Sr. Manager Data Strategy-WMS (Remote)

US FOODS; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food distributor invites applications for a Sr. Manager, Data Strategy-WMS position. This pivotal role focuses on enhancing supply chain efficiency through data-driven initiatives. Candidates should possess a strong background in data analysis and supply chain management, coupled with the ability to influence and lead within the organization. This virtual position allows remote work anywhere in the U.S., excluding Hawaii and U.S. Territories.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 25%

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years in Supply Chain, including 2+ years in management.
• Strong background in data analysis and deployment.
• Experience with related technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead data strategy and execution for a modernized WMS.
• Manage strategic roadmap for supply chain digital capabilities.
• Establish stakeholder alignment on data initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Modeling

Change management

Communication

Influencing skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in analytics, operations, supply chain, business, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Python

Snowflake

Knime

Tableau

Power BI

Blue Yonder WMS

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

The Sr. Manager, Data Strategy-WMS leads the data strategy and execution efforts for deploying a modernized WMS at US Foods. This high-impact role focuses on identifying high-value opportunities to generate new value through data, bringing capabilities that enhance inventory, warehouse, capacity, network operations, and transportation management. The role aims to improve customer experience, network performance, profitability, and establish a scalable digital foundation for future growth. Up to 25% travel is required.

This position is virtual, allowing work from anywhere in the United States, except Hawaii and U.S. Territories.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as WMS Data Product Owner: Develop and manage the strategic roadmap for supply chain digital capabilities.
• Lead successful cutover for core operational reporting.
• Align new reporting opportunities with performance management strategies.
• Establish and maintain stakeholder alignment on data initiatives.
• Support WMS Deployment leaders with benefits case refinement, measurement, and forecasting.
• Assess, design, and implement process changes to ensure high-quality data.
• Design and lead advanced analytics and automation projects for supply chain improvement.
• Collaborate across departments to define and realize scalable opportunities.
• Define impact summaries, scope, value, costs, dependencies, and roadmaps.
• Partner with IT and Analytics Data Science teams on technical roadmaps.
• Manage activation of projects, including scope, schedule, change management, and success metrics.
• Other duties as assigned by the Sr. Director of Supply Chain Data Strategy.

Travel up to 25% annually.

SUPERVISION:

To be defined based on opportunity and roadmap development.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Supply Chain (Replenishment, Operations, Excellence, Transportation, Logistics, Customer Experience), Commercial, Finance, Enterprise PMO.

External: Industry networks, organizations, and consultants focused on supply chain technology and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training:

Bachelor’s degree in analytics, operations, supply chain, business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 7+ years in Supply Chain, Operations, or Logistics; including 2+ years in management.
• Experience with Blue Yonder WMS and related technologies.
• Strong background in data analysis, reporting, and modeling.
• Proven capability in deployment and measurement of initiatives.
• Experience with Python, Snowflake, Knime, Tableau, Power BI.
• Effective change management and communication skills.
• Ability to influence senior leaders and peers.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects in complex organizations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Deep industry knowledge of supply chain operations and regulations.
• Strong influence and communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Adaptability and comfort with ambiguity.
• Leadership in coaching and mentoring teams.
• Empathetic leadership and stakeholder management.
• Cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strategic thinking and risk management.
• Openness to innovation and new ideas.
• Program management expertise.
• Capacity planning and resource allocation skills.

Benefits may include annual bonus up to 25%, health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, disability coverage, stock purchase plan, and life insurance. For details, visit: US Foods Benefits.

Compensation varies based on experience, education, skills, location, and applicable laws. The expected base salary range is $95,000 - $155,000.

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