Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. Our Visalia corporate office serves as the central hub for the CDI enterprise, driving strategic decision-making, innovation, overall business support, and growth across our diverse portfolio of dairy products and brands. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!

Our commitment to CDI employees:

We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions. Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off, sick days & holidays, retirement plans designed to secure your future. We don't stop there. We've also cultivated a variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth, ensuring you have the support you need to both inside and outside of work.

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams to increase the effectiveness of the CDI Supply Chain, including plants, 3PL locations, and transportation carriers. The position will assist with the oversight of 3PL product volumes and transportation carrier performance.

Essential Functions

• Collect and analyze 3PL volumes, vendor performance, and shipping times to identify trends and potential issues.
• Work with plants, 3PL locations, and transportation carriers to optimize transportation routes and minimizing unnecessary inventory levels.
• Ensure that all policies, procedures, and controls are followed and that all reports are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Use initiative and judgement in making decisions, keeping with CDI's best interests.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.
• Proficient in MS Excel and other MS products.
• Excellent organizational and follow through skills.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• College-level verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with upper management daily.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere internally and externally.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Excellent collaboration skills.
• Experience with an ERP system; Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.
• Follow all safety and working rules.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
• Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies while ensuring a harmonious and conductive work environment.
• Excellent regular full time, in the office attendance in support of company objectives.

Education and/or Experience

• BS Degree in Supply Chain or relevant field is preferred
• Minimum of 1-year related experience in Supply Chain

Language Skills

English is required as the written and spoken language.

Physical Demands

• Sitting/Standing/Walking: Stands, walks and primarily sits during completion of job responsibilities.
• Lifting/Carrying: Occasional lifting requirements as job demands. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasional pushing or pulling requirements.
• Bending/Stooping: Occasional bending and stooping requirements.
• Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: Occasional kneeling or crawling requirements.
• Twisting/Turning: Ongoing twisting or turning requirements.
• Climbing/Balancing: Climbing and balancing occasionally, may go up and down stairs
• Reaching: Reaches at or above shoulder level on the occasional basis.
• Grasping/Manipulating: Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required. Ability to use keyboard for data input will be required on an ongoing basis.