Analyst Supplier Collaboration

Walgreens; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens in Deerfield, IL seeks a Supply Chain Analytics Analyst to analyze supplier performance, inventory flow, and product availability using data-driven insights. It assists in preparing supplier-facing reporting and dashboards, and contributes to identifying root causes of supply chain issues.

Works within established processes to monitor performance and ensure consistent reporting. You will gather and validate data from SAP, Databricks, BlueYonder, AS/400, SQL, R, or Python under

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel skills with pivot tables and data analysis.
• Degree in logistics or related field and at least 1 year in analytics.
• Experience in retail, supply chain analytics, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis of supplier performance and inventory flow to support improving stock levels, lead time accuracy, and order reliability.
• Builds and updates routine dashboards, scorecards, and reports using PowerBI, Excel, and PowerPoint, ensuring data accuracy and clear communication of key metrics.
• Collects, prepares, and validates data from systems such as SAP, Databricks, BlueYonder, AS/400, SQL, R, or Python under guidance from senior team members.
• Supports collaboration with suppliers, transportation, distribution centers, and inventory teams by providing data, assisting with root cause summaries, and documenting performance issues.
• Prepares materials and standard metric reports for supplier discussions and supports communication of performance expectations and trends. Assists in driving change, as needed.
• Contributes to cross functional initiatives by completing assigned analytical tasks that help improve supply chain efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
• Maintains working knowledge of supplier collaboration tools and processes and assists the team by updating documentation, templates, and reporting practices.
• Manages assigned tasks and small workstreams with general supervision, delivering accurate analyses and timely updates to support broader project goals.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Data visualization

Education

BA/BS Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Business

Tools

PowerBI

SAP

BlueYonder

AS/400

Databricks

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Address: 106 WILMOT RD,DEERFIELD,IL,60015-05123-01106-2

Job ID 1907086BR

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting the analysis of supplier performance, inventory flow, and product availability through data-driven insights. Assists in preparing supplier-facing performance reporting and dashboards, and contributes to identifying root causes of supply chain issues. Supports the development of improvement recommendations and participates in cross-functional initiatives that enhance in-stock levels, lead-time accuracy, and cost efficiency. Assists with recurring supplier performance reviews by gathering and validating data, summarizing trends, and documenting findings. Works within established processes to monitor performance and ensure consistent reporting.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs analysis of supplier performance and inventory flow to support improving in stock levels, lead time accuracy, and order reliability.
• Builds and updates routine dashboards, scorecards, and reports using PowerBI, Excel, and PowerPoint, ensuring data accuracy and clear communication of key metrics.
• Collects, prepares, and validates data from systems such as SAP, Databricks, BlueYonder, AS/400, SQL, R, or Python under guidance from senior team members.
• Supports collaboration with suppliers, transportation, distribution centers, and inventory teams by providing data, assisting with root cause summaries, and documenting performance issues.
• Prepares materials and standard metric reports for supplier discussions and supports communication of performance expectations and trends. Assists in driving change, as needed.
• Contributes to cross functional initiatives by completing assigned analytical tasks that help improve supply chain efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
• Maintains working knowledge of supplier collaboration tools and processes and assists the team by updating documentation, templates, and reporting practices.
• Manages assigned tasks and small workstreams with general supervision, delivering accurate analyses and timely updates to support broader project goals.

About Walgreens

Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for pharmacy, retail and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.

Basic Qualifications

• Advanced level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using AVERAGE function, merging and centering cells, printing centered page and/or creating a pivot table).

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Business, and at least 1 year of experience in a supply chain or business role
• Experience in retail, supply chain, or merchandising analytics
• Experience with SAP, BlueYonder, AS/400, DAA, Databricks, Python, R, SQL
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Salary Range

The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.

Salary Range: $65000 - $113750 / Salaried