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Cox Communications, Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Data Analyst to help set inventory strategy including ABC classification, safety stock, service levels, order vs. stock, and other supply planning parameters. This role will be responsible for reviewing existing operating reports to identify opportunities to improve inventory strategy or processes and creating repeatable or ad hoc analyses as needed. This role will partner with the BI team for the creation of visualizations and to request any data that is not readily available. The ideal candidate will have experience with a range of analytical tools and technologies and an eagerness to evolve those skills as our Supply Chain Organization matures to more sophisticated solutions. The Inventory Analyst will help set the inventory strategy, implement, and monitor adherence to that strategy for >$150M in capital requiring independent decision-making and is expected to exercise independent judgment within the analyst’s scope.

Initially, these analyses exist or will need to be developed via custom tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, etc. Eventually, this individual will play a key role partnering with an outside vendor during the implementation of a supply chain planning tool, becoming the team SME.

What You’ll Do 

Develop and implement inventory strategies to most efficiently balance working capital with service levels

Build statistical models to dynamically calculate the optimal level of inventory by SKU-location

Build statistical models to determine stocking policies and ABC segmentation of SKU-location combinations

Determine min/max levels for stocked items based on demand pattern, predictability, and lead times

Analyze existing reporting to measure success of stocking strategies. As needed, creates new reports in Excel/SQL or collaborates with stakeholders and IT to build more sophisticated reports.

Take ownership of monthly Slow and Obsolete reporting to calculate inventory reserve and communicate any adjustments needed to Accounting.

Assist with identification and disposition of slow and obsolete inventory including coordinating with boundary partners to determine the most cost-effective solution.

Provides input on software selection and implementation for inventory optimization tool/planning tool.

Own configuration of inventory optimization/planning tool.

Actively participate in developing Advanced Planning Systems requirements, RFP, configuration, testing, and deployment

What’s In It For You 

At Cox, we reward your hard work with meaningful benefits. 

First, we offer a highly competitive compensation package, 401(k) with a generous company match, comprehensive healthcare DAY ONE, life, and disability benefits, plus numerous other benefits, including adoption assistance, pet insurance, and discounts on travel and cars! 

We value people more than technology. That means you’ll work within a culture and with a team that values your leadership, your experience, your contributions, and you – yes, you – as a person. We believe recognition is important, and Cox strives to celebrate those who help make us successful every day.  We also encourage diversity and support inclusion; we want you to do you and feel comfortable doing so. 

We also offer boundless opportunities for growth; you can sharpen your skills, learn a new talent, join a mentoring program, even earn an advanced degree. You’ll find the potential for lateral or upward career growth within the Cox family businesses, including the innovative startups in transportation mobility, clean tech and more. 

Qualifications:

Who You Are

Minimum

2+ years of experience required in related field (i.e., supply chain, business, industrial engineering).

Strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Experience creating statistical models.

Excellent interpersonal, leadership, presentation, and collaborative skills to work effectively with teams throughout organization.

Minimal travel required for exposure to field operations.

Preferred

BS/BA degree in industrial engineering, operations research, or business

Demonstrated experience in supply chain planning

APICS certification

Oracle supply chain and ERP experience

Experience with Advanced Planning Systems with inventory optimization capability

Who We Are

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, we proudly serve six million homes and businesses across 18 states. We're dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique.

About Cox 

We are the Cox family of businesses. We’ve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us.  Our primary divisions – Cox Communications and Cox Automotive – are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators.  We’re also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation.  We’re looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you’ll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com. 

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).  For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.  

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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