Sr IBE Analyst

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The Sr. IBE Analyst partners with BCD Product Management to execute optimized supply networks for bulk BCD products and oversee inventory replenishment, ensuring inventory stays within control limits to maintain high service levels while minimizing costs. Using linear programming models, they implement inbound and outbound sourcing plans via rail, aligning forecasts with execution to optimize margins, maintain inventories, and support cross‑functional supply chain efficiency.

• Act as the primary liaison with Product Management on sourcing strategies and product availability.
• Collaborate with Product Management to maintain inbound sourcing plans across all product locations.
• Perform technical and analytical review of Rail Plan model outputs to identify opportunities for network optimization and cost savings.
• Analyze supply/demand balance and provide oversight and guidance to supply planners for inventory replenishment.
• Lead resolution of rail sourcing issues and direct execution of sourcing plans, including setting quota arrangements.
• Evaluate complex reports (e.g., All Cars Report, Rail Plan, Demurrage Report, Supplier Forecast Accuracy, MRP Review/Stock Performance) and take corrective actions based on alerts.
• Monitor plan adherence and stock performance to ensure alignment with forecasts and sourcing strategies.
• Communicate proactively with suppliers and provide demand forecasts when necessary.
• Ensure active rail freight rates are in place for all Univar Solutions paid rail movements prior to shipment.
• Proficiency in SAP, Excel, Databases, and Tableau is essential for success.

• In depth knowledge of SAP system settings and impacts
• Excellent communication and team building skills
• Strong customer orientation
• Ability to work well independently as well as within a team environment
• Candidate must possess very strong analytical skills, detailed oriented
• Ability to deal with complexity and manage ambiguity independently
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, problem‑solve, and multi‑task
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey ideas and suggestions via multiple modes of communication
• Proficiency with the MS Office package required

• Energetic and persistent focus on timely delivery
• Confidence to challenge conventional wisdom and break the mold in an engaging manner across the region
• Must be able to rotate concentration smoothly and entirely from one activity to another, prioritizing tasks and addressing the most critical demands first
• A thoughtful listener with a straightforward, honest, and direct communication style
• Understand the various aspects of the business and how it's run to ensure competent decisions are made on day‑to‑day support activities
• Reliable, resilient, and flexible
• Customer focus – internal and external
• Ability to stay focused on different tasks and use time, energy, strength, mental capacity, and physical space effectively and efficiently to achieve desired outcomes

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Administration, Engineering, or Statistics (MBA/Master’s preferred)
• 5 to 7 years of Supply Chain or Purchasing experience
• SAP experience is required

This is a hybrid based role that will report out of our Dublin, OH location – 6000 Parkwood Pl. Dublin, OH 43016.

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives, from life‑saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used…