Sr. Solutions Design Analyst - Remote

PURPOSE :

The Solutions Design Analyst Sr is responsible for gathering and analyzing data to develop recommended solutions for the organization in 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Job Responsibilities Percentage 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. 25% 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). 15% Design, develop and optimize warehouse layouts, racking and elevations (primarily work in AutoCAD). 15% 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. 15% Develop internal tools to support operations and / or Solutions team to help ensure consistent design principles are followed. 10% 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.). 10% Create, design and recommend optimal warehouse flows and layouts. 10% Total 100%

Performs other relevant job duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Education / Certifications / or Equivalent combination of education training and experience :

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

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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT / DEMANDS :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and / or location.