Summary of the Role:

• The Distribution Analyst is responsible for handling the general import and export for intercompany orders and customer orders.

• Setting daily, weekly, monthly department priorities and goals using data-based decision-making to drive actions and resource allocation.

• Review daily, weekly, and monthly, shipping documents to ensure accuracy and working with carriers on lane set up and lane optimization.

• Uses continuous improvement methodologies. Achieve 100% on-time shipping through data and analytics.

Additional responsibilities

• Proactively anticipates software and database solutions to optimize overall activity.

• Provide overall support on distribution software and database applications.

• Continuously drives application improvement and development projects.

• Provides end-use support for troubleshooting as needed.

• Become subject matter expert on all distribution software and database applications.

• Proactively identifies system changes needed and identifies solutions to minimize software and database challenge.

• Working with cross-functional departments across the company related to software database support.

• Delivers consistent and timely reports as required.

• Provides training to distribution associates for required software tools,

• Analyze large, complex datasets using Python, SQL, and Excel to uncover actionable insights.

• Responsible for following departmental established procedures.

• Provides support to the supervisor and manager when necessary.

• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Must follow all BD housekeeping policies and procedures.

• Must follow all BD safety policies and procedures.

• Must demonstrate a “can do” attitude and willingness to work in a team environment.

• Performs supply chain and logistics functions, which may include, but are not limited to, inventory control, sourcing, vendor selection, and distribution.

• Provide superior customer service.

Qualifications: 

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent professional experience) with minimum 2 years’ experience including ERP systems management.

Required Skills:  

• 2+ years of experience in a data analytics or supply chain analytics role, preferably in biotech or life sciences.

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

• Time management skills required to ensure all tasks are completed without delay.

• Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)required to work with various teams.

• Strong prioritization skills required.

• Ability to work independently and in groups effectively.

• Must be detailed-oriented while working in a fast-paced environment.

• Must have organizational skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and other IT applications as trained/required) with willingness to learn new software systems.

• Minimum of 2 years of SAP/ERP experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Logistics, supply chain and distribution, parcel shipping, experience preferred.

• Some knowledge of air freight export operations, export documentation procedures preferred. Knowledge/Experience in Cold Chain shipping preferred.

Safety and Security: 

• Associates are responsible for performing their job activities in a safe and reasonable manner and in accordance with safety requirements.

• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse and conduct all activities in a manner that promotes a safe environment.

• All injuries, accidents, unsafe acts, hazards or conditions must be reported immediately.

• Report any suspicious persons or activity. 

Quality: 

• Understand organizational quality goals. 

• Maintain a clean and professional image.

• To ensure the cleanliness of the facility, follow guidelines as outlined.

• The associate must maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area always. 

• Become knowledgeable ofthe responsibilities of the other warehouse positions. 

• Assist as required. 

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (Per the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990). 

• While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers. 

• The associate may occasionally be required to climb.