Below are the 4 Supply Chain Analysts, 2 Supply Chain Planners & 3 Inventory Analysts with JDA supply chain & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides supply chain managers, product managers, systems analysts, software engineers, business analysts, functional consultants, developers and JDA implementation consultants with your industry & other systems experienceon a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a supply chain-adept senior programmer analyst who worked in retail, automotive and business services industries? Technical skills include JDA (particularly SCM), Oracle, Java, IBM Mainframe, MQ Series, SyncSort, FileAid, UNIX and COBOL. One key accomplishment was implementing an enhancement to improve run-times for inventory management system. Educational attainment and certification include Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Computer Information Systems. The professional is also JDA Space Planning & Space Automation Certified.

Working in the retail industry, tasks involved mentoring junior supply chain planning members on protocol, process, and procedure. This professional also assisted in procurement of hardware and software for JDA Demand Fulfillment v7.7 Proof of Concept, as well as configured and installed third party (JDA) web-based software package for Proof of Concept. Part of the job was to serve as project lead of supply chain planning (JDA) enhancement/project team and to serve as subject matter expert (SME) for JDA application-Demand Fulfillment 7.2.1.

Serving in a management consulting company, some of the duties were configuring JDA applications for maximum Performance, as well as consulting clients in regard to supply chain decisions, managing system defects and managing client relationship. This professional also worked with cross-functional team in regard to hardware decisions.

Would a supply chain-experienced systems analyst with experience working in manufacturing, software and retail industries fit in your organization? Educational background includes BS Information Technology (Database Management) and MBA (ongoing). This specialist has extensive skills in the analysis and integration of supply chain & manufacturing systems, enterprise, POS, inventory, merchandising, space and floor planning. System skills involve JDA SCM, JDA Demand Classification, JDA Demand Planning; JDA Supply; JDA Master Planning; JDA Monitor, JDA Strategy, JDA Sequencing supply chain systems (Manugistics); JDA Enterprise Planning; JDA Enterprise Knowledgebase and Allocation (JDA Arthur, JDA Enterprise Architecture and JDA Integrator (platform); JDA IKB Space Planning and JDA EIA (JDA Intactix); JDA POS, WINDSS, and Portals store systems; JDA PMM merchandising inventory system; JDA Trade Event Management revenue management system; SAP MRP and APO systems integration; Cognos reporting and business intelligence systems.

Some accomplishments included performing IT and business of Supply Chain Planning and Optimization (JDA/Manugistics), as well as systems and application installation, configuration, and integration (JDA Webworks, Demand, Supply, Strategy, Monitor, Master Planning, Sequencing, EAI interfacing, SAP (P40, MRP, APO) and DW/BW. This specialist provided integration testing, support, QA and enhancing JDA SCPO suite of applications such as JDA Demand, Monitor, Demand Classification, Fulfilment, Master Planning, Sequencing and Strategy (Manugistics).

Shared expertise in another job by supporting over 23 go-lives and upgrades for customers by assisting in installations and configurations for Oracle-based host system, supply chain, and revenue management system. Part of the job was to carry out QA and unit testing for host systems, demand and seasonality products, as well as POS integration.

How can a supply chain-knowledgeable implementation professional with experience working in software, publishing and logistics industries help your organization? Educational background and certifications include BA Political Science, MBA, APICS CPIM (Certified in Production & Inventory Management), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Processional) and APICS Qualified Instructor. Software knowledge consists of JDA (especially JDA SCM, JDA Fulfillment) and SAP. Technical skills also include analyzing business requirements to improve business processes, inventory planning & control, and supply chain education. This professional has supply chain and operations management experience in the high tech manufacturing and publishing industries.

Working with challenging issues such as configuring and implementing JDA Fulfillment and Order optimization functionality to meet specific customer requirements were part of this specialist’s work experience. Some of the responsibilities were documenting business requirements, writing functional specifications, conducting unit testing, and developing user Acceptance cases. This professional also configured JDA Fulfillment and built transportation loads functionality to address 11 multi-faceted vendor Order minimum and transportation constraint scenarios for a fashion retailer. Part of the job was to configure 9 distinct purchasing models using JDA Fulfillment and Order Optimization for food products distributor.

