Analyst, Customer Supply Chain

The Kraft Heinz Company • Cincinnati, OH

6d • $77,800 - $97,300 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for generating and managing vendor purchase orders using Kroger replenishment software. The Analyst will manage key performance indicators (KPIs) such as upstream out of stocks, distribution center days of supply, service level, on-time delivery, aged inventory, DC inventory levels, and store in-stock position. They will act as a central point of contact to ensure strong communication and execution between Kroger and suppliers. Key responsibilities include enabling vendor on-time delivery performance by managing DC inbound capacity and PO delivery scheduling, and managing master supply chain data in Kroger and supplier systems for truckload optimization and efficiency. The role also involves using reporting tools to assess internal network supply disruptions, communicating projected recovery to the customer, auditing ordering patterns to improve warehouse in-stocks and operational efficiencies, and reducing cost-to-serve. Additionally, the Analyst will drive cross-functional alignment between Sales, Demand Planning, and Supply to support new item fulfillment and item discontinuations for shelving resets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Supply Chain Management or related field
• 1-5 years of education and related experience in areas such as production scheduling, inventory management, transportation or supply/operations planning
• Ability to build strong interpersonal internal and external relationships
• Requires strong problem-solving skills
• Strong communication (oral, written, presentation)
• Advanced proficiency in utilizing analytics tools (SAP, Power BI, Oracle)
• Process Management/Improvement mindset required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point)

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage vendor purchase orders utilizing Kroger replenishment software
• Manage to core KPIs; upstream out of stocks, distribution center days of supply, service level, on time delivery and aged inventory, DC inventory levels, and store in stock position
• Serve as central point of contact to ensure continual connectivity and high levels of execution between Kroger and supplier
• Enable vendor on-time delivery performance including managing DC inbound capacity and management of PO delivery scheduling utilizing Kroger and supplier supply chain tools
• Manage master supply chain data within Kroger and supplier systems to ensure truckload optimization and supply chain efficiencies
• Leverage reporting tools to assess internal network supply disruption and projected recovery for communication to the customer
• Audit ordering patterns to identify opportunities to improve warehouse in stocks, operational efficiencies and reduce cost-to-serve
• Drive cross functional alignment between Sales, Demand Planning and Supply to support new item fulfillment execution and item discontinuations for shelving resets

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level