Supply Chain Analyst

The Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations which support operations and multiple internal business lines while ensuring a high rate of project communication and completion. This position uses analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, improve, forecast and/or support chain operations and distribution processes. Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, analytically minded, use critical thinking and be able to support and lead multiple projects. Be able, motivated, and energized to support a global business operating in multiple time-zones and work cross-functionally and cross-culturally with internal and external clients/partners.

The essential functions in this are not all-inclusive of this position’s duties and responsibilities. Reliable and dependable attendance is required.

• Create, improve, and maintain reporting and analytical capabilities to support decision-making (inventory, spend profile, etc.)
• Identify savings and value opportunities through data analysis; negotiate with internal / external partners
• Collect, analyze and recommend action to support NRO’s, LTO’s and other strategic projects.
• Use current visualization tools for process mapping and problem-solving
• Analyze and optimize service trends: identify patterns of missed opportunities, measure on-going project success and be able to work on continuous improvement in all areas of the supply chain
• Support finished goods optimization modeling in distribution centers (SKU level, distribution location)
• Provide supply chain analysis to first and last mile transportation, distribution and ancillary service costs building an end-to-end cost picture
• Report out KPI’s, project updates, and business status as needed to leadership with consistent accuracy and a sense of urgency
• Collaborate within the company including Operations, Finance, Accounting, I.T. and suppliers
• Notify supplies of new and/or closing restaurants
• Support distribution process by setting up supplier product information and reviewing inventory levels
• Track department invoices and maintain department records as needed
• Work with the supply chain team to ensure customer needs are fulfilled

• Four (4) year college degree in business management, operations, logistics (or similar field), or equivalent industry experience
• Experience in Foodservice and Supply Chain preferred

First Watch is the leading Daytime Dining concept serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch and lunch using the freshest ingredients available. Guided by its “Follow the Sun” culinary philosophy, First Watch’s chef-driven menu rotates multiple times per year to feature the highest-quality flavors at their peak, offering elevated executions of classic favorites, fresh juices like the Kale Tonic, and fan favorites such as the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Quinoa Power Bowl and signature Million Dollar Bacon. For every kid’s meal served, First Watch proudly donates a portion to organizations and causes making a positive impact to our communities – raising approximately $2.0 million to date. A recipient of many “Best Breakfast” and “Best Brunch” awards, First Watch was voted #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, and also named 2025 and 2024’s #1 Most Loved Workplace in America by the Best Practice Institute – an accolade most recently featured in The Wall Street Journal – after appearing on the list in 2022 and 2023, as well. With a commitment to quality, hospitality and community, First Watch is redefining Daytime Dining across more than 630 First Watch restaurants in 32 states. For more information, visit .

First Watch is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, First Watch will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.