Analyst SCP (Fresh DC and Vendor support) at PnP

Introduction

As a Supply Chain Analyst for Fresh DC and Vendor support, your main responsibility will be to manage support functions and DC volumes across the Fresh department and DCs. This will include managing weekly DC volume profiles as well as day-to-day volume within each DC, operational execution of support functions, bulk stock holding, master data, and system inputs for distribution of stock to correct stores. You will need to work cross-functionally with stakeholders as well as contribute to the improvement of processes, tools, and reports. You will be required to work closely with operational teams to fully understand ways of work and challenges.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. In-week order distribution and daily volume monitoring
2. Daily management of support functions and master data
3. Manage bulk stock holding in all DCs
4. Manage fair share and priority settings
5. Manage carryover as well as track and report on over delivery of stock
6. Assist DC and Vendor integration team to meet DC in-week profiles
7. Pro-actively raise and escalate risk to DC and Vendor integration manager
8. Contribute to improvement of processes, tools, and reports
9. Assist with analysis and the improvement of vendor collaboration packs
10. Work with cross-functional teams (Store Execution Teams, DC Operational, Supply Chain Planning Operational, Supply Chain Planning Improvement, and Grocery DC team) to create better interaction and ways of work
11. Provide analysis on distribution cost/income and vendor income, where required
12. Build strong and effective relationships and drive positive culture within teams

1. BCOM Logistics / Degree in Quantitative Analytics / Operational Research / Industrial Engineering / Applied Mathematics
2. 2-3 years' experience in the supply chain planning environment
3. Thorough understanding of current fresh produce way of work, planning processes, tools, and KPIs
4. Advanced Excel
5. SAP experience (advantageous)

1. Attention to detail while maintaining creative big-picture thinking
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
3. Ability to manipulate vast amounts of data to produce a meaningful report
4. Forward thinking mentality
5. Independent self-starter
6. Exceptional interpersonal skills
7. Professional attitude in the working environment
8. Professional communication skills
9. Ability to function well under pressure
10. Passion for business improvements and efficiencies
11. Ability to effectively manage time and deliver milestone/tasks within agreed timeline
12. Ability to set project priorities based on agreed criteria