At Brooks Running, we believe in the transformative power of the run. Let's Run There.
The Role
Who We Are:
At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.
Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:
· Runner First
We act in the best interest of the runner
· Word is Bond
We do what we say we’ll do
· Champion Heart
We give our all in everything we do
· There is no “I” in Run
We stay generous with our humanity
· Keep Moving
We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!
We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement — because we’re all moving towards something. Let’s run there.
Your Job:
As the Lead Business Analyst, Supply Chain Excellence, you will own the Supply Chain Business Analysis discipline globally connecting all central and regional functions in support of Brooks’ supply chain end-to-end transformation journey.
With a proven track-record in process optimization, automation integration, and large-scale system implementations, you will lead business analysis efforts for high-impact value creation initiatives across Supply Chain Operations, ensuring seamless deployment and operational transition to advanced supply chain excellence capabilities in a complex global omnichannel environment.
Leveraging your exceptional communication skills you will collaborate with enterprise cross-functional teams (IT, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, Customer Service and external vendors) to define supply chain initiative scope, business processes, requirements and user stories that will serve as the foundational framework to deliver best in class capabilities.
Your Responsibilities:
Lead Business Analysis in support of Supply Chain Strategy Execution
- Drive business analysis for supply chain strategic initiatives to ensure requirements align with corporate financial objectives and operational excellence initiatives, in collaboration with Supply Chain leadership.
- Lead business processes and requirement development for supply chain transformation initiatives such as expanding and optimizing Distribution Operations network and building cost efficiencies, resiliency and scale in overall Transportation network alongside cross-functional stakeholders.
- Provide analysis to support the optimization of Brooks’ global carrier strategy, support the implementation of real-time transportation tracking, last-mile optimization, and cost-per-mile reduction initiatives to elevate omnichannel fulfillment capabilities.
- Support enterprise-wide data governance for Supply Chain Operations, by serving as the representative in data management programs to ensure alignment with best practices, regulatory compliance, and high-impact data standardization initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and decision-making.
- Partner with finance to elicit supply chain finance related Key Performance Indicators, processes, and business and data requirements for all new initiatives.
Advanced Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
- Develop the business analysis framework to support a series of large, high-complexity initiatives and multiple concurrent projects within the Supply Chain portfolio.
- Overhaul Key Performance Indicator (KPI) governance for Supply Chain across all Brooks’ regions by documenting performance benchmarks that drive data-backed network design, operational efficiency, and cost optimization.
- Conduct business analysis working sessions to elicit requirements in support of the implementation of digital dashboards and control towers, enabling predictive insights into Supply Chain operations within Brooks.
- Support Supply Chain Program Management with multi-dimensional financial modeling, ROI analysis for investments on fulfillment strategies alongside Finance partners.
Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Establish and embed foundational excellence in supply chain operations, through best-in-class business analysis methodologies that drive long-term efficiency, resilience, and continuous improvement across the global supply chain.
- Develop and implement governance of Brooks’ Supply Chain Operational Toolkits (OTK) for assigned supply chain departments, in collaboration with functional leaders to standardize training modules, process mapping, KPIs, performance metrics, information systems, data governance, and best practices that enhance efficiency, scalability, and operational excellence across the distribution network.
- Support global standardization in supply chain operations by collaborating with regional teams to adopt best practices enterprise-wide, process frameworks, and solutions that enhance scalability, efficiency, and cost optimization across Brooks' supply chain network.
- Develop and implement a structured framework for continuous distribution network enhancements that result in year-over-year operational cost efficiencies through process and workflow optimization.
- Lead business requirements sessions for cross-functional enterprise technology projects, driving the successful deployment of enterprise transformations, real-time data lake implementations, and cloud-based fulfillment optimizations.
- Influence corporate ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy by driving sustainable distribution requirements that protect our people, planet, assets, and brand.
Project & Program Management
- Support overall governance and execution for supply chain deliverables such as end-to-end process flows, business requirement and user stories, impact analysis, data analysis and User Acceptance Testing plans and test cases.
- Document strategic roadmaps for automation rollouts, network design optimization, and technology integrations across Supply Chain and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) ecosystems.
- Develop and execute structured Project Management (PMO) framework, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery of complex supply chain technology implementations, process reengineering projects, and scalability initiatives.
- Ensure all initiatives deliver quantifiable cost reductions, efficiency gains, and performance improvements aligned with corporate objectives in support of project ROI and financial accountability.
- Ensure standardized governance, execution methodologies, and best practice sharing across all regions, supporting the alignment of supply chain functions with enterprise-wide PMO frameworks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, Business, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
- 7 years of experience in business analysis, product management, project management, or program management, with expertise in ERP and supply chain automation solutions.
- Broad experience leading business analysis for large-scale transformation initiatives, including supply chain, omnichannel fulfillment, IT automation, Finance, Planning and Trade Compliance systems.
- Proven track-record in process optimization, cost reduction, and business transformation, with a history of delivering quantifiable improvements in efficiency and operational excellence.
- Strong collaboration with finance teams in the elicitation and documentation of supply chain finance related requirements such as planning, general ledger, accounts payable and Key Performance Indicators. • Experience building and leading Business Analyst teams, developing and implementing standards of practice for process definition and requirements documentation.
- Expertise in leading business analysis for end-to-end technology implementations, in collaboration with cross-functional teams for WMS, TMS, ERP, Trade Compliance systems, Business Intelligence/reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
- Proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies; effective liaison between functional business teams, IT, and vendor teams.
- Strong stakeholder management with experience working in highly matrixed, cross-functional global organizations.
- Ability to manage multiple high-impact initiatives, drive projects from inception to completion, and synthesize complex business decisions effectively.
- Ability to manage multiple high-impact projects and drive results in fast-paced settings.
- Ability to travel ~20% for supply chain program initiatives and team collaboration.
Compensation: The pay range for this position, based out of the Brooks Seattle HQ, is $121,797 - $182,748 per year. Base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Other:
Brooks is proud to offer a robust benefits package to our employees and their families!
Benefits- including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, HSA and employer contribution, FSA, family & fertility assistance, 401K Savings Plan and match, employee assistance program, and transportation assistance.
Paid Time Off- Brooks offers generous time off including five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, paid sick and parental leave.
Bonus-in addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance.
Perks- including product discounts, employee recognition, fitness discounts, volunteer and donation benefits.
Location- You will spend at least 3 days per week in our Seattle offices, as we believe our organization flourishes when connections, collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, and celebrations happen in person.
At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.
Brooks Running Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Brooks Running and has not been reviewed or approved by Brooks Running.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — A generous yearly bonus structure is repeatedly highlighted as a meaningful add-on to base pay. Product discounts are also described as a notable part of the overall rewards experience.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is characterized as ample and generous, including holidays and PTO. Paid volunteer time and family medical leave broaden time-away options beyond standard vacation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Free daily meals, commuter benefits, and an onsite gym are positioned as tangible day-to-day perks that add value. Flexible work schedules are also framed as supportive of work-life needs.
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The Company
What We Do
Brooks’ purpose is to inspire everyone to run their path by creating the best performance gear and experiences in the world while taking responsibility for our impact on people and the planet. Since 1914, we’ve been propelled by a never-ending curiosity with how humans move. Because, to us, movement is the key to feeling more alive. We’re all moving towards something. Whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
Why Work With Us
Everyone at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation. Our brand values bond us together to drive our success. This means we solve for the runner, do what we say we will, give it our all, are generous with our humanity, and find a way to keep moving every day.
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