Data Analyst
Department: Operations & Supply Chain
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Columbia, PA - Plant
Description
ASC Engineered Solutions is seeking a Data Analyst, a high‑impact, operations‑focused role supporting supply chain excellence across our Columbia, PA, manufacturing operations.
If you're a driven Supply Chain professional with a passion for operational performance, cost analytics, and data‑driven decision‑making, this is your opportunity to influence the future of a dynamic, evolving business. As a key financial partner to plant leadership, you’ll go beyond reporting, you’ll shape decisions, improve performance, and unlock value across the plant. Your insights will directly support profitability, operational agility, and long‑term growth.
Join a company that values innovation, accountability, and operational excellence. At ASC Engineered Solutions, your impact will be felt on the shop floor, in leadership discussions, and across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement
- Collaborate with procurement, production, engineering, and other functions to align material planning with build schedules
- Monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and recommend optimal stocking strategies for all products
- Support supplier performance management by tracking delivery timelines, quality metrics, and pricing trends
- Develop and maintain reports and dashboards related to inventory, lead times, and supplier reliability
- Assist in the development of sourcing strategies for critical materials
- Identify risks in the supply chain (e.g., shortages, delays) and propose mitigation plans
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline logistics, warehousing, and production flow
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or logistics
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, coding); experience with Power BI, ERP/MRP systems required
- Familiarity with manufacturing environments
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
