Senior Analyst, Business Operations / Supply Chain

Department

Press Client Services

About the Department

The University of Chicago Press Distribution Center (CDC) is a state-of-the-art distribution and fulfillment operation, providing a full range of services to the University of Chicago Press and scholarly publishers worldwide. Located in the Historic Pullman District near 110th Langley, the CDC is conveniently located near the Metra and the Bishop Ford Freeway. The facility is two hundred seventy-three thousand square feet, housing nearly twelve million books in inventory, and more than nineteen thousand units shipped daily. Our team is hard-working, highly motivated, and enjoy the same benefits as the University of Chicago campus-based employees, many with the added benefit of working close to home. On-the-job training provided.

Job Summary

The Senior Analyst will help management continually improve processes, operational efficiency, and helps with business development. The Senior Analyst produces business intelligence by coordinating with cross-functional groups and using data from a variety of internal and external sources to model and report on end-to-end Supply Chain and Business Operations. This includes developing and maintaining existing systems, procedures, and policies and implementing new ones to ensure Business and Operational Requirements are met. The Senior Analyst will also help prepare and monitor aspects of budgeting and forecasting.

The Senior Analyst will report to the Manager of Business Operations and Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis, requirement gathering, data analytics, and report preparation related to ongoing business and operations, processes, and services.

• Contributes to the development of  business optimization strategies for assigned projects related to key business and supply chain services.

• Reviews and updates business and operational metrics, dashboards, and reports; alerts management to key trends.

• Assists with various financial and budgetary activities, including fees, forecasts and variance analysis, pricing, etc.

• Researches and analyzes data to create reports, and may create other reports for grants and contracts.

• Responsible for training office staff on office procedures and compliance protocols. Coordinates special projects.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Analytics or a Business-related field.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office, Business Intelligence tools (i.e. PowerBI, Informer) and CRM systems (i.e. Salesforce).

• Familiarity with supply chain and distribution systems.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong Analytical Skills.

• Communicate Effectively & With Influence.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to Foster Partnership & Collaboration.

• Ensure decision quality, accountability, and drive results.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Meticulous attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions

• This position is eligible for hybrid/remote work.

Application Documents

• Resume ( required)

• Cover Letter (required)

• References (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Administration & Management

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$48,450.00 - $62,700.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.