Sr Supply Chain Analyst

Sr. Supply Chain Analyst

Your role:

As the Sr. Supply Chain Analyst, you will be responsible for providing meaningful data and analysis to support the S&OP process, optimizing the network via modeling software, as well as act as the subject matter expert for the data & analytics for T&L and other Supply Chain functions. This role covers North America including Canada and Puerto Rico and Emerging Nutrition locations. This role primarily interacts with the broader Supply Chain, Sales, Operations and some external entities to deliver least cost fulfillment, a customer expectation, and enables Ardent Mills to maximize profitability.  In addition, this role will supply analytics for large scale supply initiatives (strategic initiatives, S&OP, forecasting, etc). To succeed, you must be able to:

• Deliver results in first-time situations by inspiring others and working to earn trust every day.
• Serve others with understanding, respect, and care.
• Operate with simplicity, clarity and transparency.
• Deal with and drive change.
• Organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines.
• Learn and apply new technology and share your knowledge with others.

Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with reliability, integrity, compliance and in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.

Your responsibilities:

• Data & Analytics
  • Expand and optimize the use of established data best practices and tools across Ardent Mills to help drive profitability; identify synergies, opportunities for collaboration and process improvement and serve as a Data and Analytics SME for Supply Chain.
  • Utilize data visualization and analytics tools, such as Power BI and other relevant software, to support cross-functional business needs. This includes developing a deep understanding of all source systems that generate data, ensuring data integrity, and effectively transforming raw data into actionable insights for analytics and reporting
  • Develop and support analytics for the creation of the P&L and to enable the team to uncover trends, gaps, and opportunities for improving profitability within Transportation and Logistics.
  • As a result of analysis, identify and implement new initiatives that bring value and simplicity to the Ardent Mills T&L team.
  • Data owner for pricing software (Zilliant) in support of the Pricing team

• Network Optimization
  • Expert on network optimization tools, model logic, and data. Support logistics team in identifying back-up capacity mills to ensure the flexibility of our network and the delivery of ELEMEDs.
  • Development of the process, systems and tools that will establish a robust approach to network optimization.  This includes base models, unconstrained model, what-if scenario planning leading to a comprehensive list of initiatives that Ardent Mills will pursue to improve service, reduce cost, and maximize profitability.
  • Measure the performance and potential impact of the network optimization tool.

• S&OP
  • Design, develop, and maintain a comprehensive KPI dashboard for the S&OP process to enable the centralized real-time insights into performance, forecasts, and trends, facilitating informed decision-making, collaboration across departments, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Submitting quarterly USDA reporting, receive the industry reports for both (US & Canada) and create internal communication that brings insights into Ardent’s market position.
  • Participate in the AOP planning process by supporting the build of the sales volume plan and the downstream impacted functions, including T&L, Procurement and Operations. Responsible for creating the revenue budget for rail and truck.
  • System owner of statistical forecast software ensuring accurate integration of data both to system and back to in house analytics. Responsible for the accurate upload of changes to customer forecasted volumes.
  • Own creation of monthly runtime capacity planning in support of the supply planning process across all entities

Essential skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years sales, analytics, network modeling, supply chain, finance, operations or grain risk/merchandising experience
• Demonstrated ability delivering profitable results
• Understanding of customer market behavior and the capabilities of Ardent Mills plants
• Know the key levers in the business that drive behavior and results
• Strong desire to improve business acumen
• Strong technical skills with Excel, experience with Power BI report building
• Strategic thinker; creative and capable structured problem solver
• Self-starter with a high degree of energy and passion; ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize
• Collegial/collaborative style; demonstrated ability to work closely with others to conceptualize, test, and implement new ideas

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good to have:

• Technical skills with Power Platforms, D365, SQL and other tool sets
• Transportation experience and/or knowledge of Ardent Mills TMS
• Network modeling software or similar experience
• Experience with PnLs or cost accounting

Location:

Remote CO

Address:

126 Remote, Denver CO, 80202

Additional Locations (if applicable):

Employment Type:

Full time

Additional Information:

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION:

We provide market-driven base pay, based on skills, abilities, and level of experiences. Our salary ranges are broad, and individual salary will be market competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of skills and level of experience. The starting range for this position is $86,200.00 - $114,915.90, with additional earning potential possible commensurate with experience. Additionally, we believe that our team members are the reason for our success and all team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. While the specific bonus plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions, the targeted bonus plan and targeted percentage amount for this role is Bonus - MIP, 10% Annual.

BENEFITS:

At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include: • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts • Life and Disability Programs • Voluntary Benefit Programs • Company Sponsored Wellness Programs • Retirement Savings with Company Match • Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays • Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE).

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

01/17/2025

EEO Commitment:

At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills. The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.

En Ardent Mills, todos importan y todos tienen voz. Estamos comprometidos a brindar un ambiente de respeto mutuo donde haya igualdad de oportunidades disponibles para todos los solicitantes y miembros del equipo y las decisiones se basarán en el mérito, la competencia, el desempeño y las necesidades comerciales. Estamos orgullosos de ser un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. No discriminamos por motivos de raza, color, religión, credo, origen nacional, ascendencia, estado civil, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, discapacidad física o mental, embarazo, información genética, condición de veterano, edad, política. afiliación, o cualquier otra característica no meritoria protegida por ley o no. Juntos, celebrando nuestras diferencias, formamos Ardent Mills. La descripción del puesto anterior ha sido diseñada para indicar la naturaleza general y los deberes y responsabilidades esenciales del trabajo realizado por los empleados dentro de este puesto. Es posible que no contenga un inventario completo de todos los deberes, responsabilidades y calificaciones requeridas de los empleados en este puesto. La descripción, los deberes, las funciones y las responsabilidades están sujetos a cambios a discreción de Ardent Mills.