Supply Chain Solutions Analyst II, Continuous Improvement

Company: Niagara Bottling LLC
Location: Diamond Bar
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

At Niagara, were looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Supply Chain Solutions Analyst II, Continuous ImprovementThe Supply Chain Continuous Improvement Analyst II will develop, execute, monitor, and report the progress of continuous improvement projects set forth by the Supply Chain Solutions Group. The SCCI Analyst II will be responsible for developing and executing the entire project management spectrum from requirements gathering and planning through execution and signoff. They will develop their own project management, communication, and CI skills, while building Supply Chain business acumen. They will map processes, analyze work and information flows for standardization, automation and optimization opportunities, and analyze data to determine efficacy and control of CI projects, always seeking the most optimal solution. They will be the primary process engineers for Supply Chain Solutions processes, improvement projects, and technologies. The SCCI II requests predictive, prescriptive analysis from SC Business Intelligence, perform experiments (full projects) for SCBI and feeds SCBI the resultant data to BI for analysis.Essential Functions
  • Understands opportunities for business process improvement, and seeks to learn and document underlying and existing business processes.
  • Test plans and/or test cases (help translate functional requirements/specifications into working test plans and/or test cases)
  • Documents and monitors business processes, business rules, metrics and standard operating procedures of improvement initiatives and Supply Chain.
  • Analyzes different solutions for ROI, CBA, and feasibility to determine best solution.
  • Performs testing, documenting, reporting, analysis, task fulfillment, and daily communication of improvement project objectives
  • Establishes methods and coordinates implementation of new processes and technology throughout the Supply Chain department.
  • Executes other projects and tasks as identified and assigned.
  • Executes solutions to be simple, yet impactful and provide results that are tangible and measurable.
  • Ensure seamless transition of business process during change management.
  • Manage several projects with shifting priorities and timeframes
  • Stays current on emerging tools, techniques and technologies that can support process improvement.
  • Plans and implements projects
  • Helps define project scope, goals and deliverables
  • Defines tasks and required resources
  • Allocates project resources
  • Creates schedule and project timelines
  • Tracks deliverables
  • Presents to stakeholders reports on progress as well as problems and solutions
  • Implements and manages change when necessary to meet project outputs
  • Evaluates and assesses results of projects
  • Collaborates with Sales, Operations, and Customer Service teams
  • Constantly drives process improvement by leveraging out-of-the-box thinking & exploring creative avenues.
  • Performs ad hoc tasks as delegated by management
  • Records and reports actions taken throughout many departmental processes, for the purpose of analysis support and SOP generation
  • Monitors and follows up on actions required from external parties for existing improvement projects.
  • Designs, illustrates, and publishes flow charts, decision trees, SOPs, charts, calendars and multiple other visualizations in support of documentation, project management and communication
  • Promotes and develops a continuous improvement culture across the department
  • Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.Qualifications
    • Minimum Qualifications:
    • 2 Years Supply Chain, IT, Engineering or similar
    • 2 Years Data Analysis, Data Science, Data Presentation Architecture and/or Statistics
    • 2 Years Business Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Business Process Engineering *experience may include a combination of work experience and education
    • Preferred Qualifications:
    • 4 Years Supply Chain, IT, Engineering or similar
    • 4 Years Data Analysis, Data Science, Data Presentation Architecture and/or Statistics
    • 4 Years Business Process Improvement
    • 4 Years Manufacturing Supply Chain Experience
    • 4 Years Supply Chain in a large, multiple data source environment*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetencies
      • Project Management
      • Supply Chain Engineering
      • Strong business acumen, coupled with the ability to communicate findings to both business and IT leaders in a way that can influence how an organization approaches a business challenge
      • Software Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, Office, Tableau
      • Technology Strong working knowledge of all supply chain information and transactional systems, with the ability to learn both theory and application of existing and emerging technologies and tools.
      • Adaptability Does not require a rigid framework to operate successfully in; is able to improvise both process and technologically to affect the desired outcome; Can clearly explain logical reasons for improvisation.
      • Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work under pressure, think analytically and communicate effectively.
      • Planning/Organizing - uses time efficiently; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks optimally
      • Detail oriented and accurate - minimizes mistakes, follows every step in a process and follows through with all tasks. Double checks work for accuracy
      • Oral Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; demonstrates presentation skills
      • Team Work - balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Works well across levels and departments.
      • Written Communication - writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information from a variety of levels and technical proficiencies
      • Time & Project Management - Comfortable working within tight and changing deadlines; able to work independently. Oriented towards a deadline completion mindset puts in the required extra effort to prevent delays
      • Coachability Has the ability to explicitly and thoroughly follow directions, asks questions to make sure directions are clear.This position embodies the values of Niagaras LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
        • Lead Like an Owner
        • Makes safety the number one priority
        • Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
        • Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
        • Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
        • Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
        • Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
        • InnovACT
        • Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
        • Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
        • Increases performance through greater efficiency
        • Find a Way
        • Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
        • Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
        • Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
        • Empowered to be Great
        • Consistently looks for ways to improve ones self through growth and development opportunities
        • Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
        • Communicates effectively to manage expectationsEducation
          • Minimum Required:
          • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Business.
          • Preferred:
          • Master's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or MBA.Certification/License:
            • Required: N/A
            • Preferred: N/AForeign Language
              • Required: None Required
              • Preferred: None RequiredTypical Compensation RangePay Rate Type: Salary$75,899.00 - $110,054.00 / YearlyBenefitshttps://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a rsum into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's rsum will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit rsum to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit rsum into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!Niagaras culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family! Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.

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