Supply Chain Analyst

Job Responsibilities:Own vendor relationships end to end, including onboarding, performance evaluation, and contract renewal.Lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate pricing and terms, and drive cost savings across the supplier base.Direct inventory planning and replenishment strategy to balance availability against carrying cost.Oversee the full purchase order lifecycle, from issuance through delivery reconciliation.Resolve escalated vendor disputes, delivery failures, and quality issues.Evaluate and select suppliers based on cost, reliability, and risk, presenting recommendations to leadership.Ensure supply chain records and processes meet internal audit and compliance standards.Track and report supply chain KPIs, including cost variance, on-time delivery, and vendor performance.Identify and implement process improvements across sourcing, inventory, and vendor management workflows.Guide and review the work of junior coordinators supporting supply chain operations.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.5-7 years of relevant experience in supply chain or vendor/sourcing operations, with demonstrated ownership of supplier relationships.Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (Yardi, Oracle, or similar); advanced MS Excel required.Proven negotiation skills and a track record of measurable cost savings.Strong attention to detail, sound judgment under pressure, and clear stakeholder communication.Technical Skills: Deep understanding of sourcing strategy, purchase order lifecycle management, and vendor risk assessment.Software Skills: Advanced MS Excel; hands-on ERP experience (Yardi, Oracle, or similar) required.Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze cost and performance data to drive supplier decisions and identify savings opportunities.Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate with vendors and influence internal stakeholders.Seniority Level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment Type: Full-timeJob Functions: Purchasing, Supply Chain, OperationsSkills: Microsoft Excel, Vendor Management, Supply Chain Strategy, Negotiation