Supply Chain Analyst - First Watch Restaurants, Inc.

The Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations which support operations and multiple internal business lines while ensuring a high rate of project communication and completion. This position uses analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, improve, forecast and/or support chain operations and distribution processes. Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, analytically minded, use critical thinking and be able to support and lead multiple projects. Be able, motivated, and energized to support a global business operating in multiple time-zones and work cross-functionally and cross-culturally with internal and external clients/partners.

The essential functions in this job description are not all-inclusive of this position’s duties and responsibilities.  Reliable and dependable attendance is required.

• Provide product information JIT for Procure To Pay and Inventory programs
• Create, improve, and maintain reporting and analytical capabilities to support decision-making using tools like Excel and business analysis tools like Power BI or Tableau
• Use current visualization tools for process mapping and problem-solving
• Analyze and optimize service trends: identify patterns of missed opportunities, measure on-going project success and be able to work on continuous improvement in all areas of the supply chain
• Support finished goods optimization modeling in distribution centers (SKU level, and by distribution location)
• Identify savings and value opportunities through data analysis and be able to work with internal and external partners
• Collect, analyze and recommend action to support NRO’s, LTO’s and other strategic projects.
• Provide supply chain analysis to first and last mile transportation, distribution and ancillary service costs building an end-to-end cost picture
• Work with Director of Supply Chain to build various reporting and analytics as required (inventory, spend profile, etc)
• Report out to business leadership - KPI’s, project updates, and business status as needed with consistent accuracy and a sense of urgency
• Collaborate within the company including Operations, Finance, Accounting, I.T. and suppliers

• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated success in Supply Chain or Procurement experience specifically in the areas forecasting, inventory management and/or procurement
• Four (4) year college degree or equivalent 5 years of industry experience in Foodservice and Supply Chain preferred

First Watch is an award-winning Daytime Dining concept serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch using fresh ingredients across its network of neighborhood restaurants. A recipient of hundreds of local “Best Breakfast” and “Best Brunch” accolades, First Watch's chef-driven menu includes elevated executions of classic favorites along with specialties such as the Quinoa Power Bowl®, Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos, Avocado Toast, Chickichanga, Morning Meditation, Spiked Lavender Lemonade, and its signature Million Dollar Bacon. In 2023, First Watch was recognized as the top restaurant brand in Yelp’s inaugural list of the top 50 most-loved brands in the U.S. In 2023 and 2022, First Watch was named a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace® in Newsweek by the Best Practice Institute. In 2022, First Watch was awarded a sought-after MenuMasters honor by Nation's Restaurant News for its seasonal Braised Short Rib Omelet and recognized with ADP's coveted Culture at Work Award. First Watch operates more than 520 restaurants in 29 states and employs more than 15,000 team members nationwide. For more information, visit www.firstwatch.com.

First Watch is an equal-opportunity employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, First Watch will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.