Entry-Level Supply Chain Analyst

About Us:

For over 100 years, Hartz has been driven by one belief: pets make life better. That belief fuels our commitment to creating innovative, trusted products that strengthen the bond between pets and their families.

Our diverse team of passionate professionals continuously reimagine what pet care can be—working collaboratively to improve the wellbeing of pets everywhere. We’re proud to offer an inclusive, flexible workplace where employees are supported, valued, and empowered to grow.

At Hartz, the work you do matters—far beyond our walls. Join us and help shape the next chapter of pet care innovation.

What We Offer …

• Hybrid Work Schedule: Enjoy flexibility with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.
• Pet-Friendly Culture: Bring your pet to work and enjoy a casual, inclusive environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a generous 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy up to 34 paid days off annually. 
• Paid Leaves: Parental leave, Bereavement leave, and Military leave.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Healthcare FSA, and Mental Health EAP, basic Life insurance and Disability Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement & Career Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and other learning and development opportunities.
• Employee Perks: Volunteer opportunities, fun employee events, and more!

The Role …

We’re seeking an Entry-Level Supply Chain Analyst to join our team and help drive efficient supply chain operations through data-driven insights. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a strong foundation in analytical skills while gaining hands-on experience in logistics, warehousing, and supply chain systems.

In this role, under the mentorship of senior staff, you’ll contribute to the development of reports and dashboards, analyze operational data, help identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities. Over time, you’ll grow into a key support resource for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), helping maintain system accuracy, resolve issues, and improve process automation while collaborating across cross functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives. 

This position is located at our Secaucus, NJ corporate headquarters, and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule. 

Your Responsibilities …

Data Analysis & Reporting 

• Collaborate with Supply Chain & IT teams to develop and implement reports and dashboards that support data-driven decision-making
• Ensure reports and dashboards accurately reflect requested data and are presented in a clear, user-friendly format
• Generate ad-hoc reports, data models, analyses, and benchmarking requests to support the Supply Chain team as needed
• Identify key drivers and root causes through data analysis, presenting findings clearly and concisely
• Conduct in-depth analyses to uncover trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for supply chain optimization 

Process Optimization & Automation 

• Assist with WMS/LMS system configurations and warehouse/logistics processes to drive operational efficiency
• Develop proficiency in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and provide frontline assistance as needed
• Improve data reporting efficiency by automating and optimizing processes, reducing manual effort in recurring reporting, benchmarking, and analytics tasks
• Partner with Procurement, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to refine and streamline inventory control processes

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Workflow Management 

• Collaborate with Logistics to measure and report on freight spend 
• Collaborate with Supply Chain & 3PLs to measure and report on labor metrics/KPIs/performance/warehouse efficiency/spend
• Develop proficiency in both the functional and technical aspects of supply chain process and data

You’ll Need …

• Education: Bachelor’s  Degree in Data Science/Analytics, Information Technology/Systems, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Intermediate Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, IF statement, macros, INDEX & MATCH)/SQL skills (e.g. Query, Join, Group By, Sort By, Where)
• Analytical Skills: Foundational analytical and data visualization skills, capable of identifying trends, patterns, and outliers in data analyses
• Data Modeling Skills: Experience developing “what-if” scenarios 
• Communication Skills: Demonstrates effective communication skills to translate data into clear, actionable insights, with a focus on presenting these recommendations 
• Time Management Skills: Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently 
• Software Knowledge: Familiarity with Business Intelligence tools (e.g. Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, and Qlik Sense)
• Business Travel: Ability to travel as needed a few times a year (domestic & international)

Highly Desired Experience & Skills …

• Experience: Relevant internships in a supply chain analysis position or related role highly preferred
• System Knowledge: Knowledge of Warehouse Management System (WMS) 
• Programming Languages: Python or R 
• Forecasting Skills: Experience with demand, inventory, and warehouse/labor forecasting