Other jobs required making suggestions for improvements, and providing fundamental APICS supply chain education have been career objectives. Some of the duties were supporting supply chain groups as a super-user and project champion during SAP ERP and advanced planning functionality implementations. This specialist also provided SAP functional and configuration expertise, business process mapping and refinement, education and training, post go live support to companies in the food products, home and personal care products, and medical products industries.

Would hiring a supply chain analyst who worked in transportation, manufacturing and logistics industries help meet the goals of your organization? Educational background and certification are composed of Associates in Business Management and Six Sigma Lean Green Belt Certified. Software know-how consists of JDA (particularly SCM), CPS, Arriba, My Supply Cabinet, AS/400, SAP, PeopleSoft, Cognos, Taleo and Kronos. This auto mechanic technician graduate is enrolled for an Associate’s in Business Management degree.

Acting as supply chain analyst, some of the task were managing the transportation budget and supply chain metrics for inbound, outbound and parts procurement operations, as well as rolling out and implementing the GTOC-A i2 JDA load planning network and TW Slot dock appointment scheduling tool. This specialist carried out successful start-up and implementation of SPM/EWM and SAP MACH1 systems. Part of the job was to work closely with engineering and IT to fix system issues and layouts.

While working for other employers, some of the duties were managing and supervising daily activities both operationally and revenue growth. Other responsibilities were managing, training and implementing new policies and procedures at a 12-door facility. This analyst also ran and oversaw the day-to-day operations (inbound, outbound, pick up, deliveries) as well as managed a total of 26 associates including drivers and office personnel.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this supply chain-experienced demand planner with extensive experience working in the transportation industry? Technical knowledge is composed of JDA (particularly SCM, Advanced Warehouse Replenishment or AWR), Cognos, Citrix and more. This high school graduate has Level II (Silver) and Level III (Bronze) certifications in JDA AWR. Notable accomplishments were reducing overstock by $7.3M+. This professional has strong knowledge and experience in demand planning, purchasing, sales, customer service, and warehousing wholesale distributor for automotive/ commercial tires.

Challenges like assisting in the implementation of JDA Advanced Warehouse Replenishment (JDA AWR), as well as establishing standard procedures and processes for purchasing department were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. Developing methods of using software to accommodate unusual demand of tire industry was also one of the duties completed. Other tasks involve managing brands’ stocking levels, forecasts, overstock, and item maintenance for 4000+ SKUs and $25 Million in inventory.

Shared expertise by submitting orders via web, EDI and email as well as serving as key point of contact for these vendors. Some of the responsibilities were performing item maintenance within Exceed POS system and within JDA AWR. Additional tasks included creating new SKUs, maintaining correct pricing and ensuring all detail of SKUs were correct. Furthermore, this specialist continuously identified discontinued items as they became obsolete and removed them from product screen, replacing them if necessary with the new SKU.

Is impacting your organization with a planner with work background in transportation, technology and retail industries a current business consideration? Remarkable achievements were generating $20 Million in savings thru labor efficiencies, scrap reduction, as well as increasing turns from 4 to 12, sustaining above 96% service levels across distribution network and 98% line fill/unit fill rates. Technical skills are composed of JDA SCM, Oracle and Kanban. Educational attainment and certification are composed of MBA in Finance & Operations Management. Credentials include Certified CPIM, CSCP and Certified CPF.

Serving in a retail company, utilizing Oracle and JDA integrated solution to conduct demand planning, store assortment planning and replenishment was a primary responsibility. Reconciling category/sub-2 allocation to sales plan/margin plans was also part of the job. Additional tasks involved driving sales/operational planning with merchandising, finance, and Marketing department to implement process improvements.

