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General Nature of Position As a Business Operations Analyst for Deckers Distribution function, you will provide administrative, financial and analytical support across the various distribution centers in North America, including supporting procurement, budgeting, forecasting, billing, invoicing, and operational reporting/analytics processes. You will provide administrative, financial and analytical support across the various distribution centers in North America/Midwest. Essential Functions Maintain the purchase order process to ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, financial controls, and company procedures. Audit and process vendor invoices, credits, receipts, accruals, and other procurement-related transactions. Partner with Accounts Payable, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to resolve payment discrepancies and ensure timely invoice processing. Independently complete month‑end close activities, including accruals, account reconciliations, inventory transactions, and cost reporting to ensure accurate financial results. Support operational planning by monitoring expenditure, identifying cost‑savings opportunities, and analyzing procurement and inventory performance metrics. Review procurement and financial transactions for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and report findings or recommended corrective actions to management. Prepare financial and operational reports for local management, including P&L impact analysis. Perform variance analysis of Actual vs. Forecast and Budget results, and support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes. Provide procurement operations support, including forecasting non‑inventory products, inventory management, non‑inventory flow and space planning, cycle counts, supplier management, and expediting activities. Issue operational supplies and materials through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ensuring accurate inventory transactions, timely material availability, and proper documentation. Maintain inventory accuracy by processing material issues, receipts, and adjustments within the CMMS while supporting operations requirements. Track, measure, control, and benchmark procurement KPIs through the development of recurring operational and financial metrics reports to drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with internal customers, not limited to Finance, Global Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Operations to support procurement initiatives and process improvements. Cross‑train with other departments and provide operational support as needed to ensure business continuity. Perform other duties and special projects assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives. Qualifications Education / Certifications Bachelor's Degree in Financing/Accounting, Business, Supply Chain, Operations, OR equivalent management accounting experience preferred, but not required. Work Experience 3 - 5 years of related experience. Distribution Center and Supplier/vendor relationship management experience preferred. Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and analytical platforms, including but not limited to the ability to analyze data using pivots and V‑Lookups. Experience in understanding process flow and suggest improvements to deliver cost savings, inventory reduction, or other benefits to the site. Skills / Competencies Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining a strong customer service focus. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify issues, analyze data, and recommend effective solutions. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (advanced spreadsheets, data analysis, and reporting), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), or inventory management systems to issue materials, process transactions, and maintain inventory accuracy. Knowledge of procurement, inventory control, cycle counting, supplier management, and materials management processes. Ability to prepare financial and operational reports, perform variance analysis, and support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting activities. Experience tracking and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) to support operational and financial performance improvements. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under competing deadlines and changing business requirements. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Procurement, Operations, Maintenance, and other cross‑functional teams. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies, procedures, safety rules, operating instructions, and technical docum #J-18808-Ljbffr

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