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Operations Analyst Supply Chain

Club Assist Pty, Charlotte, NC, United States


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Operations Analyst Supply Chain
Full Time Charlotte, NC, US

Job Summary
The Operations Analyst- Supply Chain plays a critical role in supporting day-to-day execution within an automotive supply chain environment while also providing analytical and administrative support to senior leadership. This role is highly hands‑on and ideal for someone who thrives in structured, detail‑intensive work, enjoys improving manual processes, and acts as a bridge between Supply Chain and Finance.

The position combines purchase order execution, reporting and data analysis, cross‑functional coordination, and executive‑level administrative support. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with complex financial and operational data and motivated to continuously identify opportunities for efficiency and automation.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Duties/Responsibilities
Supply Chain Operations Support

Create, manage, and maintain purchase orders in ERP systems ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls.

Support daily and weekly supply chain execution activities, including order tracking, supplier follow‑ups, and issue resolution.

Assist with demand, inventory, and cost‑related reporting in support of supply chain planning and decision‑making.

Partner with supply chain team members to document and standardize recurring manual processes.

Reporting, Data & Process Improvement

Develop and maintain Excel‑based reports and trackers to support supply chain and finance needs.

Leverage advanced Excel functionality (pivot tables, formulas, lookups, queries) to analyze operational and financial data.

Identify manual, repetitive tasks and assist in designing improved or automated solutions in collaboration with IT, Finance, or Analytics teams.

Create and maintain automations to streamline routine tasks, improve accuracy, and reduce manual workload.

Validate data accuracy across systems and reports to support informed business decisions.

Finance Collaboration

Act as a key liaison between Supply Chain and Finance

Assist with highly detailed and complex finance‑related processes, learning and executing procedures that require precision and consistency.

Support month‑end and quarter‑end activities related to supply chain financial data.

Executive Administrative Support

Provide administrative and analytical support to the Vice President and Senior Vice President, including:

Preparing reports, presentations, and briefing materials

Managing data requests and follow‑ups

Coordinating meetings, agendas, and action items as needed

Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Act as a trusted support partner, helping senior leaders stay organized and informed.

Core Competencies
Operations (Example – Pull from Competency Mapping Worksheet)

Contract Negotiation

– Effectively prepares for and negotiates agreements that align with business goals, mitigate risk, and foster positive relationships with vendors, clients, and partners.

Cost Control

– Monitors and manages expenses to ensure resources are used efficiently and budgets are maintained or optimized.

Logistics Planning

– Coordinates the movement, storage, and delivery of goods or services to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and cost‑effectiveness.

Product Lifecycle Management

– Oversees a product’s journey from development to retirement, optimizing cost and performance.

Supplier Relations

– Builds and maintains partnerships with suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and alignment with goals.

Contract Negotiation

– Effectively prepares for and negotiates agreements that align with business goals, mitigate risk, and foster positive relationships with vendors, clients, and partners.

Leadership

Adaptability

– Demonstrates openness to change and new ideas. Adjusts effectively to evolving work requirements and responds constructively to new situations.

Decision‑Making/Judgment

– Makes thoughtful, well‑informed decisions that balance short‑ and long‑term impact.

Emotional Intelligence

– Demonstrates self‑awareness, empathy, and social awareness to build trust, manage emotions effectively, and foster positive, collaborative relationships.

Follow Through

– Demonstrates reliability by taking responsibility, solving problems, and completing tasks through all stages.

Problem Solving

– Identifies issues and implements effective, timely solutions.

Training Skills

– Trains new hires and peers with clarity, engagement, and constructive feedback.

Adaptability

– Demonstrates openness to change and new ideas. Adjusts effectively to evolving work requirements and responds constructively to new situations.

Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
Required

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

2–4 years of experience in a supply chain, operations, finance support, or analytical role, preferably in an automotive environment.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, macros, and data manipulation.

Experience working with purchase orders, financial data, or ERP systems.

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Strong analytical thinking skills and process improvement mindset.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

Ability to navigate stairs within the office.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Ability to use standard office equipment such as a computer, keyboard, and mouse.

Occasional lifting of office supplies and materials.

Travel

Minimal travel required, depending on business needs and specific role requirements.

Office‑based role with a majority of time spent on a computer.

Participation in virtual meetings.

Standard office environment with typical office noise levels.

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