Sr. Analyst- Supply Chain Operations

Niagara Bottling•Diamond Bar, CA

1d•$87,360 - $126,672

About The Position

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you want to: Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members. Sr. Analyst- Supply Chain Operations The Sr. Analyst, Supply Chain Operations is responsible for overseeing supplier performance, product quality, and technical compliance across Niagara Bottling’s beverage co-manufacturing network. This role serves as a key liaison between manufacturing sites, external suppliers, and internal procurement, quality, and operations teams—ensuring materials and finished products consistently meet specifications, regulatory requirements, and operational needs. The Senior Analyst will investigate quality or performance issues, conduct structured problem-solving, and coordinate resources to drive timely and effective resolution. This role requires a blend of technical understanding, operational awareness, project coordination, and influential leadership to support continuous improvement across the external supply base. This position requires travel up to 50%. Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Requirements

4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
4 Years – Experience in Position
4 Years – Experience managing people/projects experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Bias for Action: Inclined to take action to drive cross-functional teams to expedite the implementation of solutions and process improvements.
Quantitative Analysis: skillful in using quantitative analysis to understand business issues.
Technical Competencies: Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel and Power Point
Comfort with Ambiguity: Ability to lead in an ambiguous environment where roles and responsibilities, processes and systems are undefined.
Positive Attitude: Ability to contribute consistently and positively in a high-paced, fast-changing, and sometimes unpredictable work environment.
Collaboration: Work with cross functional/multi-disciplinary teams across the organization to drive key business development initiatives from creation to implementation in partnership with key stakeholders.
Communication: Ability to effectively engage with both external customers and internal subject matter experts, managing conversations accordingly and as appropriate.
Influence: Ability to influence and drive results in a complex technical and business environment, including ability to communicate and influence various internal stakeholders and across functions.
Key interpersonal traits: Motivation, creativity, adaptability, unquestionable ethics & integrity, and a willingness to take calculated risks.
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or other related field

Nice To Haves

6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
6 Years – Experience working in Position
6 Years – Experience managing people/projects experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Master's Degree in Business Administration or other related field

Responsibilities

Supplier Performance & Quality Management Monitor, analyze, and report supplier performance metrics, including quality, on-time delivery, material compliance, and issue resolution.
Conduct supplier performance reviews and lead discussions on corrective actions, improvement plans, and risk mitigation.
Support the qualification, evaluation, and ongoing management of packaging, ingredient, and component suppliers.
Technical & Operational Expertise Understand and interpret technical specifications for labels, corrugate, packaging components, and other materials—including thickness, dimensional requirements, material composition, and functional performance.
Partner with product development, engineering, and quality teams to ensure materials meet design intent and functional criteria.
Troubleshoot technical issues and identify root causes in collaboration with internal subject matter experts and supplier technical resources.
Cross-Functional Leadership & Problem Solving Lead cross-functional teams (manufacturing, procurement, QA, engineering, logistics) through structured problem-solving processes to resolve supplier or co-manufacturing issues.
Identify key stakeholders, coordinate resources, and ensure clear ownership of deliverables and action plans.
Use data-driven approaches to define problems, validate hypotheses, and track corrective actions to closure.
Influence & Accountability Drive accountability across internal teams and external partners without direct authority.
Facilitate alignment on priorities, timelines, and expectations to ensure issues are addressed with urgency.
Present performance insights and recommendations to leadership in a clear, structured manner.
Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate records of issues, corrective actions, audits, and supplier communication.
Support documentation of standards, work instructions, technical guidelines, and supplier-related SOPs.
Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality management system requirements.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:
Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
Paid parental and caregiver leaves
Medical, including virtual care options
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
And more!
https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits