Analyst IV Channel Management

Introduction

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

The Analyst IV, Channel Management, serves as a senior analytical leader within the ADUSA Procurement organization. This role is responsible for driving end-to-end channel optimization, leading the implementation of flow path recommendations, and stewarding the largest and most complex categories within the Channel Management team. The Analyst IV provides advanced analytical expertise, develops scalable tools and methodologies, and influences strategic decisions that reduce net landed cost and improve cost-to-serve across the network.

This individual acts as a senior subject matter expert and strategic partner to Category, Item Lifecycle, In-Stock, and Shelf Management teams. They lead cross-functional initiatives, support high-visibility projects, and ensure that channel recommendations are executed effectively and sustainably. The Analyst IV also mentors junior analysts and contributes to the evolution of channel governance, standards, and best practices.

Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC, Chicago, IL, Quincy, MA, Carlisle, PA, Scarborough, ME, Hyattsville, MD and Mauldin, SC.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• Lead Vendor Flow Path Optimization
  • Lead analysis and optimization of vendor supply chain health for the largest and most complex categories.
  • Drive implementation of flow path recommendations, ensuring measurable progress and adoption across stakeholders.
  • Oversee vendor health score carding, net landed cost performance, and long-term channel strategy.
  • Provide senior-level guidance on AdHoc vendor/item analyses for executive and cross-functional partners.
• New Business Flow Path Governance
  • Serve as the lead authority on flow path decisions for new business, ensuring optimal cost, service, and sustainability outcomes.
  • Develop and enforce governance standards that maximize cost savings and operational efficiency.
  • Partner with leadership to evaluate new business opportunities and model long-term supply chain impacts.
• Execution leadership
  • Lead cross functional group through process to execute agreed upon Channel recommendations.
  • Organize and track progress of execution of tasks holding partners accountable to their role in the process to make Channel change.
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Relationship Management
  • Lead strategic partnerships with Category, In-Stock, Supply Chain POD teams, and other internal stakeholders.
  • Represent Supply Chain as the senior voice in Category Review Cycles for the largest categories.
  • Facilitate alignment on goals, priorities, and technical considerations across departments.
  • Mentor and coach Channel Analysts III, supporting capability development and knowledge transfer.
• Supply Chain Subject Matter Expertise
  • Act as a senior expert on supply chain trends, industry changes, and emerging channel strategies.
  • Lead the development of alternate product channels and innovative supply chain solutions using advanced research and design methodologies.
  • Support and guide major cross-functional projects, pilots, and transformation initiatives.
  • Translate enterprise strategy into actionable channel management plans and execution frameworks.

• Deep cross-functional project leadership experience.
• Advanced knowledge of supply chain, operations, business analytics, and category management.
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel, Alteryx, Power BI, and other analytical tools.
• 5+ years of combined experience in supply chain, operations, inventory management, sourcing, logistics, or related fields.
• Familiarity with systems such as SEGA, DSS, Relex, Biceps, WMS, Alteryx, Tableau.