Brief Description
Supply Chain Analyst
Job Description:
The Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for examining sourcing, inventory planning, and warehouse capacity data to support improvements to our supply chain strategies. A proactive problem solver with highly analytical skills will be an excellent asset to our team.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze inventory data, forecast demand, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure alignment with supply chain objectives.
- Evaluate and recommend optimal MRP settings, supporting sourcing and procurement decisions aimed at cost reduction, enhanced warehouse efficiency, and increased service levels.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies to ensure optimal stock levels and prevent stockouts.
- Design, develop, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports that provide real-time insights into key supply chain metrics, ensuring data is accessible and actionable for stakeholders.
- Use FreshDirect’s operating and business intelligence reporting platforms (SAP, Power BI, MS Excel) to analyze purchasing, inventory, and warehouse capacity data.
- Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed, translating complex data insights into clear recommendations for decision-makers.
Education and Qualifications:
- BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain, Data Analytics or related, or equivalent experience
- One – Three (1-3) years’ experience in highly analytical positions with increasing responsibilities
- Proficiency in Power BI or similar data visualization tools; demonstrated ability to create user-friendly, impactful reports and dashboards.
- Proven ability to evaluate large data sets and turn findings into actionable recommendations.
- Prior work experience in grocery or CPG supply chain, operations, or manufacturing preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Comfortable juggling and coordinating, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.
- Coordinating multiple projects across several channels simultaneously
- Must be detail orientated with optimal organizational skills, a focus on teamwork, project management and follow-up
- Outstanding and proven written and verbal communication skills
- Able to present numerical data in a concise, logical and useful manner
- Able to write for and work with a wide range of audiences, from executives to line workers
- Enjoy operating in a fast-paced, team environment under time constraints
- Working knowledge of SAP or like ERP system preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Power BI and SQL preferred
