What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Analytics Analyst position at SpartanNash?
At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, "I can't live without them."
Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,500 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash's People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!
Location:
Remote Address - Remote City, Michigan 48001Job Description:
Position Summary:
This role is responsible for driving business results by delivering insights and actionablerecommendationto decision makers. Responsible for managing assigned standard and ad hoc projects within the prescribed best practice framework while working closely with stakeholders. Responsible for developing and presenting insightstothe business. Responsible for maintaining all assigned routine reporting.
This is a remote role. We are able to hire remote workers in the states specified in the job posting.
Here's what you'll do:
Responsible to lead investigations into multiple streams of data to help solve complex business issues. Perform ad-hoc data mining and analysis to support organizational decisions-making.
Leverage knowledge of analytical, quantitative & statistical approaches to derive insights from large data sets, to solve complex, ambiguous business problems using business acumen.
Design and implement reporting and dashboards utilizing established data warehouse structures that track and visually communicate key business metrics/KPIs, and provide actionable insights.
Design and review algorithms/models to provide analysis and insights into trends used for predictability
Streamlines, standardizes, and automates existing reporting, KPIs and analysis
Executes on projects and supply chain strategic plan success metrics/KPIs.
Mentor and/or coach less experienced supply chain data analysts.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed as assigned for this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Here's what you'll need:
Bachelor's degree in quantitative field (data science, business analytics, information systems, computer science, statistics, or related degree). Master's degree preferred.
3 years of experience in analytical role (analysis, information science, data visualization or other relevant quantitative fields)
Hands-on experience with reporting, data discovery and visualization tools such as Microstrategy, MS Power BI, Cognos, Tableau or similar. MS Power BI preferred.
Familiarity with data warehouses, data modeling and ETL concepts and statistical software such as R or SAS, SQL, scripting languages such as R, Python, or Alteryx for data preparation/wrangling.
Advanced analytics techniques like machine learning, AI and time-series forecasting experience preferred.
Knowledge of supply chain systems such as warehouse management, transportation management, purchasing/replenishment, forecasting, inventory management preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Project management skills and attention to detail.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.
As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer .
SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran, that celebrates diversity and believes employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.
We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.