Transformation Lead

OVERVIEW

The Transformation Lead plays a crucial role in leading and supporting initiatives aimed at continuous improvement in planning and inventory management.   Some experience in Anaplan is a plus given Alo’s base planning platform is Anaplan.   In addition, this role requires a deep understanding of strategic planning, process improvement, system implementation and change management.  This person will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement, develop solutions and lead projects to deliver successful outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate closely with Planning, Buying and Allocation to understand and enhance their respective systems and processes. Discuss with functional leads and SME’s to determine their needs, coordinate with internal and/or external Technology teams to design, implement, update solutions to meet those needs so users can be effective in their daily jobs.
• Through clear and concise communication, working with functional leads to develop a project plan for key transformation initiatives and ensure successful go live change management from beginning to end.
• Operate as transformation liaison understanding current business processes and making recommendations for improvements based on industry trends and business knowledge. Proactively look for automation opportunities to remove existing manual practices.
• Work closely with Alo IT, 3rd party SaaS vendors and Anaplan teams to ensure best practices across data integration, governance, new releases, and incident resolutions.
• Manage external consultants and 3rd party SaaS vendors to oversee P&A projects end to end; ensure best practices and strong time management skills to set realistic expectations with P&A and leadership.
• Actively build and nurture a culture of learning, respect, transparency and trust within P&A and Transformation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• +2 years of Anaplan experience, certified solution architect and model builder a plus.
• Strong project management skills coordinating multiple projects with external consultants and internal cross functional teams.
• Knowledge of multiple tools such as Alteryx, Tableau, Confluence, Lucid, Asana, JIRA to document and enhance systematic structures between Transformation and Technology.
• Demonstrate relevant industry knowledge to problem-solve and business acumen to communicate with cross functional Business and Technology teams to understand and solve for their pain points within P&A and Alo ERP and tools.
• Experience in FP&A, Supply Chain Planning, Planning and Allocation a plus.

The Base Salary Range for this position is $130,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the Company’s total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.