[MBA-FT-Students] Supply Chain Analyst- Grainger--Last Call for Resumes

[Jamie Patterson]

Dear Students,
This is the last call for resumes for this great opportunity.  Please send me your resume ASAP if you are interested.


Job Posting Title
Distribution Center Supply Chain Analyst - Greenville, SC



Work Location(s)


US-SC, FOUNTAIN INN


Requisition Number
51732975

Company Information
Grainger is a global leading broad line supplier of facilities maintenance products serving businesses and institutions.
Our 18,000 employees are driven to serve customers and the community in exceptional ways focusing on delivering the highest level of service. The Grainger team works closely with customers to better understand their challenges and provide cost-saving solutions. Grainger's employees serve customers more than 115,000 times every day through multiple channels.
As part of a high-performing team, you'll be able to develop your talents, and make a difference.  Grainger is a Fortune 500 company and a perennial member of Fortune magazine's Most Admired Companies list.


Position Description
We are seeking experienced distribution center professionals to join our team. This position does not have direct reports, but supports Distribution Center (DC) Operations and will be a member of a project team. This project team is responsible for developing and implementing a new training program for DC and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) processes. This position will also help support Distribution Centers with steps to improve product flows and storage space utilization. The successful candidate will have 4-6 years leadership experience in a high volume, multi-shift distribution center. You will have the ability to utilize your extensive and proven interpersonal, employee development and team-building skills. You will be experienced in LEAN, Six Sigma and have some exposure to project management. This is an excellent opportunity to utilize your warehouse operations and leadership experience with a Fortune 500 Company.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
* Learn operational and WMS processes quickly and be able to develop step-by-step process maps
* Develop training documents that follow DC and system processes
* Work with project team members and consultants to develop training courses for DC personnel
* Deliver training material and start-up support to DC managers and associates
* Manage processes to ensure compliance with company policies/procedures, continual process improvement
* Manage project and deliverable deadlines
* Ensure quality and effectiveness of all processes performed within a given area of responsibility.
* Work with the Distribution Centers to enhance process flow and storage efficiency
* Provide central support for DCs during new building, expansion and racking reconfiguration efforts
* Insure compliance with Company, OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations

Position Requirements
*At least 4 years of previous leadership experience in a high volume, multi-shift order fulfillment distribution center dealing with large employee populations.
*Undergraduate degree in business, management, logistics, materials management or a related field of study.
*Experience in LEAN and Six Sigma.
*Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
*Proven training and employee development skills with a strong emphasis on team building.
*Proven process improvement experience and effective leadership skills.
*Ability to develop and maintain positive employee, customer and cross-functional team relations.
*Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to drive results.
*At least 2 years experience with multiple modules within a Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) required.
*Experience with SAP is preferred.
*Ability to travel extensively to other Distribution Centers and field locations. During program implementation (3-4 month periods), travel will be 100%. Outside of these periods, travel will be minimal.

Grainger is an equal opportunity employer.



Jamie Patterson
Director of Student Experience
Clemson MBA Program
55 E. Camperdown Way
Greenville, SC 29601
864.656.8183 (office)
jpatte4 at clemson.edu
www.clemson.edu/mba
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