Supply Chain Analyst — 0–3 Years / Freshers Welcome

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Entry Level

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join our growing operations team. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and professionals with 0–3 years of experience who are interested in supply chain management, logistics, inventory planning, procurement, demand planning, and data analysis.

The candidate will analyze supply chain data, support inventory and planning activities, monitor operational performance, and work with cross-functional teams to improve supply chain efficiency.

Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain, inventory, procurement, and logistics data.
• Monitor inventory levels, product availability, and supply requirements.
• Assist with demand forecasting and supply planning activities.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to track supply chain KPIs.
• Identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Support purchasing and procurement activities.
• Analyze supplier performance, lead times, and delivery metrics.
• Assist with inventory optimization and replenishment planning.
• Monitor shipments and coordinate with logistics teams.
• Maintain accurate supply chain data and documentation.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, warehouse, manufacturing, and logistics teams.
• Assist with resolving supply and inventory-related issues.
• Perform ad hoc analysis using Excel and other analytical tools.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
• Supply Chain Management
• Supply Chain Analytics
• Logistics
• Operations Management
• Industrial Engineering
• Business Analytics
• Business Administration
• Operations Research
• Data Analytics
• Economics
• Engineering
• or a related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Basic understanding of supply chain and business operations.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Required Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Supply Chain Analytics
• Microsoft Excel
• Data Analysis
• Inventory Management
• Demand Planning
• Supply Planning
• Logistics
• Procurement
• Reporting

Preferred Skills

• Power BI
• Tableau
• SQL
• SAP
• Oracle
• ERP Systems
• Forecasting
• Inventory Optimization
• Warehouse Management
• Transportation Management
• Power Query
• Advanced Excel
• Statistical Analysis
• Supplier Management
• Procurement Analytics

Soft Skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Organization
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Willingness to Learn

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Analytics, Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, Business Administration, Operations Research, Data Analytics, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

0–3 Years

Freshers / Recent Graduates Welcome