Lead Supply Chain Optimization Consultant (Remote)

Overview

The Senior Supply Chain Optimization Consultant will play a key role in Annual Operating Plan (AOP) strategic initiatives, such as SKU replenishment strategies, Ship-from-Store, and alternative sourcing. This will be achieved through the development of inventory flowpath models, analyzing the movement of products from vendors to customers (contract, e-commerce, and retail) and pricing support of new Veyer customers.

These models will be developed using SQL databases, supply chain optimization tools, and Excel to drive data-driven decision-making. The recommendations will focus on optimizing inventory costs, transportation expenses, and labor efficiency across distribution centers (DCs), cross-docks, and stores.

Strong candidates will possess the following qualifications & skills: 

• Strong business acumen and supply chain optimization expertise.
• In-depth DC operations knowledge and understanding of inventory flow.
• Advanced coding experience (SQL, VBA, scripting, etc.) and data management skills.
• Strong mathematical modeling and analytical capabilities to develop executable recommendations.
• Ability to communicate complex findings effectively to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• This role requires a combination of technical expertise, business knowledge, and strategic thinking to drive operational efficiencies and cost savings across the supply chain network.

This role requires a combination of technical expertise, business knowledge, and strategic thinking to drive operational efficiencies and cost savings across the supply chain network.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop sourcing models to determine the optimal sourcing strategy—whether from alternate DCs using a carrier, Wholesale, or Virtual Warehouse vendors—to maximize profitability while maintaining customer satisfaction. This will be executed using various supply chain tools.
• Simulate the replenishment process, considering labor costs, picking costs, transportation costs, inventory levels, etc., to determine when inventory should be pushed vs. pulled at different locations. This will be executed using tools such as Shipium simulation tools and other available resources.
• Support supply chain pricing activities by developing models, tools, and recommendations to optimize pricing strategies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in inventory and transportation modeling, analyzing their impact on total network expenses. Develop, troubleshoot, execute, and report on models and simulations that drive inventory and transportation optimizations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand supply chain business processes, gathering critical data for network modeling aimed at optimizing the distribution network for an ideal balance between cost and service.
• Document end-to-end supply chain processes for Veyer’s third-party customers, identifying optimal data sources for model generation and analytical requests. Participate in discussions on operational impacts, providing analytical evidence to influence supply chain leadership. Drive functional cost and efficiency improvements.
• Act as a trusted resource by providing education, empowerment, and training to enhance the capabilities of Veyer’s Supply Chain Support team.
   

Education and Experience:

• Level of Formal Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). Equivalent work experience may be considered in place of formal education.
• Area of Study: Supply Chain, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or Similar
  Years of Experience:    
• Minimum of five years experience in a related field
• Type of Experience: Supply Chain, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or Similar
• Preferred Certifications: Data Retrieval, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Optimization.
• Language Skills:  English (Reading, Writing, and Verbal)
• Technical Competencies: SQL (Advanced), Excel (Advanced), Data Visualization/Reporting Software (PowerBI, Tableau, Cognos), VBA (Proficent), Python (Preferred)
• Skills and Ability: 
  •  Leadership:
    • Naturally curious individual with the ability to succinctly communicate operational strategy to business stakeholders.
    • Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence peers and leadership using factual data
  • Problem Solving & Analytics:
    • Expert in Supply Chain Operations, methods, and procedures.
    • Expert in Mathematical/Statistical Modeling, utilizing data mining to develop feasible solution alternatives.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Advanced proficiency in SQL, Excel, and MS Office products.
    • Experience with Supply Chain optimization techniques and tools.
    • Business Intelligence (BI) reporting experience: Power BI, Tableau, or Cognos preferred.
    • Advanced skills in data retrieval, data management, and data modeling.
    • Strong understanding of data warehouse systems.
    • Experience with Visual Basic (VBA) or similar coding languages.

About The ODP Corporation: The ODP Corporation (NASDAQ:ODP) is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC; ODP Business Solutions, LLC; and Veyer, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day. 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.  

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: The salary range for this role is $82,900/year to $137,650/year, however all state and local minimum wages will be complied with, resulting in a possible adjustment to the salary range displayed. The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! You will be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions. For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button. 

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Application Deadline: The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.