Supplier Operations Analyst chez Signature Solar

Supplier Operations Analyst

Job Description

The Supplier Operations Analyst serves as the analytical and operational backbone of the Vendor Relations and Product Strategy organization. This role supports data-driven decision-making across supplier performance, purchasing, and forecasting functions by gathering, analyzing, and visualizing key metrics related to cost, delivery, inventory, and vendor reliability.

The Analyst works cross-functionally with Supplier Business Managers, Procurement, Planning, Finance, and Sales to ensure all supplier and purchasing decisions are supported by accurate, actionable data. This position plays a critical role in strengthening Signature Solar’s supplier accountability, profitability, and sourcing strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Data & Reporting

• Develop, maintain, and automate dashboards and reports tracking supplier performance KPIs, including delivery reliability, pricing and cost trends, lead time adherence, and quality metrics.
• Consolidate and analyze supplier spend data to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Build visual tools (Excel, Domo, or Power BI) that allow leadership to easily interpret supplier data and performance over time.
• Support quarterly supplier business reviews (QBRs) with up-to-date analytics, performance summaries, and trend reports.

Forecasting, Sales Channel Integration, and Procurement Support

• Partner with the Demand Planner to align forecasts with actual supplier deliveries and lead times.
• Collaborate with all sales channels (Strategic, Retail, and E-Commerce) to collect, validate, and interpret forecast data for procurement decisions.
• Analyze Salesforce pipeline data, sales trends, and promotional plans to identify purchasing priorities and inventory risks.
• Communicate forecast variance findings and demand trends to Supplier Business Managers and Procurement for action.
• Provide Procurement with vendor capacity data and historical trends for timing and replenishment planning.
• Participate in Monthly Forecast Review (MFR) meetings to support alignment between Sales, Demand Planning, and Vendor Relations.
• Recommend procurement adjustments based on changing sales dynamics, inventory levels, or supplier constraints.

Margin & Category Analysis

• Collaborate with Supplier Business Managers to track category-level margin performance and cost competitiveness.
• Conduct SKU-level velocity and profitability analysis to inform product strategy and stocking decisions.
• Identify underperforming products, pricing inefficiencies, or vendor gaps that impact profitability.
• Present insights to the Director to support strategic sourcing and supplier optimization.

Supplier & Compliance Support

• Assist with tracking of domestic content, FEOC documentation, and other supplier compliance requirements.
• Maintain supplier scorecards and action trackers following QBRs.
• Support communication and coordination with vendors on data requests or KPI clarifications.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Supplier data accuracy ≥ 95%
• Forecast accuracy and variance improvement over time (target <10%)
• QBR reporting completion and accuracy (100%)
• Cost reduction or margin improvement tracking (quarterly)
• Dashboard/report delivery timeliness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or Data Analytics.
• 2–4 years of experience in supply chain analytics, procurement, or vendor management.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and Salesforce (required).
• Experience with Domo or other data visualization tools (preferred).
• Detail-oriented and process-driven with strong organizational and follow-through skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).

Key Traits

• Analytical and curious, with a passion for solving problems using data.
• Proactive in identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborative team player comfortable working cross-functionally.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Signature Solar Perks:

• Medical. 

• Dental. 

• Vision. 

• Supplemental life.

• PTO.

• 401(K).

• Company-branded merchandise.

• Community events.

• Company-funded continued education opportunities.

• Discounts and perks through locally owned businesses.

EEO Statement:

• Signature Solar is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.