Supply Chain Analyst

We’ve got the boldest burgers on the block. From the first day we fired up our grills, we’ve had one thing on our minds: big, bold flavor. We’re on a mission to bring fearlessly original flavor and crave-worthy experiences to every bite and guest interaction. Our burgers are stacked with bold flavor, our fries are best in the business, and we’re doing it all at a price that’s hard to beat. Our food and price aren’t the only things we do boldly, though. We develop and train all our employees, from Team Members to Franchisees, to give them opportunities to move up in our company and build a rewarding career. We believe in a work culture as fun as our food is delicious. At Checkers & Rally’s, being fearlessly original is in our DNA, and strong analytics and systems are essential to powering our supply chain. As a Supply Chain Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in supporting end‑to‑end supply chain systems and operations by transforming data into actionable insights that improve performance, efficiency, and scalability. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Supply Chain Management and Planning, you’ll partner closely with Supply Chain leaders, cross‑functional teams, and internal and external stakeholders to analyze performance, optimize systems, and improve processes through thoughtful use of data and digital tools. You’ll also serve as a subject‑matter expert (SME) for key supply chain programs and systems, such as RFx/RFP and Supplier Incident Management (SIM), supporting system usage, data quality, issue resolution, reporting, and ongoing enhancements. Through continuous improvement and system optimization, this role directly supports informed decision‑making and the scalability of the Supply Chain organization. Position Accountabilities: Enable data‑driven decision‑making by analyzing supply chain performance and delivering actionable insights across end‑to‑end operations and programs. Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards, reports, and KPIs that track supply chain, system, and program performance. Ensure ongoing accuracy, consistency, and integrity of data across supply chain systems such as ERP, RFx/RFP, Supplier Incident Management (SIM), and spend management platforms. Support RFx and RFP initiatives by analyzing data, developing evaluations and scoring models, and providing analysis and insights that enable informed supplier and vendor selection decisions. Coordinate and support supply chain programs and initiatives by tracking milestones, risks, and performance outcomes. Serve as a subject‑matter expert (SME) for key supply chain programs and systems (e.g., RFx/RFP and SIM), supporting system administration, issue resolution, enhancements, roll‑outs, and user training as needed in partnership with IT and stakeholders. Analyze supply chain system costs and spend to support contract visibility, usage optimization, and vendor management insights. Document, map, and standardize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability. Support reporting automation, system upgrades, testing, and user acceptance activities to improve reliability and scalability. Prepare clear, executive‑level performance summaries and insights to support leadership decision‑making. Employment Standards Operates with a strong analytical mindset and a high commitment to data and system accuracy. Translates complex data into clear, actionable insights that support effective decision‑making. Effectively manages multiple priorities and projects in a fast‑paced, high‑accountability environment. Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively across Supply Chain, IT, cross‑functional teams, and executive leadership. Demonstrates ownership of work and consistently follows through on commitments. Embraces continuous improvement and proactively identifies opportunities to enhance systems and processes. Adapts quickly to changing priorities, tools, and business needs. Maintains professionalism, reliability, and a solutions‑oriented approach. Aligns work with business priorities and leadership expectations. Brings curiosity, resilience, and a hands‑on mindset to solving operational challenges. Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field. Preferred: Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Analytics, Business Administration (MBA), or a related discipline. Coursework or certification in data analytics, supply chain systems, or project/program management (e.g., PMP, Lean, Six Sigma). Experience: Required: 7–10 years of experience in supply chain analytics, systems support, program management, or supply chain operations. Experience supporting enterprise supply chain programs such as RFx, spend management, supplier incident management (SIM), or similar system‑enabled initiatives. Experience operating in a complex, multi‑stakeholder or enterprise supply chain environment. Proficiency with ERP and supply chain systems, including eSourcing and supplier management platforms, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience developing, maintaining, and supporting dashboards and reports using BI tools such as Power BI, Sigma, or Tableau, in conjunction with a Snowflake data warehouse or similar environment. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights. Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills across cross‑functional, technical, and business teams. Preferred: Experience working in a restaurant or Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) environment, or a similarly fast‑paced, consumer‑driven operation. Exposure to supply chain environments with high transaction volumes, tight service‑level expectations, or distributed operations. Essential Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods (4–6 hours/day) at a desk or computer. Ability to work in varying environments (temperature, noise, etc.) if applicable. Visual acuity to review reports and digital materials with or without corrective lenses. Ability to attend in‑person meetings and collaborate across departments. Clear verbal communication for meetings, presentations, and stakeholder sessions. Competencies: Functional / Technical Skills - Has the functional and technical knowledge to perform supply chain analytics, systems support, and reporting at a high level of accomplishment. Demonstrates proficiency with enterprise systems, data, and reporting tools to support operational effectiveness. Problem Solving - Uses rigorous logic, data, and analysis to identify issues, understand root causes, and support effective solutions. Looks beyond the obvious and validates conclusions with accurate data. Process Management - Understands the processes necessary to get work done effectively. Analyzes workflows, identifies inefficiencies, and supports improvements that simplify execution and improve consistency. Dealing with Ambiguity - Performs effectively in dynamic and evolving environments where direction or details may not be fully defined. Adjusts priorities as needed and continues to make progress amid changing requirements, data, or solutions. Informing - Provides stakeholders with timely, accurate data and insights needed to make informed decisions. Communicates clearly and ensures information is shared in a usable and appropriate manner. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr