New Homes Supply Chain Analyst

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We’re looking for a detail-driven and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join our fast-paced team. This position plays a key role in driving operational excellence across procurement, data analysis, material planning, and field inventory management. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with advanced Excel expertise and hands-on experience using ERP/MRP systems. In this role, you’ll manage purchasing activities, track and optimize field inventory, maintain accurate data across systems, and provide outstanding support to both internal stakeholders and external partners. You’ll thrive here if you’re eager to bring structure, insight, and efficiency to every part of the supply chain process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Buying

- Manage day-to-day purchasing operations, including creating, issuing, and tracking purchase orders (POs) to ensure on-time material delivery.

- Evaluate and monitor supplier performance for delivery accuracy and quality; proactively resolve shortages, discrepancies, or delays.

- Partner with vendors to obtain quotes, confirm pricing, negotiate terms, and expedite urgent orders.

Analysis & Material Planning

- Analyze demand forecasts, sales trends, and usage data to develop and maintain accurate material requirements plans (MRP) within the ERP system.

- Anticipate and mitigate potential supply chain risks such as shortages, excess inventory, or delivery of bottlenecks.

- Conduct root-cause analysis on issues like stock-outs or backorders and implement corrective actions.

- Prepare and maintain KPI dashboards for metrics such as inventory turns, on-time delivery, and purchase price variance.

Data & ERP Management

- Maintain and ensure the accuracy of ERP master data, including item masters, vendor details, pricing, and lead times.

- Perform routine data audits to uphold integrity and consistency across systems.

- Serve as a subject matter expert for ERP purchasing and inventory modules, supporting cross-functional data needs.

Inventory & Field Material Management

- Collaborate with field teams, project managers, and trade partners to track and manage material flow from warehouse to field.

- Support inventory control functions, including cycle counts, reconciliations, and physical inventory audits.

- Investigate and resolve inventory variances in partnership with Operations, Finance, and vendor teams.

Collaboration & Customer Service

- Act as a central point of contact for Operations, Finance, Engineering, and trade partners regarding material availability, lead times, and supply constraints.

- Deliver exceptional customer service to both internal stakeholders and external suppliers, fostering strong and lasting partnerships.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, finance, or a related field with a minimum of 5+ years of professional experience including 4+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or material planning roles with a proven track record of operational impact.

- Advanced Excel proficiency including complex formulas, VLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, pivot tables, and data modeling.

- Practical experience working with ERP/MRP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Rootstock.

- Strong understanding of supply chain fundamentals, forecasting methodologies, and material requirements planning (MRP) processes.

- Demonstrated expertise in inventory management, including cycle counting, reconciliation, and physical inventory audits.

- Analytical mindset with exceptional problem-solving skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.

- Excellent communicator with strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

- Customer-focused approach with the ability to build productive relationships across internal and external teams.

- Self-driven and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- APICS certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP).

- Experience in the construction, new homes, or solar industry.

- Experience with SQL or business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility

Standing

20% of time

Sitting

70% of time

Walking

10% of time

Strength

Pulling

up to 10 Pounds

Pushing

up to 10 Pounds

Carrying

up to 10 Pounds

Lifting

up to 10 Pounds

Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Typing

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Turning

F

Twisting

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

- This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.

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