Senior Supply Chain Analyst, Network Planning and Optimization
About Weee!
Weee! is the largest and fastest-growing ethnic e-grocer in the United States, operating in one of the largest underserved categories in retail with affordable access to exciting ethnic food. By partnering with local suppliers, redesigning the value chain and leveraging social buying, Weee! is reshaping the grocery business entirely. You can read more about us on Business Insider, Reuters and TechCrunch.
Weee! is headquartered in Fremont, CA, and is currently available coast to coast with exceptional growth (5x YoY) across geographies, categories and ethnicities. We have raised $800M+ in funding to date from leading investors including Softbank Vision Funds, DST, Blackstone, Tiger Global, Lightspeed Ventures, Goodwater Capital, XVC and iFly. The opportunity now is to join a rocketship as we prepare for the next stage of growth, and an eventual public listing.
This role is onsite 5 days a week in Fremont, CA
About the Role
Weee! is on a mission to revolutionize the supply chain network as we continue to grow. We're seeking a Senior Supply Chain Analyst, Network Planning & Optimization to help design and execute our logistics and supply chain strategy, ensuring we meet critical business objectives while delivering exceptional value to our customers.
As a key senior analyst in the supply chain team, you will support the development and implementation of network strategies that align with growth objectives while balancing customer experience, service levels, and cost. This role spans strategic planning horizons, from multi-year capital planning to bi-annual operational flow plans, enabling the seamless flow of goods from suppliers to customers.
You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to develop robust models, deliver optimization insights, and align stakeholders on network strategies. This role requires a mix of analytical skills, operational execution, and strong collaboration across multiple functions and geographies.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Network Design:
- Support development of comprehensive, end-to-end supply chain strategy aligned with growth objectives.
- Optimize the network, including distribution centers, inventory strategy, and transportation flows.
- Use advanced modeling tools to evaluate trade-offs between fixed costs, production, transportation, and lead times.
- Analyze capacity requirements and support new facility planning (DC, FC, frozen, dry, RFG facilities)
- Replenishment Network Design & Optimization:
- Build and maintain network optimization models using tools like Llamasoft, Coupa, or similar.
- Develop network optimization models and present scenario results that evaluate tradeoffs between fixed costs vs production, transportation, and inventory variable costs and lead times.
- Leverage data to continuously enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
- Configure Replenishment System network lanes, DC SKU vs FC SKU assignments, and sourcing optimization.
- Apply statistical inventory management concepts including cycle stock and safety stock calculations.
- Manage container ordering through Replenishment System, including container consolidation rules, MOQ constraints, and inventory health monitoring.
- Analyze Container Buy SKU inventory turns and performance, partnering with Merchandising to optimize SKU velocity and prevent excess inventory across regions
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with teams across Merchandising, Demand Planning, FP&A, Operations, and Process Engineering.
- Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to align on strategies and drive execution.
- Manage S&OP data sources, dashboards, and metrics to ensure alignment with business needs and drive continuous improvements.
- Project manage Supply Chain Network Planning and Optimization projects, including new warehouse launches.
- Create structured business cases and presentations to gain leadership alignment on recommended optimization opportunities for network deployment strategies and long-term plans.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams during facility launch projects and maintain comprehensive project checklists.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, operations management, or similar field
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, or related analytical roles
- Experience with inventory management, replenishment systems, or network planning preferred
- Experience in retail, e-commerce, or grocery industry preferred
- Technical Skills:
- Understanding of supply chain fundamentals including replenishment, inventory management, demand forecasting, and transportation
- Knowledge of statistical inventory concepts (cycle stock, safety stock, service levels)
- Experience with container/bulk purchasing, MOQ constraints, and inventory health management
- Advanced analytics skills, including complex SQL (CTEs, complex joins, automation scripts), Excel, and data visualization tools
- Programming experience with R or Python for functional programming and automated analytics scripts
- Experience with network modeling or optimization tools preferred
- Familiarity with ERP systems and supply chain system integrations
- Leadership & Problem-Solving:
- Strong project management abilities, adept at handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, leveraging data to make strategic decisions.
- Strong business acumen and communication skills to influence decision-making.
- Ability to deal with ambiguity, plan for success while being tenacious at mitigating failure, make decisions and drive, and above all, be a great partner.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance package, including medical, dental, and vision. PPO/HMO packages
- 401k, 4% company match
- Equity and Bonus
- Vacation, sick and holiday time off
- Monthly mobile stipend
- Monthly Weee! Points credits
Compensation Range
- The US base salary range for this full-time position is $100,500 - $118,500
- This role may be eligible to discretionary bonus, incentives and benefits
- Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location
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Weee! is an equal opportunity employer welcoming all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is not tolerated at Weee!. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application, please email us at applicantaccommodation@sayweee.com.
For more jobs and to find out more about Weee!, visit our career page: https://about.sayweee.com/careers
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