Associate Supply Chain Analyst Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Job Summary Develops new tools and processes to support supply chain goals and objectives. Identify problems through analysis, creating sustainable solutions, and influencing key decision makers on supply chain strategies. Support channel strategy, supply chain metrics, and inventory management strategy and execution. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities Participates in developing new forecasting, order replenishment and logistics channel decision processes. Identifies all key stakeholders, owners, and resources needed to execute. Educates and influences all key supply chain stakeholders on the benefits of the new processes. Develops decision support tools and financial models to analyze the cost/benefit tradeoffs of inventory. Analyzes multi-tier distribution channels to determine cost and service level tradeoffs for product categories. Develops forecasting tools to support collaborative planning with merchandising suppliers. Analyzes and gathers supply chain best practices and develops strategies in support of supply chain business case development. Conducts day-to-day business analysis supporting the supply chain managers. Supports all central replenishment activities including: development of new forecasting tools, meeting with vendors to collaborate inventory forecasting and replenishment strategies. Partners with merchants to plan for promotions, price changes, and exit strategies. Manages the day-to-day replenishment activities, answers store replenishment questions and reports and follows up on all key inventory metrics. Nature and Scope Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems. Demonstrates skill in data analysis and techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data. Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor. May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel. Work Environment Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Education and Experience Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally 0-2 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in a related field. Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people. Equal Employment Opportunity HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. At HD Supply, we believe that our core purpose is to improve our associates’ lives and equip them with the tools needed to provide exceptional customer experiences every day. As one of the largest industrial distributors in North America, we enable our customers’ success by consistently delivering what they need, where and when they need it.

HD SUPPLY

has more than 80 years of experience supporting our customers with leadership positions in the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO). With 44 distribution centers spread across 25 states and two Canadian provinces, HD Supply provides an expansive offering of approximately 200,000 SKUs featuring high-quality, name-brand and proprietary products – all at competitive prices. Combine this with our industry-leading, value-add services – including localized jobsite delivery, will-call and direct-ship options, diversified logistics and innovative solutions – and you can see why our more than 300,000 customers continue to trust HD Supply as their first choice supplier for getting the job done.