Principal Supply Chain Analyst

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The purpose of the principal-level Supply Chain Analyst role is to provide subject matter expertise and innovation in shaping the direction of the organization's supply chain function. The Principal Supply Chain Analyst serves as a visionary leader, driving transformative change, and influencing industry best practices. This role involves spearheading complex initiatives, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving sustainable growth through cutting-edge solutions and strategic partnerships. The Principal Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for shaping the future of supply chain management within the organization and positioning it as a leader in the industry. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts as a subject matter expert with wide-ranging experience using professional concepts in developing resolution to critical issues and broad design matters.

• Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel Provide business/technical support to Corporate, Supply Chain, and Distribution Center personnel for Supply Chain system initiatives, including testing and implementing new technologies, functionality, or system or user enhancements.

• Develop standardized reporting/dashboards as per business needs.

• Develop and support knowledge transfer for process changes, system implementations, business requirements gathering, and best practices.

• Responsible for triaging issues, finding root causes for problems, and corresponding solutions with team members from the rest of the Supply Chain Solutions Team and DTI.

• lead continuous improvement projects and ensure project teams complete deliverables on time. 

• Advanced critical thinking and root cause corrective action mindset to develop solutions and drive strategic initiatives.  

• Identify issues, evaluate resources needed to correct issues and model and present solutions to senior management. 

• Assist with the development of KPIs and measurement tools.

• Execute within required timelines on high-level projects assisting senior leadership where needed. 

• Cultivate and maintain successful relationships with other functional departments and business colleagues from various business units. 

• Facilitate and present data at an executive level.

• Cultivate and maintain successful relationships with other functional departments and business colleagues from various business units. 

• May assist junior-level staff with general tasks that require a better understanding of processes as directed by immediate supervisor.

• Proactive identification of future best practices for daily operations and analytics/relevant BI tools.

• May refer to senior-level staff for assistance with higher-level problems that may arise.

• Escalate issues to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.

• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.

• Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.

• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations.  See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to travel as necessary to meet supply chain systems demands / requirements.

SUPERVISION:

• None

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

• Major’s Preferred: Engineer, MIS, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration 

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:  

• 8+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree; 5+ years of experience with Master’s degree

• Relevant advanced degree preferred. 

• Advanced critical thinking and root cause corrective action mindset to develop solutions and drive strategic initiatives.

• Has advanced Excel/relevant software skills for applicable systems/tools. 

• Ability to offer unique insight not identified by other analysts in their relevant field. 

• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement those changes while working closely with cross functional stakeholders. 

• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships.

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Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.