Distribution Operations Analyst

Formerra; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Formerra is seeking an Analyst, Distribution Operations to support day-to-day and strategic distribution planning. You will analyze data, identify inefficiencies, and implement process improvements across the network, working with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and cost-effective product flow.

Responsibilities include reporting, KPI development, and collaboration with warehousing, transportation, and IT to optimize storage and routing while maintaining high service levels and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in a distribution, logistics, or supply chain analyst role.

Responsibilities

• Analyze warehouse operations, performance metrics, and logistics data to identify trends and improvements.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and KPIs for warehouse productivity and inventory accuracy.
• Collaborate with warehouse, transportation, and supply chain teams to streamline distribution processes.
• Support implementation of new technologies, systems, and process improvements in distribution and logistics.
• Monitor inventory movement, demand trends, and capacity to optimize storage.
• Provide analytical support for network optimization projects including space utilization and routing.
• Coordinate with IT to ensure data accuracy and system integration (WMS, TMS, ERP).
• Participate in root cause analysis of delays, errors, and disruptions.
• Create and manage quality-related distribution documents and learning materials.
• Assist with supplier and carrier performance monitoring and issue resolution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

SQL

Data visualization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, industrial engineering, or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SAP

Oracle ERP

Manhattan WMS

Job description

Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world’s leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading ecommerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways – driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.

Formerra leads in the market with the following key capabilities:

• Problem-solving mindset, based on ingenuity and backed by a skilled and experienced commercial team that brings differentiated insights across markets including healthcare, consumer, industrial and mobility
• Expansive material portfolio, including engineering thermoplastics and traditional polymers across leading material brands
• Integrated, long-standing relationships with leading, global suppliers
• Unparalleled and highly specialized technical, processing, and design support
• Regulatory-compliant material support and expertise

Position Summary

The Analyst, Distribution Operations plays a critical role in supporting both day-to-day operations and strategic planning of the distribution network. This role is responsible for analyzing data, identifying operational inefficiencies, and implementing process improvements. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and cost-effective distribution of products while maintaininghigh service levels and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze warehouse operations, performance metrics, and logistics data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to warehouse productivity, inventory accuracy, transportation costs, and order fulfillment.
• Partners with warehouse, transportation, and supply chain teams to streamline distribution processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Support the implementation of new technologies, systems, and process improvements in distribution and logistics.
• Monitor and forecast inventory movement, demand trends, and capacity requirements to optimize storage.
• Provide analytical support for network optimization projects, including warehouse space utilization, transportation routing, and carrier performance.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure data accuracy and integration between systems (e.g., WMS, TMS, ERP).
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving related to delays, errors, and distribution disruptions.
• Create, manage, and distribute in accordance with quality policies, jobaides, work instructions and learning materials related to distribution operations (warehousing and transportation).
• Manage and resolve complaints in company quality system (ETQ).

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree insupply chain management, logistics, business, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 3+years in adistribution, logistics, or supply chain analyst role preferred.

Preferred

• Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Familiarity with WMS, TMS, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Manhattan).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Project management experience is a plus.

Disclaimers:

• Legal authorization to work in the specified country is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
• It is the policy of Formerra that all employees are employed at the will of Formerra for an indefinite period and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, employees may terminate their employment at any time and for any reason.
• Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.
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