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Full-Time

Analyst – Supply Chain Network Management

Posted on 10/23/2024

Wayfair

Wayfair

10,001+ employees

E-commerce platform for home goods sales

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Entry, Junior

Company Provides H1B Sponsorship

Boston, MA, USA

Must be onsite in Boston, MA (Monday - Thursday).

Category
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
SQL
Tableau
Looker
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field, Master’s degree is a plus
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, SQL or GBQ, and data visualization tools such as Google Data Studio (Looker, Tableau, or PowerBI)
  • Team-first attitude with enthusiasm for cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
  • High attention to detail, zero-defect analysis and proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously
  • An entrepreneurial spirit and mindset; you must be adaptable and comfortable with change
Responsibilities
  • Manage processes and drive engagement with key cross-functional partners
  • Leverage analytical methods and visualization to translate data sets into actionable insights to drive business decisions and outcomes
  • Conduct ad hoc analyses and build reporting in Google Sheets
  • Communicate regularly with cross functional partners to understand the health of Wayfair’s supply chain network and determine ways to break down problems into action oriented solutions
  • Develop and drive adherence to sustainable long-term performance management frameworks to improve performance across multiple process paths in our supply chain
  • Monitor key performance indicators and assess how we’re making progress against our core metrics and OKRs
  • Work cross-functionally with a variety of teams including Warehousing, Transportation, Tech, and Supplier facing teams

Wayfair specializes in e-commerce for home goods, providing a wide selection of products such as furniture, lighting, cookware, and appliances through its website, wayfair.com. The company operates a marketplace platform that connects consumers with over 5,000 brands, allowing it to offer a vast range of items without managing extensive inventory. Wayfair generates revenue by selling these products and charging advertising fees to suppliers who want to promote their items on the site. Its product offerings include everything from smart kitchen appliances to indoor playsets, catering to various customer needs and budgets. Wayfair stands out from competitors by being a one-stop shop for home-related products, enhancing the shopping experience with appliance packages and curated collections. The company's goal is to simplify home improvement projects for customers by providing a comprehensive selection of home goods.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2.3B

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

-7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Wayfair's extensive product range and strategic sales events, like Black Friday in July, provide employees with opportunities to drive significant revenue growth.
  • The company's expansion into brick-and-mortar stores offers new career opportunities and the potential for increased market penetration.
  • Wayfair's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility initiatives can attract talent interested in making a positive social and environmental impact.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive e-commerce market requires Wayfair to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The company's reliance on a marketplace model means it must effectively manage relationships with over 5,000 brands to ensure product quality and availability.

What makes Wayfair unique

  • Wayfair's marketplace model allows it to offer a vast selection of home goods without the need for extensive inventory management, unlike traditional retailers.
  • The company's focus on curated collections and appliance packages simplifies the shopping experience, setting it apart from competitors who offer less personalized options.
  • Wayfair's commitment to sustainability, including ambitious zero waste goals, enhances its brand appeal in an increasingly eco-conscious market.

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