Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst

Maplewood, MN 55144

Duration: 12+ Months

Pay rate: $25- $28/Hr.

Job Description:

The company is seeking a highly analytical and driven Enterprise Supply Chain Business Analyst (Contract) to support the Indirect Spend (MRO) space. This role plays a critical part in optimizing supply chain performance through advanced data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and engagement with third-party vendors and partners.

The ideal candidate will leverage enterprise systems such as:

• SAP
• IBM Maximo
• PeopleSoft

The role also requires the use of modern analytics tools including:

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Power BI
• Snowflake

These tools will be used to generate actionable insights that improve inventory accuracy, reduce costs, and drive operational efficiency. Strong communication skills are essential to effectively partner with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze MRO stockroom and indirect spend data across enterprise platforms including SAP, SAMS/MAXIMO, and PeopleSoft
• Extract, transform, and analyze complex datasets using Excel, Power BI, Snowflake, and other analytics tools
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to support supply chain and procurement decision-making
• Partner with internal teams (Supply Chain, Procurement, Maintenance, Operations) to align insights with business objectives
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with third-party vendors and service providers to address data discrepancies, performance issues, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support system data integrity efforts, audits, and inventory reconciliation processes
• Deliver recurring and ad hoc analysis to stakeholders

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Supply Chain
• Business Analytics
• Finance
• Engineering
• Information Systems
• Related field
• 2+ years of experience in:
• Supply chain
• Procurement
• MRO stockroom
• Indirect spend analysis
• 2+ years of experience working with enterprise systems such as:
• SAP
• MAXIMO (SAMS)
• PeopleSoft
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including:
• Pivot tables
• Advanced formulas
• Data analysis
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively work with internal teams and external vendors/partners

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building dashboards and visualizations in Microsoft Power BI
• Familiarity with Snowflake or other cloud-based data platforms
• Knowledge of MRO inventory and indirect procurement processes
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Demonstrated ability to translate data into actionable business insights
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset

Key Competencies

• Data-driven decision making
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
• Vendor and partner collaboration
• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Process improvement and operational excellence

Work Environment

• Hybrid of office and remote

Additional Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Access skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Advanced Python skills
• AI skills

Benefits:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.