Data Analyst

Company: Buyers Edge Platform
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionWho are we?Produce Alliance specializes in delivery of fresh produce to restaurants and other foodservice operators at higher quality and better prices. We provide fresh produce category management services including procurement, national distribution, information services, and food safety assurance to food service clients across North America, the Caribbean and beyond. Produce Alliance manages an alliance of 50+ independently owned specialty distributors of fresh products. Each distributor is carefully selected and commits to full compliance with our audited distribution, purchasing, and category management programs designed for client success. As a Buyers Edge Platform company, we are committed to providing our clients with unprecedented service, superior access to high-quality fresh produce, commodity expertise and strategic supply chain solutions. We are seeking a Data Analyst who will be responsible for assessing, planning and executing all aspects of supply chain reporting. This position will serve as the primary interface for client driven analytic requests, both ad hoc and recurring and will interface with Account Management and be assigned projects as part of the strategic development of clients. This hybrid role will be based near our Chicago, IL office. We are unable to provide sponsorship for work authorization for this role. Responsibilities:· Provide analytical and data management support to Produce Alliance strategic sourcing process and network RFP process.· Support account management with reporting, data visualizations, and one-off analytical needs (internally or externally requested)· Building and maintaining internal and external relationships will be required for success· Support SC Operation in reporting of network level and KPI's· Ad hoc analytical support requests including channel decisions and input for client purchasing negotiations· Engage with Produce Alliance functional areas to communicate customer requests as needed· Work with Produce Alliance IT team to determine reporting requests that can be automated vs managed manually· Perform other duties or functions as assignedFunctional Support Responsibilities:· Position is located in Chicago, IL· Position may require some travel (Skills and Experience Desired:1. Degree in business, engineering, logistics or related field required.2. 3-5 years experience in operations or analytical support function with supply chain focus3. Capacity to build relationships internally & externally4. Self-starter that is detail oriented5. Experience in supply chain technology and desired reporting capabilities6. Proficient with MS Office Suite of products; experience with supply chain visibility tools; willingness to expand software knowledge and learn new packages (e.g. Produce Pro)What's in this for you? Amazing coverages to start. Medical, dental, and vision coverages are just the beginning! We also offer ancillary plans, such as flexible spending accounts for both health and dependent care, critical illness, accident, and voluntary life as well as company paid life and long-term-disability plans! On top of this, we also offer a 401(k) plan with company match.Invest in your success. We will provide you with a thorough training and development program; and offer competitive compensation.Live well = Work well. Relax with our Personal Responsibility Paid Time Off policy where you don't have to accrue time off in order to take it! Produce Alliance welcomes all.We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.Powered by JazzHRQr0843bBK1

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