SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST

Description

About Us:

Join Hartz, where our love for pets drives everything we do. With over 95 years of commitment to pet care excellence, we are a trusted household name across the United States.  Innovation is at the heart of our mission as we continuously strive to provide products that nurture the special bond between pets and their owners, ensuring they experience nothing but Unconditional Love.

As leaders in the pet care industry, we are dedicated to pioneering advancements that enhance the well-being of pets, leading to happier, healthier, and longer lives.  Our success is fueled by the passion and dedication of our diverse team members, who bring their unique perspectives and talents to every aspect of our work.
 

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and supportive work environment where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are valued and empowered to thrive.  At Hartz, your contributions matter, whether collaborating in the office or embracing the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement.  Together, we empower our employees and furry companions to make a meaningful impact within our company and beyond.  Join us in shaping the future of pet care and experience the joy of making a difference, one pet at a time. 

What We Offer …

• Hybrid Work Schedule: Enjoy flexibility with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.
• Pet-Friendly Culture: Bring your pet to work and enjoy a casual, inclusive environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a generous 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy up to 34 paid days off annually, plus additional paid leaves. 
• Paid Parental Leave & Insurance: Company-paid parental leave, along with Life & Disability Insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Healthcare FSA, and Mental Health Assistance program (EAP).
• Tuition Reimbursement & Career Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and other learning and development opportunities.
• Employee Perks: Volunteer opportunities, fun employee events, and more!

The Role …

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven individual to join our Distribution Logistics team. As a Supply Chain Analyst, you’ll be at the heart of operations, leveraging your analytical skills to transform data into actionable insights that drive efficiency and optimize our supply chain. In this role, you will support Supply Chain Operations by accurately compiling and analyzing data, with a strong focus on labor cost analysis, warehouse performance metrics, and freight spend optimization.

Additionally, you will generate reports and develop dashboards, while also supporting seamless distribution processes by analyzing logistical and warehouse operations to identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process improvements.

This position is located at our Secaucus, NJ corporate headquarters, and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule.  While the ideal candidate will be located within the New York/New Jersey Metropolitan area, we are open to candidates who are willing to relocate — with the understanding that the company does not provide relocation assistance and all associated costs will be the candidate’s responsibility. 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on data analysis and is driven to create measurable impact in a fast-paced, data-centric environment!

Your Responsibilities …

Data Analysis & Reporting 

• Collaborate with Supply Chain & IT teams to develop and implement reports and dashboards that support data-driven decision-making
• Ensure reports and dashboards accurately reflect requested data and are presented in a clear, user-friendly format
• Generate ad-hoc reports, data models, analyses, and benchmarking requests to support the Supply Chain team as needed
• Identify key drivers and root causes through data analysis, presenting findings clearly and concisely
• Conduct in-depth analyses to uncover trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for supply chain optimization
• Collaborate with Logistics to measure and report on freight spend  

Process Optimization & Automation 

• Assess WMS/LMS system configurations and warehouse/logistics processes to recommend enhancements that drive operational efficiency
• Improve data reporting efficiency by automating and optimizing processes, reducing manual effort in recurring reporting, benchmarking, analytics tasks. 
• Partner with Procurement, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to refine and streamline inventory control processes

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Workflow Management 

• Collaborate with Supply Chain & 3PLs to measure and report on labor metrics/KPIs/performance/warehouse efficiency/spend
• Develop expertise in both the functional and technical aspects of supply chain process and data
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Requirements

You’ll Need…

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or related field
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supply chain analysis position or related role
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with WMS/LMS configurations and processes; Manhattan Scale preferred
• Performance Metrics Management: Proven expertise in managing Warehouse Labor Metrics/KPIs and Freight Spend to drive operational efficiency and cost control
• Process Improvement Experience: Prior experience in driving process optimization that supports continuous improvement initiatives
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, IF statement, macros, INDEX & MATCH)
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and data visualization skills, capable of identifying trends, patterns, and outliers in data analyses
• Data Modeling Skills: Experience modeling complex “what-if” scenarios
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, coupled with the ability to present findings and recommendations effectively
• Time Management Skills: Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently 
• Business Travel: Willingness and ability to travel domestically a few times a year 

Preferred Skills…

• System Proficiency: Knowledge of IBM Planning Analytics, IBM Cognos Analytics, and Oracle ERP a plus
• Forecasting Skills: Experience with forecasting a plus