Operations Analyst – Supply Chain Jobs

● 5+ years' experience in functional analysis of warehouse management and transportation management systems.

● Own the application lifecycle management (projects, continuous improvement & support as required)

● Support and optimize organizational change management and technical change control functions.

● Acquire & share knowledge of emerging business needs, technology, and solutions to help improve client’s operations.

● Strong teamwork, analytical and problem-solving skills

● Specific experience with SAP Supply Chain modules and applications would be a definite asset.

Program Management: Knowledge of program management techniques and practices to drive execution of multifaceted integration projects

Facilitate the identification of project risks and establish risk management plans.

Consult with and influence management, at various levels, in and across a wide variety of functions.

Secure and manage cross-functional resources.

Lead Design to Value routines that include system pipeline of cost savings projects with confidence levels.

Lead projects and programs that are value and sustainability driven.

Project management experience and skills an asset.

Excellent knowledge of ERP MRP II environments, with specific competency in inventory management and production control.

Ensure improvement efforts remain compliant with customer and regulatory requirements and all internal controls.

Minimum 5 years' experience in a complex production and planning environment preferred.

Minimum 5 years' combined experience with data analysis and process improvement preferred.

Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Experience with a large national retailer is preferred - specifically in supply chain or warehouse management systems

Extremely organized with strong time-management skills

Conduct meetings and presentations to effectively communicate findings and plans to cross-functional team members and management.

Suggest changes to senior management using analytics to support your recommendations. Actively participate in the implementation of approved changes

Requirements Analysis. Evaluate business processes, anticipate requirements, uncover areas for improvement. Develop and implement solutions.

4+ years' of Business Analysis experience with

Post-secondary education in Data Analytics, Statistic, Business Studies, Supply Chain Management (or Industrial Engineering) together with related experience

Demonstrated medium/large project management experience

Expert knowledge and experience using MS Office particularly Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Power BI

Demonstrated and relevant 2+ years of experience in retail supply chain operations, analytics, forecasting and modelling

Knowledge of complex value analysis methodologies, financial concepts related to ABC costing analysis, and operational efficiency measurement techniques

Highly effective communications skills – both verbal and written

Lead contact for scheduling of local co-pack sites, capacity management, operational performance oversight

Management & communication of activity deliverables (e.g. seasonal, promotions, innovation, discontinuations) projects as assigned

lead contact for scheduling of local co-pack sites, capacity management, operational performance oversight

management & communication of activity deliverables (e.g. seasonal, promotions, innovation, discontinuations) projects as assigned

Track and manage adherence to key KPI, root cause failure, driving counter measure actions

Monitor and manage all stock movements

Minimum 5 – 8 years working experience in demand-supply balancing, order administration or supply chain management, preferably in manufacturing environment.

Degree in Operations / Supply Chain Management, APICS certification or other supply chain designation is desirable.

Supporting data entry personnel with the cycle-count program to ensure accuracy.

Manage the Excess & Obsolete process for the Operations segment of the Quarterly E&O analysis.

Strong analytical skills and ability to multi-task.

Experience in inventory control, production planning, scheduling, purchasing, and/or cost analysis.

Must have or be willing to take the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certification course and WHMIS certification

Experience with computerized inventory control and tracking systems is preferred

Experience with SAP is an asset

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of pick control locations and units of issue is preferred

Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position (unloading trucks/loading, moving, pushing, lifting, and reaching)

5+ years' experience in functional analysis of warehouse management and transportation management systems;

Own the application lifecycle management (projects, continuous improvement & support as required);

Support and optimize organizational change management and technical change control functions;

Acquire & share knowledge of emerging business needs, technology, and solutions to help improve company operations;

Strong teamwork, analytical and problem-solving skills;

Strong communication & collaboration skills, capable of building relationships across multiple levels of IT, solution partners, and business operations;

Minimum 7 years of experience in operations management or related field.

Continued development and management of third-party suppliers both for materials and services for manufacturing.

Experience working in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical and/or GMP facility an asset.

