Sr. Manager, Distribution Planning & Analytics

PetSmart

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
About the Team:The Supply Chain team focuses on keeping things moving across all aspects of our business. They make an impact by ensuring our products get from the vendors to the DCs to the stores in the most efficient and timely way. Their goal is to improve each step within the process, so we have the right product at the right place at the right time for our pet parents. About the Location:Collaborative & Flexible Work Environment: We believe in fostering growth, teamwork and creativity in a dynamic workplace. This role is based at PetSmart’s Phoenix Home Office, where associates currently enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration while having the flexibility to work remotely one day per week (a “flex workday” with leader approval), and an expected four days in the office. At PetSmart, you’ll be part of an engaging and supportive environment designed to help you and our teams thrive.About the Job:The Sr. Manager of Distribution Planning and Analytics is responsible for leading the team that delivers Supply Chain’s distribution financial plans, operational forecasts, data visibility and strategic analytical insights. This position requires a strong knowledge and background of planning practices and alignment with distribution strategies, as well as the ability to influence inside and outside of the Supply Chain in order to drive the achievement of financial objectives. The primary focus of this team is the delivery of both the yearly plan/budget for Distribution, as well as the monthly forecast. This team is also responsible for supporting and delivering actionable insights to the leaders through data and analytics to support service and drive down costs. This position is responsible for ensuring forecast accuracy, providing visibility to key drivers of performance, creating an analytics culture within the Supply Chain, and supporting the leaders in delivering their financial goals.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for directly supervising 4-5 professional associates.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop a high performing, customer centric team. Select, train, coach, motivate, conduct performance evaluations and identify associate development/growth opportunities.
  • Enhance and refine team core functions and processes to drive year over year improvement in accuracy and impact.
  • Collaborate with leaders to drive strategic and data-backed decisions that support the delivery of the P&L.
  • Align planners on the most accurate and timely information across the enterprise to ensure accurate and consistent operational forecasts.
  • Partner with Finance and leadership to set yearly and monthly financial targets aligned with strategic initiatives, macroeconomic trends, and enterprise direction.
  • Support the Supply Chain Data and Reporting Analyst in providing streamlined, actionable insights through enhanced visual and reporting efforts, and liaison with EIM and IT to support the delivery of technical data projects.
  • Lead the identification of risks and opportunities and communicate in a timely manner to the business, recommending strategies to achieve financial goals.
  • Lead plan review discussions to ensure that the company’s financial objectives are being met.
  • Support the team in the creation or discovery of dynamic sustainable tools and processes that level up predictive analytics and insight delivery.
  • Deliver Supply Chain performance visibility and provide recommendations to leaders on delivering customer promise and achieving financial goals.
  • Actively create and lead special projects that drive cost saving opportunities across the Supply Chain.
EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION
  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with a Supply Chain, Finance, or Analytics focus.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in Supply Chain, Finance, Analytics or related field.
  • Demonstrated ability in utilizing analytical and problem-solving skills (i.e. critical and evaluative thinking) required.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal required.
  • Ability to influence decisions by creating a strong case for action, leveraging data and actionable insights.
  • Must be a self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and influence at all levels of the organization.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
  • Proficient skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and Power Point is required.
  • Proficient skills in MicroStraetgy or equivalent data system is required.
  • Proficient skills in Tableau or Alteryx is preferred.
About the Culture:At PetSmart, we work hard to create a culture where and we celebrate the unique stories, backgrounds, and experiences our associates share. These experiences not only bring new perspectives in shaping our Belonging culture but they’re core to PetSmart’s success.Not sure if you meet 100% of the position requirements and whether you should apply? We’d still like to hear from you and encourage you to apply with us! You just may be the ideal candidate for this role, and if not this one, perhaps another position.Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including:
  • Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
  • On-site Dog Park
  • “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers
  • “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options
  • On-site coffee bar
  • “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid)
  • Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities
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PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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