Logistics Supply Chain Analyst

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact

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PURPOSE:

The Logistics Analyst will provide analytical support to the logistics team and will be responsible for the optimization of the current logistics systems and processes along with D365 analysis.  The focus will be on medium and long term logistics planning for Godiva North America, supporting the optimization of current processes, as well as continually looking ahead to recommend contingencies and identify change opportunities.  This role will also serve as operational backup for international shipping and will be responsible for monitoring the inventory at Godiva’s 3PL warehouses. Other responsibilities will include the preparation of distribution metrics and ad hoc analysis.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES:

• 1. 35% - Provide analytical support to Senior Manager of Logistics on strategic initiatives, productivity initiative opportunities and cross functional initiatives. Retrieve data from ERP, transportation management software, third party freight pay system, and warehouse management software.  Work with Godiva Finance, Godiva Production Operations, Godiva Wholesale Sales, 3PL Operations and other internal and external partners to validate assumptions and quantify operational improvement opportunities. Utilize AI and Power BI to enhance reporting and processes.

• 2. 20% Compile and distribute monthly distribution metrics report.  Work with all distribution channels to develop and communicate meaningful KPIs that provide relevant performance measurement and facilitate the identification of strategic improvement opportunities

• 3. 15% - Monitor inventory reports and inventory flow between the manufacturing plant and 3PL distribution centers.  Maintain and reconcile inventory as needed.     

• 4. 15% -. Collaborate with Logistics Specialist and Transportation Manager to provide systems support in driving service improvement initiatives.  Work with Godiva carriers and Godiva EDI team to ensure EDI/on-time delivery compliance and accuracy of on-time delivery data base.  Ensure that timely/accurate shipment status information is accessible to Wholesale CSRs via Godiva’s ERP.  Administer monthly carrier report cards.   

• 5. 10% - Serve as project manager and/or a resource for Supply Chain analytics.  Serve as lead or co-lead on data analytic projects related to all distribution systems including, but not limited to, ERP and freight payment.

• 6.  5% - Review daily reports to help with metric data and to analyze daily performance against established service level metrics.  

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Essential Criteria:

• Strong computer skills in spread sheet applications, word processing applications, PowerPoint, AI, Power BI

• Strong communication skills with a proven ability to interact effectively with other departments 

• Knowledge of basic Inventory and financial transactions within supply chain functions.

• Knowledge of Logistic functions to include but not limited to air and ground carrier rate structures, service capabilities and capacity constraints

• Strong analytical skills with the capability to perform independent data analysis, verify the results, and organize them into presentation form  

• Knowledge of data collection sources and cost accounting. 

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience with computerized routing software, including data base management and file transfers between PC based and ERP applications.   Experience with web-based applications preferred. 

• Supervisory experience in an office environment is a plus  

• Experience with Logistics KPI’s, dashboard measurements, cost to serve, service level agreements and activity-based costings

• Knowledge of basic D365 operations

• Experience with internal and external policy enforcement

• Experience with AI and Power BI 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant field 

• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Desirable Criteria

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant field

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

Basic Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, able to respond and interact with both internal and external stakeholders at every level

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Assertive and able to effectively manage crisis / high stress situations calmly and professionally

• Credible team player with good influence skills, particularly with regard to qualitative, abstract concepts

Desirable Criteria

• Demonstrated leadership abilities

• Innate ability to translate technical metrics / terms into business related syntax

• Strategic thinking – ability to establish the vision and future direction to enable to company to maintain a leadership role in the professions and industry

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

Base starting salary ranges from $77k - $90k/year. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, this role includes:

• An annual incentive opportunity, awarded based on individual and company performance.

• A comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

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We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.