Project Analyst

S.P. Richards Company•Atlanta, GA

12h

About The Position

SUMMARY: The Project Analyst, reporting to the VP OpEx – Sales Enablement, collaborates closely with Sales, Operations, Logistics, IT, and Supply Chain teams. This role focuses on ensuring efficient warehouse and freight operations, overseeing and/or assisting with key account transportation processes, managing chargeback and compliance analytics, 3PL sales/services effectiveness and productivity through various activities. Responsibilities include addressing sales and operational challenges, identifying process improvement opportunities through data analysis with the ability to execute operationally, and facilitating effective communication between sales, operations and customers. Must be familiar with warehouse processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to work with distribution centers to implement best practices. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Innovative thinking skills
Works well in a challenging environment
Strong project and time management skillset
Strong proficiency in fact finding
High level of proficiency in judgment
Superior attention to detail
Ambitious and “can do” attitude
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Four-year college degree from an accredited institution; or four to ten years related experience and/or training in Logistics, Distribution Operations, or Sales in a business-to-business customer segment.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages. Understanding of basic algebra.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to organize.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software, Internet software, Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Responsibilities

Implement processes, SOPs and best practices within a distribution center while being able to deliver at scale
Analyze chargebacks and compliance fines, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions to mitigate future chargebacks or compliance fines
Serve as a liaison between Sales, Operations, Distribution Centers (DCs), and Supply Chain teams to ensure adherence to customer and market segment requirement SOPs
Lead and support special warehouse and transportation projects, driving improvements and innovations
Examine customer compliance fines and concerns, pinpoint root causes, and develop/implement solutions
Develop and maintain analytics reports using Power BI, providing insights and actionable data to support strategic decision-making
Develop and implement strategies to enhance freight efficiency and reduce transportation costs. Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Logistics, IT, and Supply Chain teams on significant sales initiatives
Oversee and assist with key account transportation, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
Ensure compliance with packaging slip requirements, maintaining accuracy and consistency in documentation
Assist with strategy for emerging sales prospects, including 3PL partnerships