Network Supply Chain Analyst - Manchester, PA; Omaha, NE; or Clearwater, FL

Job Title: SalonCentric Network Supply Chain Analyst

Division Supply Chain

Supervisor: AVP, Physical Distribution

Location Manchester, PA; Omaha, NE; or Clearwater, FL

FLSA: Exempt

Summary

 The Network Supply Chain Analyst serves as the primary strategic engine for the physical distribution network. Unlike a traditional support role, this position owns the integrity of network data, the accuracy of financial forecasting, and the optimization of vendor performance. This Network role will be responsible for translating complex datasets into actionable business intelligence that directly influences the P&L and operational efficiency of our Distribution Centers (DCs) and Fulfillment Centers (FCs). This role requires a degree of technical mastery and the professional maturity to guide senior leadership through data-driven decision-making.

 Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

 1. Strategic Network & Vendor Governance

• Performance Ownership: Lead the analysis of network vendor spend and performance; proactively identify opportunities for optimization and cost-avoidance within the sourcing network.
• Vendor Lifecycle Management: Own the end-to-end setup and management process for network vendors, ensuring seamless integration into our operational ecosystem. 
• Compliance Leadership: Act as the primary authority on vendor policies; develop and execute communication strategies to ensure 100% compliance across all network sites.
• 3PL Financial Integrity: Manage the lifecycle of purchase orders for network vendors (including 3PLs and specialized services like Corrugate and Clean Harbor). Accountable for the accuracy of a multi-million dollar spend portfolio.

2. Financial Stewardship & Capital Planning

• Capital Forecasting: Partner directly with Continuous Improvement (CI) and Site Leadership to lead the forecasting and validation of Capital Expenditure (CAPEX). You are accountable for ensuring that investment requests are backed by rigorous data ~$2MM in annual spend.
• 3PL Financial Accuracy: Responsible for forecasting Goods Receipt (GR) estimates to ensure 3PL billing accuracy. You will bridge the gap between physical activity and financial reporting to mitigate budget variances. 3PLs represent ~50% of annual spend for distribution

3. Network Intelligence & Performance Metrics

• KPI Architecture: Create, maintain, and evolve the monthly Network KPI dashboard for all DCs and FCs. You will be the "source of truth" for network performance.
• Cluster Performance Management: In collaboration with the PMO/Continuous Improvement team, own the maintenance and reporting of weekly/monthly Cluster performance metrics, highlighting risks before they impact the customer.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as the technical liaison between local operations and corporate leadership, ensuring data transparency and alignment on strategic goals.

 Candidate Qualifications & Competencies

 Technical Expertise:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Experience: Progressive experience in supply chain analytics, financial analysis, or network operations.
• Systems Mastery: Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Query) and Excel/Access. Ability to build automated reporting solutions is highly preferred.
• Data Translation: Demonstrated ability to "story-tell" with data—taking complex technical outputs and making them digestible for executive-level stakeholders.

 Professional Leadership:

• Accountability: A self-starter who takes full ownership of projects from conception to completion without needing constant supervision.
• Executive Presence: Proven experience presenting to and influencing Senior Leadership; ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise high-level judgment.
• Agility: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Strategic Problem Solving: Ability to look beyond the immediate task to understand how local decisions affect the broader Supply Chain Network.

What’s In It For You:

• Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K)
• Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)
• Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
• Learning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
• Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

 Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis is required. No immigration support/sponsorship is offered for this role. 

 Being present in the office three days a week is considered an essential function of all office-based roles for eligible full-time employees.