AI use among transportation, storage, and distribution managers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for transportation, storage, and distribution managers: 10% (little observed).

Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience in supply chain labor planning, workforce forecasting, and optimization modeling.

Proficiency in SQL and cloud-based analytics platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Redshift, BigQuery, Azure Synapse) with experience managing large datasets and developing forecasting solutions.

Experience developing data-driven forecasting and optimization models using tools such as CPLEX, Gurobi, or similar optimization platforms.

Ability to partner across operations, logistics, technology, and analytics teams to drive strategic workforce planning and labor optimization initiatives.

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall strategy and execution of facilities functions, as well as the planning and directing of activities and operations of supply chain development. Build partnerships with transportation and logistics teams to collectively develop and execute strategies within the supply chain network.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

Develops, maintains and utilizes various tools to enable effective development, education and direction of the supply chain process.

Develops effective communication and processes with the transportation and logistics teams.

Evaluates suppliers on best value, including service and methods, to improve field productivity and price.

Drives usage of cost models to validate commodity strategies and to understand significant cost drivers.

Assists in translating complex system models (Llamasoft, Tableau) into executive-level presentations with analyses and data driven recommendations.

Schedules and executes periodic evaluations to ensure vendors are adhering to pricing contracts and agreements.

Ensures effective response time on delivery of materials to the job sites and monitors service delivery to ensure the agreed targets and standards are met.

Provides leadership for supply chain projects both internal and external.

Nature and Scope

Solutions require analysis and investigation.

Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles, and practical experience.

Manages a group or team of professional individual contributors and/or indirectly supervises support staff.

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 7+ years of experience in a related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.