Distribution Operations Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze warehouse operations, performance metrics, and logistics data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to warehouse productivity, inventory accuracy, transportation costs, and order fulfillment.
• Partners with warehouse, transportation, and supply chain teams to streamline distribution processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Support the implementation of new technologies, systems, and process improvements in distribution and logistics.
• Monitor and forecast inventory movement, demand trends, and capacity requirements to optimize storage.
• Provide analytical support for network optimization projects, including warehouse space utilization, transportation routing, and carrier performance.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure data accuracy and integration between systems (e.g., WMS, TMS, ERP).
• Create, manage, and distribute in accordance with quality policies, job aides, work instructions and learning materials related to distribution operations (warehousing and transportation).
• Manage and resolve complaints in company quality system (ETQ).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in a distribution, logistics, or supply chain analyst role preferred.
• PREFERRED: Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Familiarity with WMS, TMS, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Manhattan).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Project management experience is a plus.