Supply Chain Manager

DESCRIPTION:

oProvides Logistics support across major operations company-wide (Perishables Purchasing)
oContributes to development of the organization's overall supply and logistics strategy.
oSupports various launch activities by performing services including:
Attends and participates in regional, national and inter-team meetings
Maintaining OneNote updates (SOP's)
Forecasting - Logistics
oIdentifies, evaluates and capitalizes on opportunities to reduce costs by improving buying patterns and supply channels through collaboration with purchasing
oAccurately manages email flow, maintains good records of communications and provides documentation as required to support inquiries and help with issue resolution
oCompiles data, ensures accuracy and performs in-depth analysis as needed
oAnalyzes and interprets data results and communicates findings to the team
oCommunicates all relevant information and keeps everyone on the same page at all times; fosters collaboration with the group to lower cost of goods to WFM
oAssists with the development of new reporting tools to be used by buying teams (global and regional, to support purchasing operational needs and executive decision-making)
oPrepares materials and supports buyer communication as needed
oMonitors the functional activity processes and outcomes; recommend areas for continuous improvement
oWith oversight, performs the truck forecasting tasks, particularly for holiday planning
oAssists with managing transportation carriers
oSupports team leadership by communicating truck planning issues, interpreting weekly reports and resolving arrival conflicts
oCommunicates, represents, and upholds WFM's core values and business philosophy to Team Members and vendor/supply/carrier partners
oProvides data and works as liaison for WFM Purchasing team
oMonitors the trucking and delivery schedules to proactively identify potential issues and conflicts for all regions
oWorks with trucking, delivery, storage, and other stakeholders to resolve issues.
oReviews periodic reports for patterns, trends, and systemic issues; communicating improvement recommendations to Senior Team Leader
oDrives improvement in key performance metrics, such as order fill rate, on-time delivery, inventory turns, service levels at shelf, returns, and inventory levels versus budget.
oTracks and reports on key metrics on a regular basis.
oResponsible for daily tracking of load status while in transit, understanding and documenting dwell time at pick up and delivery locations.
oEnsures optimal use of processes and policies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the Transportation Management System (TMS)
oMaintains complete and accurate records of all transactions and projections.
oAssist with planning and execution of Transportation Procurement RFPs


Key job responsibilities
oAdvanced knowledge of inventory management, carrier relations, ordering and disposition processes and standards
oAdvanced proficiency with standard ordering, delivery, trucking and transportation practices and procedures.
oExcellent mathematical skills
oAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
oStrong desire to enable others to achieve success
oComfortable with ongoing shifts in demands and priorities
oClarifies and handles multiple concurrent and diverse activities
oExcellent client service skills
oConveys and or consults on issues of moderate to significant complexity
oRegularly interacts with colleagues or customers up to the senior leadership level
oProvides process and policy advice to Team Members and clients/customers
oReceives general direction, work may be completed without pre-established procedures
oResolves complex issues escalated from TM's
oProvides direction and coaching for TM's
oApplies analytical skills to evaluate and interprets complex situations
oPresents problem analyses and recommends solutions in a creative and logical manner
oHandles a diverse range of issues requiring evaluation of a variety of factors, including business trends
oPossesses deep understanding of the WFM organizations structure, hierarchy and approval levels
oUnderstands and influences the types and timing of various departmental deadlines and events
oUnderstands how Logistics decision and recommendations may impact third-party business and operations

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- 2+ years of program or project management experience
- 1+ years of supply chain experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Knowledge of Lean principles and DMAIC methodology
- Experience in MS Access and SQL
- Experience in requirement gathering and ability to write clear and detailed requirement document

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, TX, Austin - 64,200.00 - 96,200.00 USD annually