Western Digital

Supply Chain Fullfillment Analyst

San Jose, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Data Storage, BiotechnologyIndustries

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands. We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

This role is responsible for overseeing and coordinating cross-border order fulfillment projects across multiple international locations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of products while optimizing logistics, managing inventory levels, and collaborating with various stakeholders to streamline global supply chain operations. Key duties include developing project plans, identify issue and create mitigation plan, mitigate and minimize risks, and monitoring performance metrics to achieve efficient global fulfillment strategies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Planning and Execution

  • Develop comprehensive project plans for global fulfillment initiatives, including timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Manage project execution across different regions, coordinating with local teams and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
  • Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Management

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, operations, finance, and IT to align fulfillment goals with overall business objectives.
  • Build strong relationships with international partners, suppliers, and distributors to ensure smooth order processing and delivery.
  • Communicate project updates and key decisions to senior management and stakeholders effectively.

Inventory Management

  • Optimize inventory levels across multiple warehouses to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
  • Monitor inventory forecasting and adjust based on demand fluctuations and seasonal trends.
  • Manage stock transfers between warehouses to meet regional fulfillment requirements.

Process Improvement

  • Identify areas for improvement in global fulfillment processes, including order processing, picking, packing, and shipping.
  • Implement process optimization initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for global fulfillment operations.

Performance Analysis and Reporting

  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, order accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
  • Analyze data to identify performance trends and areas for improvement.
  • Generate regular reports for senior management to demonstrate project progress and impact.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business or Finance with 8 to 10 years of relevant experience
  • Strong project management skills with proven experience in managing complex cross-border fulfillment projects.
  • Deep understanding of international logistics, customs regulations, and trade compliance.
  • Expertise in warehouse management

Skills

Supply Chain Management
Order Fulfillment
Logistics Optimization
Inventory Management
Project Planning
Risk Mitigation
Performance Monitoring
Cross-border Operations

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$927.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life, accident, & disability insurance
Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee stock purchase plan
Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.
Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.
Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.
The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.
Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.
Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.
Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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