Analyst, Transportation Modeling

Position Overview

The Transportation Modeling Analyst will aid quality operational decisions impacting the supply chain with specific emphasis on outbound transportation operations. This job produces "what-if" analyses in the form of metrics files and presentation slides for review by supply chain leadership, warehouse operators, transportation operators, and financial partners. A set of continually changing & improving simulation and optimization tools are used to create the metrics outputs. There is an expectation to present to leaders up to the VP level.In this role, you will also act as an advisor and subject matter expert for the business, able to answer various questions about each DC operation and general facts about transportation simulation and optimization. This role is responsible for continuously improving existing modeling processes and tools.

Job Description

Description

Remote position

• Conduct operations research in order to develop accurate data models from a variety of data sources (MySQL, Teradata, Oracle, SQL Server) as well as drawing information from operations teams.
• Use transportation modeling desktop applications to load data models, run baseline simulations, and run what-if scenarios.
• Utilize transportation optimization tools and algorithms to optimize customer delivery schedules, customer delivery timing, and delivery resources.
• Present actionable recommendations to finance teams, operations teams, and senior leadership teams with clear, concise communication and visual representations. Present to leaders up to the VP level (rarely asked to present to SVP level or above). Support finance teams with accurate transportation metrics and rationale for operational changes.
• Refresh data models to keep baseline data at the ready for optimization and simulation.
• Improve existing transportation optimization tools, algorithms, and processes to better optimize network constraints and project flow.
• Support management team with ad-hoc requests including but not limited to quantifying change requests for service providers and customers, or performing cost-benefit analyses of new transportation technology applications available.
• Occasional travel regionally when an operational problem cannot be appreciated through data alone.
• Travel Required:Yes

Environment

• Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge : SQL, math and statistics, general supply chain principles
• Special Skills : data analysis, critical thinking and problem solving
• Physical abilities: :
• Other: :

Years Of Experience

• 2-5 : Years of experience in Supply Chain planning, budgeting forecasting, and analytics. Experience with Supply Chain, Warehouse Operations a plus

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - Operations & Supply Chain Management, Master's Degree - Business Administration

Shift

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.