Supply Chain Analyst
About the role
Job Summary
Supply Chain Analyst
Flex North
Materials Manager.
What a typical day looks like
- Act as the primary interface between customers, suppliers, and internal teams for strategic material management, ensuring supply continuity and supporting business objectives.
- Drive sourcing, pricing, and cost reduction initiatives, including material quotations, component cost management, PPV/RPPV optimization, and margin improvement activities.
- Develop and implement supply assurance, inventory optimization, and flexibility plans to mitigate shortages, reduce excess inventory, and improve overall supply chain performance.
- Support new product introductions (NPI), customer reconciliations, and business growth initiatives while addressing material cost, freight, NCNR, and excess & obsolete inventory matters.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, support contract negotiations, monitor supplier performance and lead times, and collaborate with regional and global commodity teams.
- Analyze market trends, component availability, and supply chain performance metrics to provide data-driven recommendations and support strategic decision-making.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), turnkey business growth, and other programs that improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
The experience we’re looking to add to our team
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Commodity Management, Materials Management, Procurement, or related areas.
- Strong understanding of: • Electronic component markets and industry trends.
- Cost accounting and financial analysis.
- Supply chain planning and inventory management.
- OEM and Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environments.
- Experience supporting customer-facing supply chain or sourcing activities.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business reporting tools.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced global manufacturing environment.
- Advanced English.
What you will receive for the excellent work you deliver
- Competitive salary
- Life and medical insurance
- Christmas bonus
- Food vouchers
- Savings fund
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Job Category Global Procurement & Supply Chain
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