Supply Chain Analyst

Uses data analytics, forecasting tools, and performance metrics to optimise supply chain processes, reduce inefficiencies, and improve operational accuracy.

Career Overview

Growth Outlook: Very High

Supply chain analysts collect and analyse operational data, evaluate inventory performance, identify bottlenecks, develop demand forecasts, and provide insights for planning and sourcing decisions. They work extensively with ERP systems, forecasting algorithms, dashboards, and optimisation models to support continuous improvement. Analysts coordinate with procurement, logistics, production, and sales teams to align supply with demand. Their role is highly analytical, requiring quantitative reasoning, scenario modelling, and cross-functional collaboration. As organisations strengthen data-driven supply chains, analysts play a critical role in driving agility, reducing costs, and improving forecast accuracy.

Top Skills

  • Data analytics
  • Forecasting
  • ERP systems
  • KPI modelling
  • Scenario planning

Education Pathway

  • 12th Science/Commerce
  • BSc Analytics/BCom/BBA
  • MSc Analytics/MBA Operations

Suggested UG Degrees

  • BSc Data Analytics
  • BCom SCM
  • BBA Operations

PG / Advancement Options

  • MSc Analytics
  • MBA Operations

Also Known As

  • SCM Analyst
  • Supply Chain Data Analyst
  • Demand Analyst
  • Inventory Analyst