Job Summary:

The Supply Chain WMS Analyst collaborates with the distribution center, cross-dock terminal, store, and 3PL operators to achieve a seamless delivery experience to Lowe's stores and customers. This role provides subject matter expertise to establish new supply chain warehouse management system capabilities with the goal of next day delivery of bulk items to customer's homes and on time delivery to stores. The Supply Chain Operations Development Analyst optimizes the network while providing support, analysis and insights that help identify the key performance drivers for Distribution functions. Activities include creating and maintaining strategic projects that enable solutions to efficiently and accurately execute deliveries on time, accurately track and move inventory through a Distribution Center, safely receive/store/ship items, and providing comprehensive support of order fulfillment operations.

On-site role located in Lowe's Bulk Distribution Center (BDC) in E. Hartford, Connecticut.

Essential Functions:

•Continuous Improvement – collaborate with cross functional teams to optimize warehouse systems for improved efficiency and operational service levels

•Create processes and standard operating procedures leveraging current procedures from Lowe’s 

•Lead or participate in (depending on project size) the documentation of functional requirements for approved projects. Interface with other groups in Supply Chain as needed to determine cross functional impacts.

•Train leadership and hourly associates on Distribution or order fulfillment process and system enhancements

•Provide support for the implementation and execution of action plans related to Warehouse management systems for new and existing Distribution Centers

•Manage and proactively monitor all time sensitive fulfillment issues impacting Stores and Cross Dock Delivery Terminals. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand all components of order fulfillment and refine warehouse management system requirements to meet customer needs.

•Prioritize mission-critical work activities – identify root cause for exceptions and escalate as necessary to prevent customer impacts.

•Evaluate, verify, and monitor new item configuration. Resolve item setup and allocation exceptions, ensure consistency across the network.

•Actively monitor Distribution Center storage space and prescribe actions to maintain adequate capacity.

•Maintains, triages, and supports Lowe's Warehouse Management System requiring weekend, overnight, and evening support

Minimum Requirements:

•Bachelor’s Degree

•3-5 years’ experience handling store/field support questions and solving business problems.

•3-5 years’ Supply Chain or Store Operations experience and project management and inventory process management experience.

Preferences:

•Experience in a role that builds knowledge of distribution facility processes, responsibilities, functions, limitations, controls and common problems.

•Experience with Blue Yonder Warehouse Management System.

•Experience with training and presenting new information to associates.

•Experience supporting or managing a third party provider.

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Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.