Supply Chain Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 1983, Kele Inc. is a leading distribution, and solutions partner with national reach and a global presence. Built around our customers and powered by our people, Kele provides millions of in-stock parts from more than 300 brands to drive automation & efficiency in nearly every type of facility, from office towers and factories to data centers and hospitals.

Our goal is to empower progress for maintenance managers, engineers, contractors, and all those building the future. We do this by delivering parts rapidly, providing custom assemblies upstream, and offering unmatched support to ensure projects run smoothly and downtime is minimized.

With 12 locations nationwide and headquarters in Tennessee, Kele combines deep technical expertise, rapid logistics, and a solutions-first mindset to help customers simplify supply chains, meet tight schedules, and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Kele fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, and customer obsession, empowering associates at every level to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

We are currently hiring for the role of Supply Chain Analyst .

SUMMARY

The Supply Chain Analyst supports Kele's hub-and-spoke distribution network by evaluating supply-side fulfillment options to meet branch-level demand and ensure on-time delivery. The role also develops, tracks, and reports key performance indicators to support network visibility and data-driven supply decisions. The analyst does not own sales orders but is central to supply visibility, inventory health, and cross-branch coordination.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Shortage Evaluation & Sourcing Decisions

• Review and action daily shortage signals generated by the company’s ERP purchasing system.

• Assess each shortage by evaluating local inventory availability, supplier delivery timelines, and network stock positions across the branch system.

• Determine the most appropriate fulfillment path: a.) supplier purchase order, b.) inter-branch