Inventory Planning Analyst IV - Dairy

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.

ADUSA Procurement is a partner company to Ahold Delhaize USA, providing supply chain services that support the delivery of products from a supplier to the warehouse. ADUSA Procurement is part of the Ahold Delhaize USA family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop.

Position Summary:

• Manage large initiatives and provide in depth analysis in terms of scope/complexity/value (process/financial)
• Accountable for Leadership Level communication (both internal and external)
• Support managers in training and coaching Analyst III associates
• Seasoned in a legacy company and either Fresh or Non-Perishable systems, processes, and procedures
• Support development of department best-practices

Our flexible/ hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days.

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

• Manage large vendor or internal initiatives in terms of scope/complexity/value (process/financial)
• Accountable for Leadership Level communication (both internal and external). Communicate effectively with POD /Category leadership as well as Inventory Planning Support Center.
• Deliver in depth category and vendor analysis with process improvement recommendations to drive category improvement
• Support managers in training and coaching Analyst III associates and assist in developing content/training for vendor open sharing forum
• Seasoned in a legacy company and either Fresh or Non-Perishable processes and procedures
• Support development of department best-practices and deliver business insights and change management
• Lead cross-functional process improvements, projects, and initiatives
• Collaborate with teams from 3rd party resources, Supply Chain, SC Procurement, and the Brands, conducting analysis to lead improvements in sales, on-shelf availability, COGS, and unsaleables
• Help drive the implementation of the company's new ways of working in assigned areas and the Brands
• Help drive reporting on vendor and program ROI, score carding, adherence to KPI's, and vendor accountability

• Bachelor's in Business, Supply Chain Management, or similar work experience
• Lean Six Sigma experience/familiarity preferred
• 4 years relevant experience
• Specialized in a legacy company systems, processes, and procedures
• Responsible for knowledge in a sub-set of categories
• Relevant skills at exemplary, high-performing level of competency
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to manage and influence others in the organization, including executive levels
• Proven track record of delivering high quality results in a timely manner.
• Ability to influence change within ADUSA, the Brands and the Vendor community
• Ability to analyze complex problems and data sets
• Comfortable working in a virtual environment with reporting associates and/or leadership located in other campuses

ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $92,640 - $138,960

IL/MA/MD/NY Salary Range: $106,480- $159,720

Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.