Analyst, Customer Supply Chain

Kraft Heinz; Kentucky; On-site; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k plan

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kraft Heinz seeks a highly motivated Supply Chain Analyst to support Kroger with analytics and optimization across warehousing, transportation, demand planning, and customer service. The role entails close collaboration with Kroger's Replenishment Planning and Distribution teams, including on-site activities.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a related field, 1–5 years of experience in planning or supply chain operations, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 1-5 years of education and related experience in areas such as production scheduling, inventory management, transportation or supply/operations planning.
• Ability to build strong interpersonal internal and external relationships.
• Requires strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication (oral, written, presentation).
• Advanced proficiency in utilizing analytics tools (SAP, Power BI, Oracle).
• Process Management/Improvement mindset required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point).

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage vendor purchase orders utilizing Kroger replenishment software.
• Manage to core KPIs; upstream out of stocks, distribution center days of supply, service level, on time delivery and aged inventory, DC inventory levels, and store in stock position.
• Serve as central point of contact to ensure continual connectivity and high levels of execution between Kroger and supplier.
• Enable vendor on-time delivery performance including managing DC inbound capacity and management of PO delivery scheduling utilizing Kroger and supplier supply chain tools.
• Manage master supply chain data within Kroger and supplier systems to ensure truckload optimization and supply chain efficiencies.
• Leverage reporting tools to assess internal network supply disruption and projected recovery for communication to the customer.
• Audit ordering patterns to identify opportunities to improve warehouse in stocks, operational efficiencies and reduce cost-to-serve.
• Drive cross functional alignment between Sales, Demand Planning and Supply to support new item fulfillment execution and item discontinuations for shelving resets.

Skills

Analytics tools

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Oracle

Job description

This position will be key to the success of the Kroger Supply Chain team by providing analytics and support to drive continuous improvement in service, OTIF (on time and in full metrics), cost and inventory metrics. The position will provide the right candidate with customer supply chain experience supporting one of KHC's largest warehouse delivered customers, along with opportunities to work across KHC's Supply Chain functions (Warehousing, Transportation, Demand Planning, Supply, and Customer Service) and Sales. This position is a customer-facing role and will be onsite at KHC's sales office as well as with Kroger working directly with key contacts from Kroger's Replenishment Planning and Distribution organization utilizing Kroger systems.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Generate and manage vendor purchase orders utilizing Kroger replenishment software
• Manage to core KPIs; upstream out of stocks, distribution center days of supply, service level, on time delivery and aged inventory, DC inventory levels, and store in stock position
• Serve as central point of contact to ensure continual connectivity and high levels of execution between Kroger and supplier
• Enable vendor on-time delivery performance including managing DC inbound capacity and management of PO delivery scheduling utilizing Kroger and supplier supply chain tools
• Manage master supply chain data within Kroger and supplier systems to ensure truckload optimization and supply chain efficiencies
• Leverage reporting tools to assess internal network supply disruption and projected recovery for communication to the customer
• Audit ordering patterns to identify opportunities to improve warehouse in stocks, operational efficiencies and reduce cost-to-serve
• Drive cross functional alignment between Sales, Demand Planning and Supply to support new item fulfillment execution and item discontinuations for shelving resets

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Supply Chain Management or related field
• 1-5 years of education and related experience in areas such as production scheduling, inventory management, transportation or supply/operations planning
• Ability to build strong interpersonal internal and external relationships
• Requires strong problem-solving skills
• Strong communication (oral, written, presentation)
• Advanced proficiency in utilizing analytics tools (SAP, Power BI, Oracle)
• Process Management/Improvement mindset required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point)

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$77,800.00 - $97,300.00

Bonus:

This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits:

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs.

Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing:

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k,Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Cincinnati, OH

This position requires in office attendance 5 days a week.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.