Supply Chain Optimization Analyst II

Andrews Distributing Company of North Texas•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A Supply Chain Optimization Analyst is responsible for data collection, cleansing, modeling, and reporting of various KPIs supporting within the entire Supply Chain. The Supply Chain Optimization Analyst will also assist with identifying areas for operational efficiencies / process improvements and participate in continuous improvement initiative projects, providing analytical support. This role is part of the Operations team. A Supply Chain Optimization Analyst II can be expected to perform the following tasks in this role as a routine part of their job: Updates, analyzes, presents, and distributes KPI metric dashboards for Operations performance tracking that support the following areas: Forecasting / Sales, Inventory, Labor and Productivity, Safety, Turnover, Damage, Out-of-Date Inventory. Prepares and coordinates the completion of various data and analytics reports. Identifies underlying patterns and business opportunities with data. Decomposes large and complex problems into simple and easy to understand solutions. Performs miscellaneous Supply Chain related activities as needed. Collaborates with Operations Leaders as well as cross functionally across departments on prioritized projects, supporting data needs & analysis as needed. Works with Leaders, stakeholders, and project teams to evaluate business opportunities. Develops insights through analysis and visualization with data to inform and influence stakeholders. Prioritizes workload to ensure high quality solutions, that adhere to standards and best practices, are delivered in a timely fashion. Presents and shares complex data solutions to leadership, stakeholders, and cross functional teams. Advises others on how to design new processes and systems that meet business strategies and standards. Stays abreast of supply chain industry trends and processes. Recommends improvements and new concepts as appropriate. This is a multi-leveled role with graduated levels of experience, responsibilities, knowledge/skills /capabilities, complexity of data modeling/simulations and level of statistical analysis projects and processes. This list is not all inclusive of other tasks and subtasks that may be necessary in performing this role, but rather an overview of the role’s primary work tasks. Here at Andrews, we always step outside of our normal responsibilities to assist each other and effectively care for Customers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Related Field
Three Plus Years Experience in Supply Chain/Logistics Analytics; Preferably in a Wholesale or Consumer Goods Industry
In Depth Knowledge of, and Expertise in, Supply Chain/Logistics Industry and Professional Best Practices
Advanced Technology/Computer Skills; Advanced MS Office skills (i.e. Excel – VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, Power BI, etc)
Critical Thinking Skills
Communication
Data Miner
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Ability to Navigate through complexities
Ability to maintain a sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time and operate computer equipment.
Ability to bend, stoop, and twist is required for filing and general office duties.
Exerts up to 10 lbs of force occasionally and/or negligible amount frequently to move office-related items or materials.
Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating via email and preparing reports and other forms of documentation using company and industry software.
Ability to speak, hear, and see is required to communicate with employees, and to operate computers and office machinery.
Hand-eye coordination and fine manipulation skills are necessary to operate computers and various office equipment.
Continual hand/wrist motion is required to operate computers and office machinery.
Ability to perform job functions in compliance with company policies and procedures, including safety policies and best practices.
Must maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated Ability to Develop and Execute Business Strategies
Advanced Analytical, Decision-making, Mathematical and Problem-solving Skills

Responsibilities

Updates, analyzes, presents, and distributes KPI metric dashboards for Operations performance tracking that support the following areas: Forecasting / Sales, Inventory, Labor and Productivity, Safety, Turnover, Damage, Out-of-Date Inventory. (70%)
Prepares and coordinates the completion of various data and analytics reports.
Identifies underlying patterns and business opportunities with data.
Decomposes large and complex problems into simple and easy to understand solutions.
Performs miscellaneous Supply Chain related activities as needed.
Collaborates with Operations Leaders as well as cross functionally across departments on prioritized projects, supporting data needs & analysis as needed. (20%)
Works with Leaders, stakeholders, and project teams to evaluate business opportunities.
Develops insights through analysis and visualization with data to inform and influence stakeholders.
Prioritizes workload to ensure high quality solutions, that adhere to standards and best practices, are delivered in a timely fashion.
Presents and shares complex data solutions to leadership, stakeholders, and cross functional teams.
Advises others on how to design new processes and systems that meet business strategies and standards.
Stays abreast of supply chain industry trends and processes. (5%)
Recommends improvements and new concepts as appropriate.