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102296BR

Job Title:

Supply Chain Analyst - Kennesaw, GA

Department/Function:

Logistics, Transportation,Warehousing, Supply Chain

Job Description:

Supply Chain Analyst - Kennesaw, GA

The Supply Chain Analyst I is a key role within the Supply Chain Team, responsible for driving operational excellence and contributing to strategic supply chain initiatives. This position requires a high level of accountability, analytical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize the flow of materials, manage supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

The Supply Chain Analyst I will focus on inventory management, purchasing, vendor coordination, and data-driven initiatives to improve processes, mitigate risks, and support long-term business objectives. This exempt, salaried position is designed for a professional with the ability to influence decisions, solve complex challenges, and contribute to the overall success of the supply chain function.

Responsibilities

Strategic Purchasing and Inventory Management

+ Manage the daily purchasing of raw materials, packaging, and other critical supplies to support production and operational goals.

+ Monitor inventory levels and implement proactive strategies to maintain optimal stock levels, minimize obsolescence, and reduce carrying costs.

+ Lead the resolution of purchase order discrepancies, including vendor errors or incorrect receipts, with minimal supervision.

+ Analyze purchasing patterns and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and increased efficiency.

Vendor Relationship and Performance Management

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent, high-quality service and on-time delivery.

+ Coordinate with vendors to address delays, quality issues, or other challenges impacting production or operations.

+ Track and report supplier performance metrics, including delivery reliability, quality standards, and responsiveness, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Data-Driven Analysis and Reporting

+ Conduct advanced data analysis to evaluate supply chain performance, forecast RM demand, and identify trends or areas for improvement.

+ Design and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs), including inventory turnover, purchasing cycle times, and cost savings initiatives.

+ Present findings and recommendations to leadership to support data-driven decision-making.

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Process Improvement

+ Collaborate with production, logistics, quality, and finance teams to ensure alignment on supply chain priorities and objectives.

+ Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects focused on process optimization, cost reduction, and supply chain resilience.

+ Act as a subject matter expert for supply chain systems, processes, and tools, providing training and support to team members as needed.

+ Support the implementation of new technologies and systems to improve operational efficiency and accuracy.

Project Leadership and Risk Mitigation

+ Lead or contribute to supply chain initiatives such as inventory optimization, supplier qualification, and purchasing strategy development.

+ Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.

+ Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and recommending innovative solutions.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering or a related field is required

+ 3 years of related work experience required.

+ Advanced certifications such as APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) a plus.

Skills and Competencies

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and develop actionable insights.

+ Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros).

+ Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

+ Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

+ Demonstrated ability to lead or contribute to cross-functional teams and projects.

Physical Demands

+ This position requires the ability to work in a variety of conditions such as an office environment and indoors/outdoors, as well as physical demands such as standing, kneeling, and sitting for prolonged periods of time.

+ Must be able to operate a computer and other relevant office equipment for prolonged periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Req/Job ID:

102296BR

City:

Kennesaw

State:

GA - Georgia

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About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

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Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

+ **Physical wellness** – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

+ **Financial wellness** – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

+ **Mental and social wellness** – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

+ Paid time off including paid holidays.

+ Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

+ Tuition assistance.

+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

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$54,700.00 - $100,100.00