Who we are
SkjodtBarrett is a worldclass manufacturer of food solutions and custom ingredients for North Americas most beloved and trusted brands. We take pride in working closely with our customers to understand their unique needs and create innovative individualized solutions that deliver joy to their customers.
A familyfounded company started over 35 years ago we are backed by the investment company Axel Johnson Inc (AJI). With their investment and support we are wellpositioned to foster growth and explore new opportunities.
Our customers bluechip international brands and midsized producers alike are why we exist. Our teams of innovators communicators and managers are the people who meet their needs build trust and exceed their expectations.
Who we need
Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain Planning we are looking for a Supply Chain Analyst (Data Analysis and Reporting). You will play an integral role in supporting the Supply Chain Planning (SCP) team which includes Production Materials and Transportation Planning. You will be responsible for developing implementing monitoring and reporting on endtoend supply chain KPIs to support the organizations strategic objectives.
This fulltime hybrid role requires at least three days onsite at our cuttingedge production facility in Brampton Ontario.
Whats in it for you
Influence. This is an opportunity to apply your supply chain expertise and make a meaningful impact on North American clients. You will play a key role in change management process improvements and strategic initiatives gaining handson experience in a growing organization with unique supply chain challenges.
Autonomy. Working in a highly collaborative environment that values coaching and professional development you will have the autonomy to test new ideas drive process enhancements and enhance supply chain reporting directly influencing datadriven decisionmaking and shaping the future of the teams operations.
Career development. At SkjodtBarrett we value the drive to bring ideas to life and the resilience to be accountable for your actions. We have a proven history of supporting the professional development and career growth of our people. Your career path could include moving into Procurement or other areas of Supply Chain or Operations.
How you will make an impact:
- Support strategy . You will monitor inventory levels for Finished Goods WIP and Raw Materials. You will identify stranded inventory including expired expiring and nodemand products. You will work crossfunctionally to develop cost recovery strategies or mitigate writeoff expenses documenting root causes and proposing corrective actions to drive process improvement.
- Analyze data and generate reports. You will leverage tools and connect to various data sources to extract information from the ERP system. You will clean and standardize external data from customers and vendors. Using best practices to generate actionable insights you will summarize and visualize data. You will develop and adapt reports to support KPI reviews across different levels such as customer plant product category and function. You will identify system performance issues such as data errors and processing lags and work with IT to resolve them.
- Monitor and communicate supply chain performance. You will track a balanced set of KPIs at different frequencies and highlight any performance deviations. You will collaborate with KPI owners to investigate root causes and document corrective actions. You will track key performance areas including customer service levels schedule adherence work order attainment vendor service levels transportation spend load utilization transportation reliability inventory days of supply and inventory waste.
- Lead and facilitate review meetings. You will own and facilitate the weekly Supply Chain Performance meeting with the Production Planning Materials Planning and Transportation Planning teams. You will drive knowledgesharing and increase transparency within the supply chain. You will help improve visibility into potential disruptions and proactively address risks.
- Collaborate crossfunctionally. You will build and maintain relationships with stakeholders outside the Supply Chain Planning team. You will understand their perspectives identify process and information gaps explore automation opportunities and support reporting needs. You will assist the Demand and Production Planners with firming work orders for the following weeks production schedule.
What you bring to the role:
- The experience. You have a background in Supply Chain Management and Data Analytics with a proven ability to extract transform summarize and visualize fragmented datasets to generate meaningful insights. You have a strong understanding of key supply chain concepts including Customer Service Level Asset Utilization Safety Stock Forecast Error Working Capital Reliability Responsiveness and Segmentation. Your structured problemsolving skills enable you to identify trends optimize processes and drive improvements.
- The technical skills. You are highly proficient in SQL MS Excel Power Query Power BI and DAX language using them to create datadriven solutions and enhance decisionmaking. You have handson experience with ERP systems and a strong understanding of MRP logic allowing you to analyze and optimize supply chain workflows. Your attention to detail ensures accuracy in reporting and process .
- The analytical mindset. You are naturally curious and always looking for ways to improve processes and solve complex supply chain challenges. You are a systems thinker who understands how different functions interact and impact overall performance. Your strong time management and organizational skills enable you to balance multiple priorities effectively. You continuously seek out learning opportunities staying ahead of industry trends and best practices.
- The interpersonal skills. You have professional verbal and written communication skills. You can effectively translate complex data into actionable insights. You can build trusting collaborative relationships across teams and levels. You appreciate diverse perspectives and experiences taking feedback and supporting the work of others.
Why join
Weve got great taste. We care deeply about fostering a culture of transparency responsibility and integrity. Its what drives us to make greattasting convenient and healthy ingredients and finished products that our customers depend on. With a focus on nurturing and growing our employees careers and professional satisfaction we believe in open communication idea sharing and knowledge building. SkjodtBarrett is committed to building an inclusive culture that helps to create longevity growth and innovation in the food industry.
We are working towards a sustainable future. We believe that whats good for people and the planet is good for profit. It is everyones responsibility to do their part. We recognize the growing need to prioritize sustainability in manufacturing and we continue to take steps to evolve. We strive to accelerate the adoption of sustainable packaging and food products to be a responsible partner for our customers and for the greater good. We take our role as a supply chain partner to heart and adhere to a strict Supplier Code of Conduct to ensure that our vendors uphold the integrity and values we live by.
We believe actions speak louder than words. Every day we come together to exceed the expectations of our customers each other and ourselves inspired by our values:
- We care. About family honesty and respect.
- We communicate. Across every level often effectively and clearly.
- We Empower. With trust integrity and accountability.
- We Deliver. Every time through teamwork innovation and results.
We support and care for our employees and their families.
Benefits and perks we offer include comprehensive health dental paramedical and long term disability.
With paid vacation time starting at 15 days per year paid sick time and more we want to ensure our employees feel supported and appreciated.
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At SkjodtBarrett we aim for diversity equality accessibility and inclusion in all of our operations and interactions. We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70 of the qualifications we are looking for and want to play an integral role in delivering innovative food product solutions apply to express your interest.
What you can expect from our interview process:
- A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor. This is an opportunity to discuss your experience career goals and interest in the role. You will also learn more about the company team and what success looks like in this position.
- A virtual technical interview with the Director of Supply Chain Planning. This conversation will take a deeper dive into your technical expertise through a screensharing session using Excel and Power BI. You will showcase your problemsolving approach analytical skills and understanding of supply chain systems. This is also an opportunity to gain insights into the teams challenges and explore how your skills can make an impact.
- A virtual interview with key members of the team. This discussion will focus on your past experiences and how they align with the role. You will also hear firsthand about the team dynamic daytoday responsibilities and how collaboration is key to their success.
- A final inperson interview with the Chief Supply Chain Officer and a member of the HR team along with a plant tour. This is your opportunity to meet senior leadership discuss strategic goals and see our operations in action. The plant tour will give you a closer look at how their supply chain planning integrates with our broader business objectives.
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SkjordtBarrett welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please let us know what accommodations you require across the selection process.
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