Experience in delivering transformational change and embedding the right behaviors and consistency.

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Comprehensive Benefit Package (Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance)

- Experience with inventory management

- Lead overall inventory management through mix of visual management and systems implementation

- Assist in broader push towards perpetual inventory management

- Collaborate with MSR management & shop leadership to ensure project specific procurement needs are met

- Provide periodic reporting and ad hoc analysis highlighting business insights to MSR management

- Strong computer skills (Strong excel literacy required. Intermediate skills related to Word, Outlook)

Minimum 7 years of experience in operations management or related field.

Continued development and management of third-party suppliers both for materials and services for manufacturing.

Experience of delivering operational excellence with the requisite knowledge of appropriate systems and techniques (including lean, waste reduction, energy reduction, scrap).

Experience working in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical and/or GMP facility an asset.

Experience of delivering transformational change and embedding the right behaviors and consistency.

Previous experience of operational leadership within a complex, regulated manufacturing environment.

Proven ability to manage finances and budgets

Reporting Skills and Analyzing Information

Global supply chain and logistics experience

In-depth knowledge of diverse business functions, such as KPI/PKR and evaluating metrics

Evaluate departmental resource and capacity plan, drive the human resource planning and facilitate hiring and onboarding process when needed.

Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure that core operational functions achieve their business objectives.

- Monthly promotional reviews with Key Account Managers (KAMs)

- 5+ years of supply chain experience

- Previous experience in CPFR role is highly desired

- Strong MS Office Skills ( Excel, Word, Outlook, PPT)

- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

- Strong problem solving, influencing and negotiating skills

Project management experience and skills are a plus.

Collaborate with Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Program Management, and Finance to identify business process improvement opportunities and suggest system modifications.

Excellent prioritization and time management abilities; adept at managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Proficiency in ERP MRP II environments, with expertise in inventory management and production control.

Analyze, update, and manage ERP Master Data to optimize inventory targets, supporting on-time delivery objectives and minimizing scrap risk.

Ensure continuous improvement efforts adhere to customer, regulatory, and internal control requirements.

Working with the VP to manage all customer accounts.

Experience in sulphur industry preferred

Working directly with trucking companies, railroads and other service providers to ensure smooth logistics for our suppliers

Creating and updating weekly truck nominations

On call to answer trucking, rail and forming plant issues after normal office hours.

Interested in getting started in a career in operations, inventory management, distribution and/or logistics

Looking to upgrade their resume, job search, and interview skills

looking to upgrade their resume, job search, and interview skills

Unemployed and have worked for at least 600 EI insurable hours

Dedicated to 12 weeks of in-class training, obtaining a Supply Chain Warehousing Certificate, and engaging with various practical industry training partners

Located in the Edmonton area

Order Management Back-up as required

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

"Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related subject;

Proficient knowledge of SAP and Excel. Experience supporting customers or in a customer-facing role.

Manage the daily stock prioritization process for assigned customer and categories, securing inventory to help bridge through supply challenges

Provide twice daily direction/re-cap to customer experience team on all prioritized skus

Vendor Management, ensuring all forecast and flow requirements are executed to defined targets/standards

Facilitate Forecasting, Order Review / Inventory Management, Replenishment, Assortment and Sales Analysis, and manage relationships with domestic Suppliers (LCL and SDM)

Ensure all data management pertaining to forecasts, product and vendor attributes are maintained

Attend and participate in category meetings with limited direction from your managers

Post-secondary education in Business, Economics, Engineering or Marketing

2-3 years’ experience in the retail/wholesale grocery business would be an asset

Strong computer skills and a solid background working with modern office software and reporting tools

Generate and maintain critical supply and demand files for all planning horizons

Field all request-for-inquiry and request-for-quote from our Offshore, North American, and Specialty sales teams

Work with the Operations, Secondary Manufacturing, and Reman teams on supply solutions

Generate reports, identify trends in demand and supply, and provide support in scenario planning and Sales & Operations Planning process.

Post-secondary Business Degree (preferably focused on Wood Science or Supply Chain).