more
information about our craft, visit
https://worldlink-us.com
.
WHO
we’re looking for:
We are
looking for a Supply Chain Forecast Analyst who will be responsible for working with the Team Lead to manage a specific range of
reports or projects while working closely with the other SCM Planners. You will also
manage tactical projects on behalf of the entire Supply Chain Team, and
generate reports for internal Customers and Executive Management.
The Supply Chain
Team is responsible for ensuring product availability to meet forecasted demand
by the Sales Subsidiary. Forecasts are
generated via consensus calls with Sales Teams, Marketing Teams, and with the Global Operations Center and tracked using spreadsheets, SAP, Tableau,
Alteryx ,and internal Systems and Tools.
Role
and Responsibilities:
- Improved SCM Operation and Forecast Accuracy
- Provide
Monthly snapshot of demand forecast and major SCM KPIs by total and product
level.
- Analytically
bridge the gap between planning and execution on a weekly basis.
- Identify
the main root cause of failures for each step of operation and Implement each
cadence with all counterparts.
- Drive
operational requirements for new technology segments for the Display product
group.
- Reduced
Potential Stock-Outs
- Provide
a List of Top Opportunities for review during internal meetings to ensure AP1
forecasts are entered (and orders placed to commits) to optimize WoS Stocking
factoring in validated Opportunities.
- Provide
a Standardized Report for B2B CPFR Team to review with Tier 2 / Tier 3 Sales
Teams or Distributors as required.
- Improved
Consensus between Sales/SCM/Marketing/Logistics
- Improve
collaboration and support to mitigate the target gap.
- Monitor
major SCM projects and ensure each progress on a weekly basis.
Required Experience and Education:
- Minimum
5 years of work experience in a relevant field (Forecasting, Demand Planning,
Metrics, Reporting).
- Undergraduate Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or
similar.
- Data Analysis / Project lead experience
(using excel / SAP/ Tableau / Alteryx).
Necessary Skills and Attributes:
-
Self-motivated
individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or
independent environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong
organization skills.
- Ability to work in a
fast-paced environment.
- Limited supervision
and the exercise of discretion.
- Excellent
Analytical and Computer Skills.
- High
proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Office Suite.
- Excellent
Communication skills (written, verbal).
- Must
be comfortable working in a multi-cultural business environment.
- Must
be available to work overtime if business need requires.
Physical Demands:
The
physical demands described here are representative of
those that must be met by contract employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While
performing the duties of this job, the contract employee is
occasionally required to stand, clean, crawl, kneel, sit,
sort, hold, squat, stoop, stand, twist the body, walk, use
hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or
controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders
and scaffolding, talk or hear, and lift up to 20 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include
ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the
eye. Operate a computer keyboard and view a video display
terminal between 50% - 95% of work time, including prolonged
periods of time. Requires considerable (90% ) work utilizing
high visual acuity/detail, numeric/character distinction, and
moderate hand/finger dexterity.
Performs
work under time schedules and stress which are normally
periodic or cyclical, including time sensitive deadlines,
intellectual challenge, some language barriers, and project
management deadlines. May require working additional time
beyond normal schedule and periodic travel.
WHAT
we’ll bring:
During
your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the
details of our industry-competitive benefits and career
development opportunities. A few highlights
include:
-
Medical
Plans
- Dental
Plans
- Vision Plan
- Life &
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Short-Term
Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness/ Accident/ Hospital Indemnity/ Identity
Theft Protection
- 401(k)
WHAT
you should know:
Our
success begins and ends with our people. We embrace
diverse perspectives and value unique human
experiences. WorldLink is an Equal Employment
Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment
at WorldLink is decided on the basis of
qualifications, merit, and business need. We endeavor
to continue our footprint as a diverse organization by
highlighting opportunities for all people. WorldLink
considers applicants for all positions without regard to
race, color, religion or belief, sex, (including pregnancy and
gender identity), age, national origin, political affiliation,
citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status,
genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity,
physical or mental disability or any other characteristic
protected by applicable laws. People with disabilities who need
assistance with any part of the application process should
contact us.
This
job description is designed to cover the main responsibilities
and duties of the role but is not designed to be a
comprehensive list of all.