In another job, executing supply chain related kaizen events and value stream mapping was one of the key duties accomplished. Other responsibilities were ensuring shortened vendor lead times, tooling, components, subassemblies, and turnaround cores availability to close gaps in materials organization. Moreover, this specialist identified alternate vendor sourcing, as well as developed inventory control programs of consignment stocks, VMI, and Kanban replenishments. Standardizing and adopting A3 project methodology of JDA planning systems in statistical forecasting was also part of the job.

Would hiring an inventory analyst who worked in retail, manufacturing and insurance industries help your organization meet its goals? Technical skills include JDA (especially SCM), AS/400 and more. Education and professional development include JDA Certified Bronze Level. This professional has a successful career in managing inventory, procurement and sourcing processes. One notable accomplishment was demonstrating excellent communications with team, across departments, with vendors and business customers to get the proper material to the right place at the right time.

As inventory replenishment analyst for a retail company, some of the tasks covered determining proper needed inventory levels for health and beauty care products by analyzing data in AS/400 and JDA systems. Part of the job was placing daily Purchase orders with numerous vendors and accurately tracking shipment receipt. Additional responsibilities were managing and quickly resolving vendor compliance issues (i.e. missing packing slips, mixed pallets, incorrect case UPC codes, damaged & refused product, late or missed carrier appointments). Another duty was reporting accurate “out of stock” and ETA information that supported improved outbound Order processing team procedures and service quality. Alerts received from warehouse pertaining to product dating were managed and product’s acceptability was determined based on inventory levels and product dating requirements.

in another job, some of the duties were purchasing and maintaining inventory levels for two warehouse locations. Other tasks involved analyzing daily reports to determine needed inventory levels of products, processing Purchase orders with vendors and tracking shipment arrival, as well as sourcing products and requested pricing and bids from vendors.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this inventory analyst with experience working in manufacturing and retail industries? One notable accomplishment was identifying and coordinating system improvements to better serve customers. Technical know-how is composed of JDA (particularly SCM), JD Edwards, E3 and EDI Systems. Educational background is composed of BA Political Science. Summary of qualifications include more than a decade of management experience with strong background in sales support and customer service. The professional has extensive experience in facilitating training and implementing standard operating procedures.

Contributed to the organization’s success by being responsible for Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, & Replenishment (CPFR) for a hardware store using JDA Advanced Warehouse Replenishment by E3. The maintenance of adequate service levels for 100+ SKUs in 12 distribution centers was also carried out. Additional responsibilities were placing weekly orders based on forecasts and sales history, as well as developing seasonal profiles to ensure product availability and adequate service levels.

Supported organizational goals in other jobs by working with IS department to design Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) systems for two customers. Some of the duties were providing VMI training for CS account managers, assisting with set-up of first E3 software package for a retail company, as well as establishing new contacts with customer’s EDI departments and providers to encourage more customers to participate in EDI. This professional also handled all merchandising, inventory control, ordering, Cash control, and maintenance functions.

Is impacting your organization with an inventory analyst who worked in retail, computer and semiconductor industries a current business consideration? Remarkable achievements were decreasing the networking and computing inventory by 18%, saving $1.4 Million in 6 months. Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Business Administration (Supply Chain Management) and Master of Business Administration. Technological skills and service include JDA (specialized in Forecasting & Inventory Analysis tools), OMI, Business Intelligence and Windows XP OS.

While employed in a retail company as inventory analyst, this professional was accountable for forecasting, planning, analyzing, replenishing, and reallocating $5 Million in inventory for table top, eco, candles, and seasonal card & party commodities. Some of the tasks were collaborating with planners to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of JDA forecasting and stock out exceptions to increase service level and reduce inventory as well as out of stocks. Another duty was proactively communicating with buyers, planners & vendors to analyze information and requirements to deliver 100% in stock for 3 refreshes and major holidays.

Part of the job in a computer hardware company, some of the achievements were decreasing spare parts backlog orders older than 5 days by 90%, as well as reducing the average aging on spare parts orders from 6.4 days to 2 days. This specialist also participated in on a repair project to reduce spending through a new repair process.