Purpose:   

The Solutions Design Analyst Sr is responsible for gathering and analyzing data to develop recommended solutions for the organization in the the pursuit of “new business”, assessing network capacity and creating/developing solutions to optimize operations. In this role, the individual is expected to take an analytical approach by incorporating all the complex needs (e.g.: large data sets, warehouse/ transportation data, regional/ national strategic needs) to evaluate and develop viable solutions to present to stakeholders. Reporting to the Director of Solutions Design, together, the individual will also leverage technologies to develop new and innovative solutions to ensure supply chain solutions exceeds both UNFI and external customer expectations.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Provide data analysis and/or recommendations to Operations and Sales teams by assessing warehouse capacity, network capacity and recommending space needs to support various activities such, as but not limited to; pursuing new sales opportunities, optimizing network capacity, and new growth opportunities to meet customer demands.
• Provide analytical support to the Solutions team in developing solutions by analyzing large and complex data sets (e.g., analyzing historical annual order and line level data where data is 1M lines).
• Design, develop and optimize warehouse layouts, racking and elevations (primarily work in AutoCAD).
• Provide data analysis and build operational profiles on re-engineering and continuous improvement projects. Examples include and not limited to: evaluate alternative scenarios and solutions, develop innovative solutions and develop return on investments.
• Develop internal tools to support operations and/or Solutions team to help ensure consistent design principles are followed.
• Provide warehouse and data analysis on implementing projects (e.g.: KPIs, operational expectation, adherence to design and process, IT testing, managing vendors, operational capacity, volumes, etc.).
• Create, design and recommend optimal warehouse flows and layouts.
• Performs other relevant job duties as required.

Job Requirements: 

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in related field

Experience:

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in Logistics and/or Supply Chain
• Experience in warehouse operations, supply chain, Third Party Logistics, transportation or a related field, facility design (greenfield design) and transportation modeling preferred
• Previous experience and / or training with LEAN - Six Sigma programs, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) preferred

Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, and related software
  applications required
• Strong competency with analytical tools (Access, Alteryx, SQL)
• Intermediate AutoCAD experience
• Strong project management skills. Must be able to build consensus among cross-functional teams and influence decision making without authority through a partnering approach.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills: ability to analyze, attention to details and draw conclusions from large and complex operational data
• Independent, well organized, ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deliver quality while meeting deadlines
• Ability to communicate, collaborate and influence others across multiple cross-functional teams with varied background and experiences
• Ability to lead and motivate others
• Ability to work under pressure and time constraints as well as handle several tasks simultaneously
• Ability to manage confidential information
• Strong project management skills. Must be able to build consensus among cross-functional teams and influence decision making without authority through a partnering approach.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.