Sr Analyst Supply Chain in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Summary

Senior Analyst Supply Chain

At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses!We are seeking a dedicated Senior Analyst Supply Chain to be responsible for the development and deployment of supply chain processes and vendor management inventory. The Senior Analyst Supply Chain is also accountable for inventory status data, data integrity and order management.

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What we offer:

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)

• 401(k) with company match

• Training and Career Development

• Generous Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities:

• Provide inventory management, including forecasting, production planning, PO creation and receipt and monthly inventory reconciliation for various Company clients.

• Monitor and recommend stock levels for clients of critical components.

• Work with various business partners to continuously optimize inventory plans to maximize operational efficiency.

• Maintain records for inventory accuracy trends, inventory reconciliations, and inventory audit.

• Develop and refine Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and report on them weekly/monthly.

• Assists in the development of cost-saving measures through the improvement process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience

• 4-6 Years of experience in Supply chain, logistics inventory, project management or trade management

• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment

• Analytical and Research Skills

• Ability to exercise sound judgment

• Ability to Gather Data, Compile Information, & Prepare Reports

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Supply Chain Process

• Provide inventory management, including forecasting, production planning, PO creation and receipt and monthly inventory reconciliation for various Company clients

• Monitor and recommend stock levels for clients of critical components

• Gap analysis on developing, implementing, and monitoring on key functions related to supply chain

• Monitor and report on excess to inventory levels and execute plans to reduce those materials level

• Ensure order compliance on deliveries, develop contingencies and support issue resolution on short orders or missed deliveries

• Work with various business partners to continuously optimize inventory plans to maximize operational efficiency

Audits

• Maintain records for inventory accuracy trends, inventory reconciliations, and inventory audit.

• Work closely with the “Quality Control” team within the warehouse and will make adjustment as necessary.

Continuous Improvement and Reporting

• Develop and refine Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and report on them weekly / monthly.

• Assists in the development of cost saving measures through the improvement process

• Lead RFP and Contract renewal process with 3rd party suppliers within Cross Border Brokerage services, Transportation and Warehousing services

Other

• Support new client onboarding requirements, to ensure effective and efficient process to Company Managed Services

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

• May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

• Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job

• Travel up to 0%

Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level:

(Required): Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Field of Study/Area of Experience:

4-6 Years of experience in Supply chain, logistics inventory, project management or trade management

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills

• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment

• Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines

• Analytical and research Skills

• Ability to exercise sound judgment

• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers

• Track Record of Building & Maintaining Customer/Client Relationships

• Ability to Work Independently & Prioritize with minimal supervision, in order to Meet Deadlines

• Ability to Gather Data, Compile Information, & Prepare Reports

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.

Office / Non-Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work may be performed in an office or warehouse environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing the following activities: stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, or climb. May have possible exposure to dust, and may require the ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds 33% – 66% of the time.

Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).

Important Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Job Locations US-MI-Grand Rapids US-OH-Cincinnati US-TN-Nashville US-FL-Tampa US-NC-Charlotte

Primary Posting Location : City Grand Rapids

Primary Posting Location : State/Province MI

Primary Posting Location : Postal Code 49501

Primary Posting Location : Country US

Requisition ID 2024-433467

Position Type Full Time

Category Client Services/Account Management

Minimum USD $50,000.00/Yr.

Maximum USD $80,000.00/Hr.