Analyst, Supply Chain Strategic Initiatives

Analyst, Supply Chain Strategic Initiatives The Analyst supports and drives key company goals such as advancing our Distribution Center network inbound and outbound production planning processes, DC efficiency improvements, and a wide-array of projects interfacing with multiple parts of the company. The role works with Supply Chain leadership, DCs, Transportation, Corporate Planning, Finance, Allocation, and IT. Responsibilities include furthering DC production planning platforms, managing projects with cross-functional impacts, performing business analysis activities, and improving business processes within the supply chain environment. The analyst uses critical thinking and analytical prowess to identify and solve problems, recommend improvements to leadership, and act as a logistics subject matter expert. Essential Functions Develop and operate as subject matter expert for logistic systems and processes. Drive creative and production planning improvements, focusing on advancing our processes with reporting intelligence/automation. Proactively introduce and assess if new concepts/ideas and existing processes will provide the return necessary to warrant project investment through data and reporting analysis. Troubleshoot issues associated with the planning and actualization of merchandise flow. Utilize advanced MS Excel skills to complete assignments quickly and effectively. Deploy strong critical thinking skills to uncover problems and derive solutions. Deliver detailed analyses with thoughtful findings and recommendations to leadership. Competencies Adaptability Initiative Analysis and Judgment Drive for results Communication Critical thinking Creativity Collaboration Qualifications and Special Skills Required Strong critical thinking and analytical skills; able to comprehend and quickly break down complex scenarios/data/problems and come up with thoughtful and valuable insights/ideas/solutions. A solid understanding of best practices in retail/consumer goods and/or supply chain/logistics/distribution. Excellent written and verbal communication. Track record of being collaborative with and influencing peers and leaders. Willingness and flexibility to jump into the details to get the job done. Advanced MS Excel skills. 2+ years of relevant experience. Bachelor's degree required. Physical Requirements / ADA Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer. Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc. Consistent timeliness and regular attendance. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. This role requires regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, the role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work. Supervisory Responsibilities None.

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