Supply Chain Analyst

  We are seeking a talented and driven Supply Chain Analyst to join our Procurement & Supply Chain team. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Procurement & Supply Chain, this is a high-visibility role that will partner with Vessel Sales & Logistics, FP&A, Port Captains, and the Purchasing team to help maintain a best-in-class logistics model across all brands within the family of eight operating companies.   Principal Responsibilities: Fuel Procurement & Commodity Management Deeply engaged in all facets of the procurement cycle for the entire enterprise's annual fuel and lube oil needs. Monitor daily macroeconomic trends impacting the price of crude oil and its derivatives to execute favorable fuel pricing decisions. Manage the value of fuel purchases by examining vessel capacity, usage rates, and fuel commodity prices. Data Analysis & Reporting Conduct pricing, trend, and cost analysis for corporate fuel, food, engine components, company vehicles, and service providers. Assist in the development and enhancement of Microsoft Power BI dashboards and reports to support decision-making across the Procurement & Supply Chain function. Perform comprehensive analysis for assigned projects and identify business and product trends. Use financial analysis to evaluate vendor proposals. Oversee the maintenance and accuracy of procurement and supply chain databases, ensuring data integrity. Ability to create monthly, quarterly, and annual budget variance analysis reporting packages as well as additional ad hoc reports and slide decks as needed for leadership review. Operational & Strategic Support Work closely with departmental leadership and the Vice President to define cost reduction objectives, implement negotiation strategies, identify solutions to meet/exceed business objectives, and facilitate new/beneficial sourcing projects through the full project lifecycle while managing/mitigating risk. Analyze purchase history to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize supplier relationships. Provide analytical support during vendor contract negotiations and renewals. Track vendor performance, including rebate tier progression and inventory reliability, through regular supplier performance reviews. Identify continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunities. Market Intelligence & Benchmarking Monitor industry trends, competitive benchmarks, and commodity markets to guide purchasing strategies across all brands. Leverage internal tools to identify potential supply chain risks, disruptions, and opportunities, and maintain market intelligence on key commodities and suppliers. Collaboration & Professional Development Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, vendors, and suppliers across the enterprise. Perform on-call rotation, ensuring coverage over holidays and weekends. Occasional travel to company offices, vessels, vendors, shipyards, terminals, or industry conferences (<10%). Primary office locations include Paducah, KY; New Orleans, LA; Sulphur, LA; Houston, TX; and the greater Chicago, IL area. Other duties as assigned.   Qualifications: Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field; OR 5+ years of equivalent experience in analytics, supply chain, or procurement. Working knowledge of capital and futures (Energy/Ag/Livestock) markets preferred. Ability to recognize market, refining, and supply nuances that impact daily decisions. Can be developed on the job. Working knowledge of line-haul vessel operations and geographical marine areas is preferred. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Core Competencies Proven ability to make important policy, planning, and strategy decisions in a highly dynamic environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. A reliable, detail-oriented, results-driven team player. Comfortable being self-directed with the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with minimal oversight. Strong customer service, organization, and communication skills.