Predictive Planning & Inventory Analyst
Core
Coordinates material purchasing, demand forecasting, and inventory control to optimize supply chain operations for key product lines in a manufacturing environment.
Role type
Mid-level supply chain analyst (predictive planning & inventory)
Builds
Optimized inventory levels, accurate demand forecasts, and automated purchasing workflows for steel and metal products.
Domain
Manufacturing (steel mill, metal service center, fabrication) + Supply Chain Analytics
Deliverable
production ML models | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Demand forecasting, inventory control, S&OP alignment, ERP systems, data analysis, root cause analysis, process optimization, machine learning algorithms, predictive modeling
Preferred skills
Steel/metal industry experience, AI-driven forecasting, workflow automation, custom AI assistant development
Technologies
ERP systems, Google Suite, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Analyze delivery certainty for large projects; lead demand planning cycles and maintain rolling forecasts; monitor on-hand/in-transit materials and flag stock risks; maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and reconciliations; design and implement machine learning models to optimize inventory and forecast demand; publish KPI reports and dashboards on replenishment and supplier performance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
