Description:
Arctic Cat is hiring a Supply Chain Analyst to support both strategic sourcing initiatives and tactical, day-to-day operational execution. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to drive visibility, accountability, and performance throughout the supply base. This position is located in Thief River Falls, MN.
Primary Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain datasets and analytical tools that support sourcing strategy, procurement operations, supplier performance, and material availability using Excel and Power BI.
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Analyze cost, quality, delivery, and capacity data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities across the supply chain.
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Support multi-year strategic sourcing and contracting initiatives, including bid package development, supplier analysis.
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Build supplier roadmaps, supplier accountability metrics, and capacity planning models to drive visibility and supplier performance.
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Lead initiatives focused on cost reduction, supply continuity, and operational excellence.
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Establish datasets and packages for strategic contracting.
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Identify and implement strategies for cost out opportunities.
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Provide mentorship to analysts to help others develop sourcing and procurement skills and knowledge.
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Serve as a resource for other analysts, providing guidance, mentorship, and support in sourcing and procurement best practices.
Requirements:
- Supply Chain experience or training required, including experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or operational improvement initiatives.
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
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Software Knowledge: Oracle or SAP, MRP systems helpful.
Expertise:
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Must bring analytical and problem-solving skills, and be able to interpret complex data and translate insights into action.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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Strong communication, collaboration, and project coordination skills.
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Experience with supplier management, contracting, procurement systems, or supply chain analytics preferred.
