Supply Data Analyst

Location United Arab Emirates
Job type: Permanent
Salary: TBC depending on experience
Job ref: 32566

Our client is a well-established international organisation with a global supply chain operation. They are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Supply Data Analyst to join their Procurement team. This role sits at the intersection of data, procurement, and operations, providing the opportunity to influence business performance through data-driven insights, process improvements, and operational excellence.

Reporting directly to the Global Procurement Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring data reliability, maintaining operational tools, supporting day-to-day supply activities, challenging existing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing practical improvements that enhance business performance.

Key Responsibilities

Data & Analytics

  • Perform data quality control and identify inconsistencies across operational data.

  • Run, maintain, and continuously improve dashboards and management reporting tools.

  • Update stock and inventory dashboards.

  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators including:

    • Fill Rate

    • On-Time Delivery

    • Stock Coverage

  • Produce recurring operational reports and KPI reports.

  • Extract, cleanse, and analyse ERP data while proactively identifying opportunities to streamline data flows.

  • Explore and implement AI-driven solutions to improve reporting accuracy and operational workflows.

Supply Chain & Distribution

  • Ensure efficient product distribution to retail stores and e-commerce channels.

  • Follow up sourcing activities with suppliers.

  • Monitor purchase orders and send supplier reminders where required.

  • Track order confirmations and shipment milestones.

  • Detect anomalies within customer order books.

  • Identify and communicate shortage and overstock risks.

  • Manage supplier disputes and non-conformities.

  • Act as the daily point of contact between suppliers and internal stakeholders.

  • Conduct proactive analyses and support management investigations to drive informed business decisions.

Finance Support

  • Perform invoice and purchase order reconciliation.

Requirements

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.

  • 1–3 years of experience within a supply chain, procurement, operations, or data-focused environment.

  • Previous experience using ERP systems is essential.

  • Experience with SAP and/or ANAPLAN is highly preferred.

Key Skills

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

  • Strong proficiency with data visualisation tools, particularly Power BI.

  • A genuine interest in AI-driven reporting and automation solutions.

  • Strong analytical skills with a high level of numerical accuracy.

  • Excellent attention to detail and data quality.

  • The ability to identify anomalies, structure complex datasets, and provide meaningful insights.

  • A process-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

  • The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple teams.