Supply Chain Analyst-3

Welcome to Gordon Food Service We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
- Position Summary:_
- Requirements:_- This is currently a hybrid position with 3 days expected in the office.-
- Must have 3-5 years of similar experience.- What We Offer:_- FULL flex benefits program-
- Company matching RRSP-
- Family culture-
- Advancement opportunities-
- Profit Sharing-
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment-
- 125 year, family owned and operated company history- Essential Functions:_- Executes inventory management activities for product conversions, seasonal/one time buys, long, and obsolete inventory-
- Collaborates with suppliers to solve quality and/or service problems; expedites deliveries as necessary.-
- Maintains an awareness of current market conditions, causal factors (weather, seasonality, etc.), and product availability to properly maintain perishable inventory for our customers while avoiding product loss.-
- Utilize fulfillment software functionality available to set up and maintain perishable items in order to maximize service level while minimizing spoilage and liquidation.-
- Develops and maintains seasonal plans utilizing fulfillment software functionality..-
- Collaborates with suppliers, Traffic department, and Receiving to ensure proper inventory flow into GFS distribution centers.-
- Responsible for releasing Purchase Orders and replenishing inventory.-
- Implements and maintains business rules/processes for service levels, safety stock, buy multiples, inbound freight networks, etc.-
- Performs vendor analysis on a regular basis. Identifies and executes changes to buying parameters in a highly efficient manner resulting in improved service levels, lower spoilage and liquidation, and right sized inventory levels.-
- Works closely with the Merchandising and National Multi-Unit Team to meet all customer product needs, including item transitions, introductions, and discontinuation.-
- Aligns with, and supports enterprise procurement philosophies while meeting divisional business objectives.Performs other duties as assigned.- Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:_- Human Relations - ability to work in teams, interact with others across departments/roles, develop relationships, etc.-
- Self Management - self directed with ability to deal with distraction, repetition, prioritization, fluctuations in workload, ambiguity, etc.-
- Mathematical - knowledge of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiply, divide and percentages).-
- Communication - excellent written, verbal, organizational and communication skills.-
- Time Management - ability to multi-task, prioritize, and execute efficient work processes.-
- Supply Chain Management - knowledge of principles and methods for moving goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits-
- Customer Service - knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.-
- Problem Solver - ability to problem solve and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems by comparing, classifying, innovating, analyzing, coordinating, copying, etc. May refer to established precedents and policies.-
- Product and Category - advanced knowledge of supply chain principles and techniques for highly perishable products.- Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people._
- We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.