We are seeking a talented and experienced Analyst of Supply Chain Modeling and Optimization focusing on Simulation to lead and collaborate on the design, development, deployment of tools and strategies that will enable more effective data-driven decision making. This individual will provide guidance through advanced analytics modeling and optimizing facilities within the Supply Chain. The Modeling and Optimization role should have a firm understanding of end-to-end distribution processes and analytical skills.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled communicator with experience telling compelling stories through data-driven insights.

• You will create simulation models of our distribution centers that will help determine efficiency opportunities.

• You will work closely with other teams such as Engineering and Operations in the validation of the models and in the design of potential scenarios that will improve the total outcome.

• You will collaborate in developing a cost to serve model.

• You will implement and support the new inhouse modeling capabilities – process, tools, training.

• You will collaborate in the creation of business cases to close gaps and define capex requirements.

• You will provide advice and insights on improving existing capabilities.

Additionally, you will:

• Design interactive business intelligence dashboards to share input and outputs.

• Develop and train team to utilize self-service modeling functionality.

• Stay up to date with modeling and simulations trends.

• A degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Quantitative Methods, Business Analytics, Data Science or related field or equivalent professional qualification/workplace skills.

• On hands experience using simulation and analytical tools.

• Normally requires a minimum of three (3) years directly related and progressively responsible experience.

• Project Management / Agile on hands experience.

MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong passion for operations and simulation.

• Practical knowledge of tools, frameworks and technologies such as Simulation (AnyLogic/Arena/EnterpriseDynamics/ProModel/etc), Business intelligence (PowerBI, Tableau, Qlik)

• Experience pulling and cleaning data from Cloud Platforms (Google, Azure), or Supply Chain Tools (including ERP, WMS, TMS, Inventory & Forecasting Tools)

• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to evaluate business problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions.

• Team oriented and collaborative working style.

• Growth mindset, positive attitude and strong interest in solving business challenges, adapting to a changing work environment.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to communicate (and work) effectively with people from different technical and business backgrounds, acting as a liaison, understanding, and appreciating different perspectives and translating into terms necessary for any group or individual to understand.

• Presentation skills: ability to present and discuss technical information in a manner that establishes rapport, persuades others, and establishes understanding for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Shows tactful discretion with difficult/sensitive information.

• Ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently.

• Ability to identify the appropriate level of detail and effort commensurate with assigned tasks.

• Must be able to interact well with others both directly (face-to-face) and remotely within a multi-discipline shared work environment.