Operations Analyst

Description

Our family of brands is comprised of Schoolhouse, the lighting, home furnishings, and lifestyle brand based in Portland, Oregon; Food52, the community-driven cooking and home company, based in Brooklyn, New York; and Dansk, the heritage home brand founded in 1954.  

Schoolhouse is a lighting, home furnishings and lifestyle brand dedicated to thoughtful living and purposeful design. From iconic lighting to one-of-a-kind homewares, our mission is to provide a new generation of heirlooms that inspire people to create unique, meaningful spaces in which to live and work.

Food52 is a next-generation cooking and home company, named one of the World's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company, with a monthly reach of more than 25 million people. Food52 challenges the models of traditional media and retailers, combining content, commerce, and community around the belief that the kitchen is the heart of the home and that food is the center of a well-lived life. Food52 inspires, informs, and supports its engaged community with recipes, videos, podcasts, events, and a curated selection of well designed, high-quality products.

Dansk is a design company founded in 1954 by Ted and Martha Nierenberg to bring the elegant simplicity and natural materials of Scandinavian design to the American market. The mission of Dansk is to preserve its heritage, to revive many of the exceptional designs from its archives, and to collaborate with leading designers around the world to create new products that will someday be passed down from generation to generation.

About the Role:
The Operations Analyst is an integral part of the Supply Chain team, responsible for managing inbound freight negotiations, data analysis and reporting, planning, and other high priority items to enable successful order fulfillment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis and supply chain management, with a focus on regular data extraction and review to support strategic decision-making. This role requires strong technical acumen, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to seamlessly collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders. The candidate must also demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

This is a hybrid position with the expectation of working Tuesday through Thursday in our Brooklyn, NY office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with various teams such as purchasing, planning, and tech to ensure smooth supply chain operations and to align data sources and definitions 
• Manage inbound freight across every milestone from origin to destination, and negotiate costs to ensure best rates and timely deliveries
• Extract, compile, and analyze supply chain data from various sources on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Prepare detailed reports and dashboards to provide insights into supply chain performance
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in data to support strategic decision-making
• Use data insights to identify trends, support decision-making, and drive performance improvements
• Triage time sensitive data discrepancies and inaccuracies, reporting out methodology and findings to leadership
• Identify and recommend opportunities for improving supply chain processes
• Support the implementation of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance performance
• Participate in cross-functional projects to support overall business goals

Professional Skills and Abilities:

• 1-3 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, data analysis, or a related role
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Experience with supply chain management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy, data integrity, quality, and innovation
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices and trends
• Tech-savvy and adaptable to new systems and processes
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines

Compensation

This is an exempt role with a hiring range of $75,000 - $90,000, depending on experience.

Working at Food52, Schoolhouse, & Dansk

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