Supply Chain Analyst I - Kimball International Jasper IN

The ideal candidate would be located within a 30-to-45-mile radius of the Jasper, IN area as this position does not offer a relocation package.

The Analyst I, Supply Chain is responsible for supporting supply chain operations by managing supplier performance, ensuring parts availability, and resolving supply disruptions for North American operations. This role leverages data analytics, problem-solving skills, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency. Proficiency in Microsoft platforms, and strong communication abilities are essential for leading meetings, supporting projects, and facilitating informed decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and ensure compliance of assigned supplier partners, monitoring performance
• Generate POs, track order status, and follow up to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials, managing invoice exceptions and supply disruptions
• Interpret and utilize data to support decision-making and identify trends or areas for improvement.
• Participate in problem-solving efforts and suggest process improvements to enhance supply chain performance.
• Contribute to projects with internal stakeholders to align on supply chain activities and ability to lead cross-functional meetings
• Own the SCAR process to ensure timely resolution of supplier quality or delivery issues.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to manage supply transitions and phase-outs of parts or suppliers with minimal disruption.
• Compile data and present findings or updates to management and cross-functional teams.
• Efficient at Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Participate in activities as appropriate to ensure the success of the organization

Skills to Perform This Role:

Interpersonal Skills

• Possess a high degree of integrity
• Flexible, tactful, assertive, patient
• Ability to build and sustain relationships
• Able to give balanced feedback
• Team oriented/able to work cross functionally
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Customer Centric Focus
• Ability to be creative
• Able to work effectively with diverse groups
• Ability to keep humor in the workplace
• Positive attitude

Communication Skills

• Effective listener
• Effective written and verbal communications
• Ability to communicate complex issues
• Use of proper grammar
• Proper phone etiquette

Leadership Skills

• Able to make sound, fact-based decisions weighing all aspects of a situation
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-managed and motivated
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Desire to grow professionally and interpersonally

Business Skills

• Strong and effective communicator, written and verbal, including but not limited to writing reports, meetings, email, and phone communications preferred
• Ability to identify and resolve problems by being resourceful and actionable required
• Has working knowledge and/or familiarity with the organizational functions preferred
• History of effectively working in a team environment and building professional relationships preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of organizational mission and acts accordingly required

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge and familiarity in Microsoft Office applications

Qualifications:

• Experience in working on cross functional teams

Educational

• Bachelor's degree is preferred, with at least 1 year of relevant experience
• Alternatively, at least 3 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree