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FirstEnergy · 1 month ago

Supply Chain Data Analyst

Akron, OH, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility committed to making customers’ lives brighter and communities stronger. The Supply Chain Data Analyst will transform raw data into actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making, focusing on procurement strategy, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Use SQL, Python, and analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI) to perform investigative and ad-hoc analysis across supply chain and procurement datasets

Profile data to assess quality, identify anomalies, and uncover trends in spend, supplier performance, and pricing fluctuations

Perform statistical modeling to develop metrics, reports, and visualizations that support strategic sourcing and negotiation efforts

Define and monitor data quality metrics across supply chain and procurement systems

Cleanse and validate supplier and contract data, manage metadata and data lineage, and implement data access controls to ensure compliance with purchasing agreements and support risk mitigation

Partner with data management roles to identify and capture required data from internal and external sources

Understand database structures and collaborate on data warehouse schema design to support procurement analytics and demand planning

Assist in ETL development and validate post-load data to ensure accurate supplier performance metrics and spend categorization

Create and maintain statistical models for ongoing and ad hoc analysis of procurement and supply chain data

Develop dashboards and visualizations using Power BI and other data visualization tools to deliver intelligent insights tailored to supply chain and procurement stakeholders

Use data storytelling techniques to present key metrics such as supplier scorecards, contract compliance, and savings opportunities, aiding in the interpretation of trends and patterns of business importance

Determine optimal data connection types for procurement and supply chain sources

Use Power Query for shaping and transformation of spend and supplier data and manage scheduled refreshes and performance monitoring to ensure timely access to actionable insights

Act as a liaison between business users, procurement teams, data engineers, and IT

Work closely with technology teams and end-users to understand data and analysis needs, translating them into technical requirements

Document processes and educate stakeholders on governance practices and analytical tools to enhance understanding of supplier risk, demand planning, and contract adherence

Provide ongoing analytical support for procurement operations and contribute to the evolution of data platforms

Deploy analytical workflows into production environments to automate supplier evaluations, monitor price trends, and support strategic sourcing initiatives

Continuously refine statistical models and dashboards to improve decision-making and operational efficiency

Analyze spend data to identify savings opportunities and procurement trends

Evaluate supplier performance using key metrics and assess price fluctuations to support negotiations

Contribute to demand planning and help mitigate supplier risks

Ensure contract compliance by monitoring adherence to purchasing agreements

Qualification

SQLPythonPower BIData ModelingData AnalyticsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's or associate degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related field with a minimum of 2-4 years relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience. The experience must be at a professional (exempt) level which also includes data reporting, analysis, and recommendations, along with a thorough understanding of the subject matter

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to write and execute complex queries

Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Strong interpersonal skills must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with teammates and positions at all levels

Strong Analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills are necessary with proven ability to work effectively in a team environment

Must be able to manage multiple and changing priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment ensuring aggressive deadlines are met

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively

Experience working with diverse teams and building an inclusive work environment

Preferred

Preferred experience with data analytics tools like SQL, Python, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)

Data Modeling experience preferred, but not required

Benefits

Competitive pay plus incentive compensation

A company-sponsored pension plan

401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution

A choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs

Skills development training with tuition reimbursement

Company

FirstEnergy

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We are a forward-thinking electric utility centered on integrity, powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

Founded in 1997

Akron, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees