Senior Distribution Analyst - PDCe

DigiKey Electronics; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DigiKey Electronics is seeking a Senior Distribution Analyst for the PDCe to develop, implement, and optimize data-driven processes. You will build a data-centric culture, share insights with partners, and improve PDCe efficiency across the distribution center.

You will mentor analysts, collaborate with multiple business units, and shape reporting standards while ensuring compliance with internal policies. This on-site role requires regular attendance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in statistics, computer science, finance, analysis, data science, or a related discipline, or 6 years of work experience analyzing data
• 6+ years of experience partnering with or working in business functions such as Operations, Finance, or Logistics (preferred)
• Experience facilitating and presenting educational and/or learning content, ideally around analytics, research, information technology, or applied research
• Expertise with a variety of data tools (e.g., SQL, MicroStrategy, Sigma, Snowflake)
• Prior experience using data in a business setting to drive decisions.
• Knowledge of data, data literacy, reporting, and analysis
• Proven ability to discover and present a business story using tools like Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and promotes understanding and consensus building
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong customer focus
• Self-motivated and disciplined, with the capacity to be highly productive working under pressure and within time constraints
• Ability to work productively in both team and independent settings
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with a variety of groups including technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with the electronic component distribution industry
• Strong knowledge of the DigiKey brand and its principles

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement analytical tools to review PDC spend, procedures, and delivery efficiency
• Identify and recommend cost-saving initiatives related to the PDC and its processes
• Independently analyze data and provide actionable insights with minimal supervision
• Act as a trusted partner for the business by advocating for data collection, analysis, and the translation of data into business decisions
• Support consistent reporting and alignment of distribution data across the company
• Mentor, support, and train team members and analysts within the PDC on data analytics best practices
• Work closely with management to understand and solve PDC-related challenges
• Serve as a process expert, offering judgment and recommending solutions for distribution-related issues
• Maintain an online data analytics library for team members to access and explore data
• Facilitate Communities of Practice and Knowledge Management within the PDC analytics team
• Perform data audit functions to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Utilize distribution-related financial and logistical databases for ad hoc reporting and analysis to support process improvements
• Act as a technical mentor for less-experienced analysts and business users
• Deliver process improvements to address complex logistics inefficiencies
• Participate in tracking and reviewing PDC financial and operational performance related to logistics
• Apply advanced analytics tools to monitor, control, and report on transportation and distribution spend within the PDC
• This job description is not exhaustive. Other duties and responsibilities will be expected as a part of this role

Skills

Data analytics

Business partnering

Communication

Education

Associate degree / 6 years data analysis

Tools

SQL

MicroStrategy

Sigma

Snowflake

Job description

DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page.

Product Distribution Roles

• Full-Time Day Shift - $21.00 starting rate ($20.00 base pay and $1.00 allowance)

• Full-Time Evening/Overnight Shift - $24.00 starting rate ($20.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance, and $3.00 shift differential)

• Full-Time 3-12 Shift - $23.34 starting rate ($20.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance, and $2.34 allowance for the 36 for 40 schedule)

• Part-Time - $20.00 starting rate ($19.00 base pay and $1.00 allowance)

• Seasonal Day Shift - $20.00 starting rate ($19.00 base pay and $1.00 allowance)

• Seasonal Evening Shift - $23.00 starting rate ($19.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance, and $3.00 shift differential)

Relocation and Sign-On bonuses available for specific full-time product distribution roles - Ask your recruiter for more information!

Position Overview

The Senior Distribution Analyst - PDCe is responsible for developing, enabling, and optimizing processes within DigiKey's Product Distribution Center (PDC). This role focuses on building a data-centric culture, driving business value through data analytics, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance PDCe processes. You will collaborate closely with internal and external business units to identify improvements, reduce costs, and align auditing processes related to DigiKey's PDCe.

This position requires a deep understanding of data analytics, along with the ability to consult and educate business partners on how to effectively use data to make decisions that enhance PDCe efficiency.

This is an on-site essential role, which requires regular onsite attendance.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement analytical tools to review PDC spend, procedures, and delivery efficiency
• Identify and recommend cost-saving initiatives related to the PDC and its processes
• Independently analyze data and provide actionable insights with minimal supervision
• Act as a trusted partner for the business by advocating for data collection, analysis, and the translation of data into business decisions
• Support consistent reporting and alignment of distribution data across the company
• Mentor, support, and train team members and analysts within the PDC on data analytics best practices
• Work closely with management to understand and solve PDC-related challenges
• Serve as a process expert, offering judgment and recommending solutions for distribution-related issues
• Maintain an online data analytics library for team members to access and explore data
• Facilitate Communities of Practice and Knowledge Management within the PDC analytics team
• Perform data audit functions to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Utilize distribution-related financial and logistical databases for ad hoc reporting and analysis to support process improvements
• Act as a technical mentor for less-experienced analysts and business users
• Deliver process improvements to address complex logistics inefficiencies
• Participate in tracking and reviewing PDC financial and operational performance related to logistics
• Apply advanced analytics tools to monitor, control, and report on transportation and distribution spend within the PDC
• This job description is not exhaustive. Other duties and responsibilities will be expected as a part of this role

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Associate degree in statistics, computer science, finance, analysis, data science, or a related discipline, or 6 years of work experience analyzing data
• 6+ years of experience partnering with or working in business functions such as Operations, Finance, or Logistics (preferred)
• Experience facilitating and presenting educational and/or learning content, ideally around analytics, research, information technology, or applied research
• Expertise with a variety of data tools (e.g., SQL, MicroStrategy, Sigma, Snowflake)
• Prior experience using data in a business setting to drive decisions.
• Knowledge of data, data literacy, reporting, and analysis
• Proven ability to discover and present a business story using tools like Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and promotes understanding and consensus building
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong customer focus
• Self-motivated and disciplined, with the capacity to be highly productive working under pressure and within time constraints
• Ability to work productively in both team and independent settings
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with a variety of groups including technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with the electronic component distribution industry
• Strong knowledge of the DigiKey brand and its principles

Physical Requirements

• Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse, and screen
• Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body

Compensation

The starting base pay rate for this position is:

$67,800

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.

DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or [e-mail].

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