Supply Chain Analyst - Import - #262136

Summary

Lidl US is searching for the next Supply Chain Analyst to join our Import - Wholesale team! The Supply Chain Analyst - Import is responsible for ensuring products are ordered and delivered in a timely manner. This role requires data-driven decision making, strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills. The Supply Chain Analyst - Import liaises with multiple internal and external stakeholders to communicate any potential issues that could jeopardize the delivery of a product.

What You’ll Do

Essential Functions

• Oversees and manages assigned project and/or departments data, ensuring it meets predetermined contractual or policy requirements
• Conduct data entry and data management for various department projects
• Assist with the development of training materials such as manuals, handbooks, presentations, diagrams, workflows, and project plans
• Place orders in an accurate and timely manner
• Monitor Inbound shipments and establish priorities based on business needs
• Execute Inventory Control activities
• Operate and utilize various Enterprise applications & systems including SAP ERP, WMS Systems and other software
• Demonstrate solid understanding of the company’s processes, systems and team’s KPIs
• Support complex projects without errors in deadline-driven environment
• Communicate with internal and external departments to ensure accurate and timely delivery of product
• Assist with the development of manuals, handbooks, and reports
• Support process optimizations
• Update and maintain department's KPIs
• Prepare data for 4-Eye release principle
• Identify possible stock issues and recommend measures to mitigate risk
• Understand relevant import regulations in detail and act accordingly
• Identify and escalate issues proactively in a timely manner
• Train or guide the work of other team members as required
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

What You’ll Need

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Strong Excel skills
• Ability to work independently
• Solid understanding of ordering, replenishment, and logistics principles
• Ability to work on different projects and tasks simultaneously
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to respond effectively to changing workloads and conflicting priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Familiarity with grocery industry and relevant legal requirements
• Familiarity with SAP ERP Systems
  
  

Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1-3 years of experience in a related field
• In lieu of degree, 5+ years of experience in related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above
  
  

Physical Job Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
  
  

Travel Requirements

• This position requires overnight domestic and international travel less than 25% of the time
  
  

What You’ll Receive

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Medical | Dental | Vision coverage
• Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match and 2 year vesting schedule)
• And so much more, visit our benefits page for more details and the latest updates
  
  

In addition to the great benefits above, our Full-Time employees receive these additional benefits: Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness and/or Accident Insurance, Parental Leave – 100% pay for birth mothers and non-birth parents, Additional Paid Time-Off & Sick Time.