Project Manager - Supply Chain - Transportation

Staples • Framingham, MA • 3h ago

Remote / Hybrid role depending on location.

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Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together.

When joining our Supply Chain team, you can feel right away that people are at the heart of what we do. You'll be surrounded by a team who is looking to make an impact on our customers, our community, and each other. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to deliver for customers. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading initiatives that have a significant impact on the entire supply chain operation. This strategic role involves complex problem-solving, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing solutions that enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service quality. You will be driving projects that are integral to our business strategy and require innovative thinking and independent judgment.

What you'll be doing:

Execute and drive demand planning and fulfillment strategy and Supply chain best practices for B2B and B2C businesses.

Identify opportunities, develop, and implement new processes to better support and evolve how we manage inventory, optimizing product flow to increase turns, service, and overall support the business strategy.

Partner with the various channels to build a collaborative planning, forecasting and fulfillment process while dynamically contributing to business planning.

Manage and review channel inventory KPI's on a frequent basis and discuss the results with the cross functional team(s), highlighting inventory management opportunities.

Drive continuous improvement in demand forecasts while evaluating and evolving predictive models.

Play an integral role to support the shift from fixed order point replenishment to demand driven fulfillment.

Identify potential inventory opportunities between our sales channels. Research to determine root cause while collaborating closely with the Merchant team(s). Providing recommendations to resolve.

Review promotional lifts and the impact of sales and marketing activities on the supply chain.

Partner with vendors on outstanding purchase orders and general KPI's to ensure flow of merchandise/supply chain is in place.

Collaborate, determine load in and maintain forecasts for added items as created by the Category Specialist.

Advance the analytical capabilities on the team to move to a data driven organization that will improve our financial results and allow for scalable and predictive solutions.

What you bring to the table:

Track record of implementing innovative supply chain solutions that have a significant impact on business outcomes.

Solid understanding of business dynamics and political sensitivities within the supply chain.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to support our transformation and transition to a data driven organization to better serve our customers.

Demonstrated proficiency in all areas of supply chain operations.

Experience in Big Data Analytics - ability to provide insights, and/or predict opportunities proactively by extracting information from the data lake into a digestible format.

Experience in leading cross-functional teams and projects.

Exceptional leadership and people management skills.

Effective communication and negotiation abilities.

High level of initiative, creativity, and innovative thinking.

Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.

What's needed- Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Minimum of 5 years relevant experience

Experience with business intelligence/decision support software

Experience in JDA software

Experience in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel, Outlook, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI), SQL and VBA.

What's needed- Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field.

Project management certifications (e.g., PMP).

Advanced specialization in areas such as logistics, procurement, or inventory management.

Successful completion of a quantitative post-secondary education, with a focus on retail management, economics, inventory, or supply chain is an asset.

We Offer:

Competitive Pay: $94,000-$130,000/Annually Based on Experience

Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups

Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)

Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more perks and benefits

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, geography, business considerations, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for bonuses, or other forms of variable compensation.?

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender idenity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the process, please call 1-888-490-4747 for more information.

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