Supply Chain Analyst

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The Supply Chain Analyst is a vital contributor to the planning and execution of sourcing initiatives, offering essential analytical support to drive informed decision-making across the team. By collecting, interpreting, and presenting data, the analyst helps optimize the supply chain network through data-driven strategies that enhance team performance and reduce costs within assigned categories—ultimately supporting the overall success of the procurement function.

This role also involves researching market trends, identifying optimal pricing opportunities, and supporting supplier negotiations to secure the best possible value for the organization. In addition, the analyst will play a key role in advancing sustainability efforts by providing reporting and insights aligned with the company's long-term business objectives.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Category Leads in strategic sourcing initiatives by analyzing relevant spend data and identifying both incumbent and potential new suppliers during the RFP process. Contribute to the development of benchmarking analyses by consolidating large datasets from multiple sources and preparing executive-level presentations for senior management.
• Create and utilize in-depth analytical tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau) to facilitate issue resolution, decision-making, execution oversight, and monitoring of market trends.
• Generate and manage monthly reports containing key information required by internal stakeholders.
• Design and implement methods for gathering and managing supply chain data effectively to support continuous improvement and standardization.
• Review and analyze data to pinpoint areas of waste in the supply chain process and develop strategies for improvement.
• Maintain professional and amicable relationships with internal/external stakeholders while promoting company initiatives and values.
• Spearhead the campaign for evaluating supplier performance.
• Perform ad-hoc research and analysis, offering expertise to support Procurement in making data-driven decisions.
• Support and influence business and financial planning processes, leveraging lean concepts and Six Sigma tools to develop and effectively implement advanced supply chain solutions, processes, and systems improvements.
• Continuously seek to enhance all aspects of the supply chain department by reviewing current methodologies and processes.

EDUCATION

Required:  Bachelor’s degree in finance, supply chain, statistics or mathematics.

EXPERIENCE

Skill Required:

• Conduct business with the highest degree of ethical standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office tools (Advanced Excel Level) - Essential for data cleaning, analysis, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and other complex formulas.
• Experience in Power BI and Tableau - For creating interactive dashboards and visualizing supply chain metrics and KPIs.
• ERP systems knowledge (Oracle experience preferred).
• 1-5 years of related experience (Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain).
• Demonstrate credibility, competence, and the ability to influence.
• Self-motivated and curious, with a willingness and strong desire to learn.
• Comprehensive understanding of all key aspects of supply chain processes.
• Results-oriented individual with strong analytical skills who is able to transform data into actionable insights to facilitate the decision-making process.
• Outstanding ability to conceptualize large-scale projects and anticipate challenges and needs that must be addressed.

Silgan Plastics is a drug-free workplace. 

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER (Non-Canada) 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER – Canada 
 
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. 
 
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan endeavors to provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties as long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the company’s operations and does not pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others. 
 
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
 
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Employment is always subject to the Silgan’s rights as employer, including the right to end employment in accordance with Provincial Law.
 
Silgan is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to any ground protected under Provincial human rights laws. 
 
Silgan is a drug-free workplace.