Lead Supply Chain Analyst - 90414842 - Philadelphia
About The Position
The Lead Supply Chain Analyst oversees and optimizes supply chain operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness. The role applies advanced analytical expertise and knowledge of supply chain processes, leads analysis of data and trends, and makes strategic recommendations to improve performance. It collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies aligned with organizational goals and promotes continuous improvement and innovation. This role supports a multi-year transformational project as well as normal department operations. Because the position is tied to the project, continuation of work after project completion will depend on business needs at that time. The position is based onsite four to five days per week, with travel up to 25%; relocation is not offered.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or relevant experience.
- At least 6 years of relevant work experience.
- Expert knowledge of data visualization software such as Tableau or SAP BI, and Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, macros, pivots, and lookups.
- Proficiency in Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Project.
- Skills in quantitative research, data analysis, and reporting.
- Excellent written and oral communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment with frequently changing priorities and deliver successful work within tight deadlines.
- Ability to analyze and manipulate large data sets, including data mining, and communicate findings to senior leadership and/or internal customers.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational aptitude.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with peers, team members, and stakeholders.
- Knowledge of SAP and Ariba on Demand.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or relevant experience.
- At least 8 years of relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- Consult with management and relevant stakeholders to define performance goals.
- Apply advanced quantitative methods to identify trends, predict outcomes, and enhance Supply Chain and Procurement processes for key strategic initiatives.
- Manipulate and integrate multiple data sources for reporting.
- Recommend and facilitate inventory planning programs, policies, and procedures to improve material availability and minimize corporate cash investments in inventories and related assets.
- Manage Amtrak’s centralized inventory planning functions.
- Assist in evaluating and monitoring supply chain plans and transportation- and distribution-oriented costs.
- Collaborate to develop models that solve supply chain business problems.
- Build decision-support models based on advanced analytics to improve visibility and drive continuous improvement.
- Create and manage processes to analyze, interpret, and report key department performance metrics (KPIs).
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Wellness programs
- Railroad Retirement benefits
- Paid caregiving days and backup care
- Health savings account
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Fertility and family-building benefits
- No-cost Personal Health Advocate
- Student loan assistance
- Adoption and surrogacy assistance
- Medical plan opt-out credit
- Tuition and education reimbursement
- Paid family leave
- Life insurance
- Rail pass privileges
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- No-cost financial advisor sessions
- Commuter and flexible spending accounts
- Potential short-term incentive bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
