Business Analyst Supply Chain Transformation
Ascentt - Plano
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Business Analyst Supply Chain Transformation
Ascentt is building cutting-edge data analytics & AI/ML solutions for global automotive and manufacturing leaders. We turn enterprise data into real-time decisions using advanced machine learning and GenAI. Our team solves hard engineering problems at scale, with real-world industry impact. Were hiring passionate builders to shape the future of industrial intelligence.
Mission
Drive impactful supply chain transformation by using analysis, technology, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable improvements in operational efficiency, data visibility, and digitalization across our global network.
Outcomes
What must this role achieve in a measurable way in its first year?
Conduct comprehensive supply chain process analysis and identify at least 5 key inefficiencies and opportunities for transformation within 3 months.
Gather and document full business requirements from all core supply chain functions (procurement, logistics, manufacturing, distribution) for at least 2 major transformation projects within 6 months.
Deliver detailed as-is and to-be process documentation and gap analyses for at least 2 areas by end of the second quarter.
Design and implement at least 3 new KPIs/dashboards that track supply chain performance and transformation progress within 4 months.
Support a successful digital system rollout (e.g., ERP or analytics) by ensuring all data migration, validation, and user acceptance testing are completed on time and with >98% data accuracy.
Facilitate 2 or more cross-functional workshops or trainings on supply chain process changes and data utilization within 6 months.
Maintain clear and regular progress communication to at least 90% of identified stakeholders, ensuring alignment and engagement throughout project delivery.
What characterizes someone who will excel in this role?
Analytical Mindset: Expert at root cause analysis, extracting insights from complex data, and building clear, actionable recommendations.
Technical Fluency: Proficient with supply chain systems (ERP, planning, analytics tools), and advanced skills in Excel, Power BI/Tableau, Visio/Lucidchart.
Process Orientation: Adept at mapping, analyzing, and optimizing end-to-end supply chain business processes and documentation.
Project Delivery: Can manage multiple initiatives, timelines, and resources, delivering transformation projects to scope, time, and quality.
Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent communicator and facilitator, able to synthesize and convey technical or business requirements to varied audiences; strong at managing relationships and expectations.
Change Leadership: Proactively supports adoption of new systems/processes through effective training and change management.
Attention to Detail: Maintains high standards in requirement documentation, data validation, and report creation.
Continuous Improvement Mindset: Takes initiative to seek feedback and drive ongoing process optimization.
(Optional: Experience & Technical Requirements)
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Masters, MBA, or certifications a plus)
35 years relevant experience in supply chain analysis, transformation, or ERP implementation
Proven use of data analysis, documentation, and process improvement methods/tools
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