Operations Specialist - Distribution

Breakthru Beverage Group•Tampa, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to execute key analysis and provide budget analytics for the Operations function of our business. The ideal candidate must have an expert knowledge of Excel and previous experience with SAP. The candidate must reside in the Greater Tampa area as this role is Monday - Friday at our office in the Brandon/Riverview area. Core hours are 8 am to 5 pm but must be flexible depending on the needs of the business. Job Description: Job Responsibilities: Perform expense variance analysis across consolidated beverage group including critical analysis of trends, variances, and key metrics with an eye towards improvement. Analyze various detailed trackers for T&E, headcount, OT, and capital spending. Assist in monthly forecasting and the annual expense budgeting process. Develop, analyze, and report key bailment process metrics and monitor adherence to key performance indicators (service, system inventory, open orders, supply risks, forecast accuracy). Develop and implement recommendations to improve performance and/or compliance Ensure precise fulfillment, adequate inventory levels and accurate claims or vendor notices. Review forecast data. Address critical fulfillment, inventory risk, and ensure inventory levels are met. Develop alternate supply plans to maintain contractual timelines and ensure levels are met. Monitor withdrawals and supplier PO confirmations, adjusting delivery dates as needed. Troubleshoot undelivered orders. Resolve freight claims, unpaid vendor notices and inventory exceptions. Manage unlisted and obsolete inventory Work with suppliers and carriers to return delisted product out of the bailment warehouses. Actively manage the slow-moving and obsolete inventory at each warehouse to ensure aged inventory levels remain low. Partner and communicate with various teams. Finance Planning and Analysis team to provide regular feedback to ensure proper classification of expenses. Including conducting business case and financial modeling. Develop appropriate meeting cadence and content with Commercial teams to maintain seamless communication regarding priorities, risks and process improvements. Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance or Accounting and/or equivalent training and work experience
Minimum of 3 year of professional experience in accounting, FP&A function, or Operations
Advanced PC skills using MS Office and other various computer programs including presentation software
Must be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service skills
Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
Analytic and Reporting skills
Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with an ERP accounting system
Financial modeling experience
Knowledge in advanced financial reporting and budgeting tools such as Hyperion Essbase, and BI360

Responsibilities

Perform expense variance analysis across consolidated beverage group including critical analysis of trends, variances, and key metrics with an eye towards improvement.
Analyze various detailed trackers for T&E, headcount, OT, and capital spending.
Assist in monthly forecasting and the annual expense budgeting process.
Develop, analyze, and report key bailment process metrics and monitor adherence to key performance indicators (service, system inventory, open orders, supply risks, forecast accuracy).
Develop and implement recommendations to improve performance and/or compliance
Ensure precise fulfillment, adequate inventory levels and accurate claims or vendor notices.
Review forecast data.
Address critical fulfillment, inventory risk, and ensure inventory levels are met.
Develop alternate supply plans to maintain contractual timelines and ensure levels are met.
Monitor withdrawals and supplier PO confirmations, adjusting delivery dates as needed.
Troubleshoot undelivered orders.
Resolve freight claims, unpaid vendor notices and inventory exceptions.
Manage unlisted and obsolete inventory
Work with suppliers and carriers to return delisted product out of the bailment warehouses.
Actively manage the slow-moving and obsolete inventory at each warehouse to ensure aged inventory levels remain low.
Partner and communicate with various teams.
Finance Planning and Analysis team to provide regular feedback to ensure proper classification of expenses. Including conducting business case and financial modeling.
Develop appropriate meeting cadence and content with Commercial teams to maintain seamless communication regarding priorities, risks and process improvements.
Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required.