Supply chain & logistics analyst
Date: sep 20, 2021 req id: 46230 remote position: yes country: line of business: eyewear division: marchon vsp global is comprised of five complementary businesses that combine high-quality eye care insurance, high-fashion eyewear, customized lenses, ophthalmic technology and retail solutions, with employees in over 23 countriesNo matter the role, we’re all focused on a singular mission: to help people seeLearn more by visiting https://vspglobal.com/cms/careers/ general summary with minimal supervision work as part of a greater team across the entire organization and within supply chain & logistics to participate in cross-division planning, implementation, and communicationAct as a key contributor in supply chain (sc) to execute corporate-wide strategy in partner management, routing methods, merger & acquisitions, erp, and process improvementsEssential functions perform industry, competitor, and customer research to identify trends, opportunities, and threats.
Analyze the performance of sc by preparing reports for sc leadership on a regular and ad hoc basis.
Conducts distribution and network studies to maximize operational efficiencies and create best in class practices.
Assists in the development of logistics plans for production, distribution, and storage of goods.
Participate in interview/research to determine stakeholder business needs and translate into best in class erp/mrp requirement.
Apply advanced analysis skills in the development of business process models, procedures, and systems.
Lead and/or participate on teams to continually look at process improvement strategies for business processes and systems.
Acts as a subject matter expert to provide business requirements for process improvements and system enhancements.
Develop presentations of materials, models, findings, plans, and/or recommendationsJob specifications typically has the following skills or abilities:
Bs in manufacturing, operations, industrial engineering, supply chain, logistics, business, or engineering preferred or equivalent experience.
Two or more years experience analyzing problems and providing solutions; plus data and statistical analysis
Strong business knowledge and experience in supply chain & logistics fundamentals.
Must have experience in erp/mrp (oracle, sap, great plains, lawson, etc.) methodology, strategy, and system integration.
Must have microsoft excel, microsoft powerpoint and data query skills (brio, hyperion, cognos, etc.)
Aptitude to analyze discrete data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce the operating costs of the current and future vsp supply chain (sc) network.
Must have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to handle many different responsibilities with detail, in a dynamic team environment.
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, good negotiation skills, strong problem-solving skills, facilitation, project management, and have the ability to complete projects independently or collaborativelyPreferred skills
Work with top customers to develop tools and metrics that guide and drive the business through collaboration and synergy.
Plan and forecast the key account assortment to secure product for ka segment.
Responsible for market week reporting and presentation to our customers about each vsp customers’ issues and opportunities, key markets/customers and programs designed to meet their goals.
Collaborate with supply planning and logistics team on forecasting, order placement and product end of life.
Partner with inside/outside ka sales teams to support our customers’ needs to meet their goals.
Working conditions / physical demands the working environment is generally favorable, lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etcThe above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classificationIt is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this jobVsp global is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran statusWe maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Job segment: supply chain, logistics, ophthalmic, supply, erp, operations, healthcare, technology
