Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst

The Supply Chain Analyst is a strategically embedded role focused on delivering data-driven operational improvements throughout our organization. This position partners directly with leadership across Distribution Center operations and field routing logistics to analyze performance, identify inefficiencies, and develop solutions that improve cost control, productivity, inventory accuracy, labor effectiveness, and the overall customer experience. This role is ideal for a high-capacity analyst who enjoys solving operational challenges with data and wants to contribute meaningfully to a company's service and distribution excellence.

What You'll Do

Develop data models, KPIs, and insights to improve distribution center performance, including throughput efficiency, labor utilization, inventory control, and replenishment cycles.

Deliver performance intelligence across warehouse logistics and route execution, highlighting opportunities for efficiency and consistency.

Collaborate with operations, routing, and warehouse leadership to design and maintain operational KPIs tied to accountability, customer service, and cost containment.

Provide ad hoc and project-based analysis to support tactical decisions and long-term strategic planning.

Build tools and reports in Excel and Qlik Sense to simulate scenarios, streamline decision-making, and enhance performance tracking.

Communicate findings and recommendations clearly across technical and non-technical teams, empowering data-led operational action.

Who You Are

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., advanced formulas, modeling, Power Query).

Experienced in Qlik Sense, Power BI, or other BI / reporting tools.

Strong understanding of distribution science, including inventory flow, throughput measurement, and labor analytics.

Operational exposure to routing logistics, delivery territory optimization, or direct-store delivery (DSD) service models.

Ability to connect operational data to business goals, identifying and communicating high-impact opportunities for performance improvement.

Excellent critical thinking and organizational skills; experience working independently with cross-functional partners.

Additional Skills & Experience :

Prior experience with Python to support data cleaning, modeling, and reporting.

Prior experience in refreshment services, food / beverage logistics, or field-based distribution environments.

Working knowledge of SQL or HTML is a plus but not required.

Benefits

We prioritize the health, wellness, and work-life balance of our team members and designed our comprehensive compensation packages to reflect that. Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with company match, at-work dining perks, flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a total rewards program. Team members can also use our inclusive employee assistance program. Part-time team members are eligible for our 401(k) with company match, at work dining perks, and team members can also use our inclusive employee assistance program. Location-specific perks may also include wellness programming, on-the-job training, corporate-hosted courses, certifications, and team events.

About Continental Services

The Great Lakes Food & Beverage Leader Founded in 1989, Continental has grown from an office coffee and vending specialist to consistently ranking as one of the top events and contract dining and refreshment providers in the nation. Guided by industry leaders and powered by the largest collection of culinary talent in the Midwest, our award-winning team has a tireless commitment to high quality, innovative culinary offerings and unparalleled client and guest services. Our singular mission is to delight our guests, every meal, every day. It's no secret that food brings us together. A cup of coffee is a chance to meet someone new. A meal is an opportunity to collaborate. At Continental, developing experiences that connect people is at the heart of everything we do. Discover first-hand the passion of a full-service team committed to your vision and customizing services to support it. Micro-Markets Food Delivery Full-Service Dining Innovative Vending Office Coffee & Water Pantry Services Barista Bars Catering Premier Events Looking to grow your career on your terms? Get to know us more. We Are Curious. Bold, original thinking, and an innate curiosity for what's new and next drives us to shake things up and create remarkable experiences. We Dream Big. We embrace the unknown and adventures big and small, individually and collectively. By being proactive and continuously striving for more, we continue to grow personally and professionally. And we're not afraid to dig into a challenge. We Champion Each Other. Collaboration, teamwork, and trust aren't just buzzwords to usthey truly define our culture. We do more than just dish up great meals. Continental creates memorable experiences every day at our markets, corporate cafs, premier events, and more. If hospitality is in your DNA, if you're passionate about making difference, if you're eager to roll up your sleeves and be part of a team, we're looking for you.

Our Hiring Process : Stage 1 : Applied

Stage 2 : Review

Stage 3 : Phone Interview

Stage 4 : Virtual Interview with Hiring Manager

Stage 5 : Interview with Hiring Manager

Stage 6 : Hired