Analyst, Network Strategy-DC

About Ross

Ross is a leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores and a strong track record of success and growth.

Corporate headquarters are located in Dublin, CA, with buying offices in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide.

The Network Strategy Analyst will maintain supply chain modeling to support the growth strategy of the Ross distribution and transportation network, develop and improve the company's dataset supporting supply chain activities related to new distribution centers, retro-fitting and scaling existing facilities, transportation optimizations, and other capabilities to enhance supply chain performance.

• Manage weekly/monthly reporting to monitor capacity required within the supply chain and identify trends impacting future capacity, including data analysis such as hotel capacity and month end unit reconciliations.
• Conduct analytics and modeling to support ongoing strategic planning of processing and storage functions to meet Ross's evolving business needs.
• Collaborate with Transportation to provide analyses, network and route optimization, and other transportation modeling.
• Manage large datasets using advanced Excel, Access or other data analysis tools; basic understanding of relational databases and data extraction.
• Work with DC Engineering to define capacities by processing area and function, collaborating with DC Finance/Supply Chain Production Planning, DC Operations, Merchandising, Planning and Allocation, Finance, and Stores to identify and manage areas affecting the network model.

• Analysis and Judgment
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Process Improvement
• Drive for Results
• Problem Solving
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Business Acumen

• Minimum of 2-3 years of progressive experience in supply chain consulting, distribution or transportation reporting roles, or related experience.
• Experience with distribution center operations, network optimization, or strategic planning is a plus.
• Requires high level of confidentiality.
• Advanced/expert proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Detail oriented, thorough, and circumspect in planning and reporting.
• Keen analytical thinker, able to work through and present logistical and financial based analyses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to present analysis and optimization results.
• High energy, self‑motivated, able to succeed in a fast‑paced environment.

No unusual physical requirements. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility. Job frequently requires sitting, handling objects with hands. Job occasionally requires standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, and lifting up to 10 pounds.

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This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.