SSENSE (pronounced [es-uhns]) is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything Else™.
SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views. Approximately 80% of its audience is between the ages of 18 to 40. It is privately held and has achieved high double digit annual growth and profitability since its inception.
Job Description
Reporting to the Director of Logistics, the Senior Supply Chain analyst will be responsible for rolling out the ambitious SSENSE global logistics and supply chain strategy while pushing the frontiers of e-commerce supply chain possibilities. The ideal candidate demonstrates a unique balance of analytical skills, people skills, supply chain experience and systems knowledge and is excited to be shaping the future of e-commerce and retail customer experience.
Responsibilities
Lead analysis of all aspects of corporate logistics and supply chain to determine the most cost-effective and efficient means to streamline the end-to-end supply chain and deliver required service
Improve efficiency and service level of logistics activities through implementing new processes, policies, systems and solutions
Lead analysis and implementation of major cross-functional supply chain projects such as new international facilities
Lead analysis on new carrier selection, 3PL selection and review process
Identify and create the business case for change for new or improved technology solutions such as automated systems, software tracking, blockchain and EDI
Work with the Product, Finance and other business teams to scope requirements for new features on different supply chain and operational systems, prepare business cases for change, test changes and implement improvements
Work with the product team to develop, manage, and maintain supply chain-based performance measurement and reporting systems
Lead analysis on ad-hoc projects or data analytics requirements
Create, implement and execute new policies and procedures for logistics activities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Mathematics, Logistics, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Mathematics, Logistics, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field an asset
A minimum of 2 years experience in a fast-moving logistics environment preferably in e-commerce, parcel shipping or related field
Thorough understanding of a breadth of supply chain related topics such as freight transportation, parcel shipping, inventory management, order management, demand and supply planning, S&OP, facility planning, network optimization, inventory optimization, warehouse operations and e-commerce fulfillment
Demonstrated experience in using analytics to improve operations with tangible results within a tight timeline
Prior experience as a logistics analyst, operations analyst or supply chain analyst an asset
Prior experience with working with retail operations systems including order management system, warehouse management systems, distributed order management, middleware integration an asset
Prior experience in data mining, manipulating large datasets, querying databases, data analysis and reporting an asset
Prior experience in negotiations with third parties an asset
Skills
Excellent in Microsoft Office software suite; in particular in Excel
Excellent in programming languages for data management and statistical computing such as Access, SQL, Hadoop, R or Python
Fluent in data management and visualization software such as SAS or Tableau
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to clearly and concisely communicate complicated messages or analysis in a logical and structured manner
Strong executive presence
Keen attention to detail
Comfortable in navigating ambiguity
Ability to multi-task and operate in a rapidly changing environment and meet deadlines
Flexible work schedule
Results-driven mindset
Ownership and accountability mindset
Team player and collaborative mindset
Inquisitive nature and eager to learn and expand knowledge base
Strong interest in retail, e-commerce and a passion for shaping the future of e-commerce an asset
Willingness to contribute to areas beyond immediate scope of work