Import Freight Optimization Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst II – MWT

055639

IOP SCA II

Exempt / Career

There's a lot that goes on behind the scenes to keep our Stores stocked and ready to serve customers. H E B's manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation (MW&T) divisions support each of our retail locations. Our W&T Supply Chain Team innovates and executes to optimize source-to-shelf operations by analyzing supply chain processes and systems while providing current, reliable supply chain data, analysis, and technical info.

As a Supply Chain Analyst, you will develop processes, tools, reports, and provide data analytics to support H-E-B’s supply chain strategic initiatives such as supply and demand forecasting, inventory planning, logistics, and cost optimization.

Once you’re eligible, you’ll become an Owner in the company, so we’re looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. “Partner-owned” means our most important resources—People—drive the innovation, growth, and success that makes H-E-B The Greatest Retailing Company.

We are looking for :

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain related field
• Advanced analytical and project management skills
• 5+ years’ experience

As an Import Optimization Analyst II , you’ll be responsible for project management tasks, data processing, paperwork and recordkeeping related to our suppliers. You’ll partner cross-functionally with our buyers, sourcing managers, vendors, Corporate Compliance and other teams to process data and analyze global risks and determine efficiency opportunities.

Once you’re eligible, you’ll become an Owner in the company, so we’re looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. “Partner-owned” means our most important resources—People—drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

Do you have a :

HEART FOR PEOPLE… interpersonal skills?

HEAD FOR BUSINESS… understanding of why H-E-B customs compliance is so vital?

PASSION FOR RESULTS… drive to learn and support U.S. customs processes?

What is the work?

Analytics

• Independently identifies, documents, analyzes, implements, and communicates solutions to meet the needs of the business
• Defines and documents the current and future operational scenarios and work with other business areas and client groups to translate moderately complex business needs into solutions and/or business requirements
• Analyzes probable impact of recommendations and solutions on other business areas and client groups.
• Contributes to the cost/benefit analysis, design, and implementation of supply chain models for projects
• Provides support and resources for ad-hoc analysis requests, tools, development, and process improvement projects
• Identifies issues and gaps within current business processes and develops solutions which drive continuous improvement in the functional area

Import Optimization

• Import Optimization Analyst I tasks plus:
• Research and recommend cost savings opportunities
• Assesses potential cost-savings opportunities based on suppliers’ supply chain against HEB’s business needs
• Supports our customs compliance team in guiding suppliers through customs compliance requirements
• Supports our global logistics team in providing freight volumes from import suppliers to identify efficiencies.
• Presents to leadership and business partners on key performance indicators
• Supports training and education services to teams & vendors

Project Management

• Manages medium to large complexity projects that may encompass technologies, facilities, processes, materials, handling systems, or other business initiatives
• Ensures the project is on schedule, high quality, within determined budget, meets departmental scorecard, and creates business value
• Contributes to project efforts/status including developing project plans, schedules, risk assessments, and coordinating logistical team
• Proactively develops project management tools for Supply Chain
• Supports/delivers training and education services to teams & resources
• May lead, in conjunction with project teams, the delivery of processes, systems, processes, metrics and/or services in the agreed upon time frames
• Maintains client/stakeholder partnerships to ensure overall satisfaction
• a related bachelor’s or associate degree (preferred) and 5+ years of experience in logistics or compliance
• 5+ years’ experience in transportation
• 2+ years’ experience with sourcing methods

What is your background?

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field or relevant business/technical experience
• 5+ years’ experience
• Supply Chain Systems: Project Management Professional Certification preferred OR
• Supply Chain Optimization: Experience developing/maintaining engineered labor standards preferred OR
• Transportation Procurement: experience with freight term changes and logistics (Transportation Supply Chain only)
• Transportation Modeling: experience with analyzes freight networks preferred (Transportation Supply Chain only)
• a related bachelor’s or associate degree (preferred) and 3+ years of experience
• OR 5+ years of experience in logistics or compliance
• Experience in transportation
• Experience with sourcing methods

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an Import Optimization

Analyst II at H-E-B?

• Advanced written/Verbal communication and presentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Strong organization, time-management, and documentation / record management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between tasks; attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B Supply Chain Analyst?

• Advanced written/Verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong computer skills. Proficiency in MS Office, SQL, Cognos, and/or Teredata
• Strong analytical skills and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between projects
• Ability to work complex issues with senior management
• Demonstrates initiative and willingness to take risks
• Viewed by clients/stakeholders as an emerging subject matter expert and thought leader in focus area

Can you…

• Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment
• Travel by car or plane with overnight stays
• Sit for extended periods of time
• Work extended hours

06-2018

4-15-2025