Associate Director - Business Analyst, Supply Chain Analytics

Supply Chain Analytics (BA) - Associate Director

Description

KPMG entities in India are professional services firm(s). These Indian member firms are affiliated with KPMG International Limited. KPMG was established in India in August 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, and are conversant with local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG has offices across India in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara and Vijayawada. 

KPMG entities in India offer services to national and international clients in India across sectors. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

Responsibilities

Business Analyst – Supply Chain Analytics

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 11–15 years

About the Role 

KPMG in India is looking for high-energy, analytically strong Business Analysts with hands-on experience in supply chain and manufacturing and a deep interest in digital, data, and AI-enabled transformation. This role is ideal for professionals who have worked closely with data systems, AI models, or digital supply chain platforms, and are passionate about shaping next-generation supply chain solutions for global enterprises. 

Key Responsibilities 

Supply Chain Functional Analysis 

• Analyze and document business processes across core supply chain functions: Demand & Supply Planning, S&OP/IBP, Manufacturing, Logistics & Distribution, Procurement, and Inventory Management. 

• Assess current-state processes and identify opportunities for digitization, data-driven improvements, and AI augmentation. 

• Work with cross-functional stakeholders to translate supply chain challenges into structured problem statements for AI/analytics teams. 

Data & AI Product Enablement 

• Collaborate with data science, engineering, and product teams to design, validate, and operationalize AI/ML use cases in supply chain (forecasting, optimization, anomaly detection, digital twins, etc.). 

• Support development of data models, dashboards, and analytical workflows aligned to business needs. 

• Interpret model outputs and support change management for business adoption. 

Digital Supply Chain Systems Engagement 

• Work with client teams to integrate insights and AI outputs into digital platforms like: S&OP / IBP suites 

• TMS / WMS / OMS modules 

• ERP Supply Chain modules (SAP, Oracle, etc.) 

• Gather business requirements for enhancements to digital systems and AI-enabled functionalities. 

Consulting & Client Delivery 

• Drive workshops, requirement-gathering sessions, and solution walkthroughs with senior stakeholders. 

• Prepare business cases, ROI models, and transformation roadmaps. 

• Contribute to solution design, PoCs, pilots, and full-scale rollouts. 

Documentation & Communication 

• Create high-quality business requirement documents, user stories, functional specifications, and process maps. 

• Communicate technical concepts to non-technical business teams clearly and effectively. 

Data & AI Skills (Preferred) 

• Experience working with data-driven solutions, analytics products, or AI/ML systems. 

• Ability to translate business problems into data/AI requirements. 

• Exposure to KPIs, planning models, statistical forecasting, or optimization preferred. 

• Familiarity with tools/platforms like SQL, Power BI/Tableau, Python (basic), or cloud data platforms is a plus. 

Consulting Skills 

• Strong problem-solving and structured thinking. 

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. 

• Experience in agile delivery environments (writing user stories, sprint planning, acceptance criteria). 

Qualifications

• MBA or post-graduate degree from Tier-1 B-Schools with specialization in Supply Chain, Operations, Analytics, or Technology. 

• Prior experience in consulting, especially in digital, analytics, or AI advisory. 

• Experience working in or supporting development of AI/ML or data products. 

• Certifications in supply chain systems (SAP, Kinaxis, O9, Blue Yonder, etc.) or AI/analytics tools are an advantage. 

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You love solving complex supply chain problems. 

• You’re curious about how AI can transform operations. 

• You can seamlessly connect business, data, and technology. 

• You thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment and enjoy building new capabilities. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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