Business Operations Innovation Manager

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Job Summary

This role will drive data-driven process improvement initiatives across global supply chain operations by combining business analytics, automation, modern data technologies, and workflow optimization. The individual contributor will partner cross-functionally to identify inefficiencies, develop scalable solutions, and enable better decision-making through data, dashboards, analytics platforms, and automation.

This position is ideal for someone who can bridge business and technical teams—translating operational challenges into actionable insights and implementing scalable solutions that improve performance, productivity, decision-making, and user adoption. The role will leverage modern cloud-based analytics, data engineering, and AI-enabled technologies to support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.

Principal Responsibilities

Process Improvement & Transformation

• Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities across global supply chain processes
• Design and implement scalable process improvements aligned to business priorities
• Define success metrics and track impact of process changes
• Partner with business and technical teams to develop data-driven solutions that improve operational performance

Business Intelligence & Insights

• Develop and maintain dashboards, reporting solutions, and analytical frameworks
• Build data models, KPIs, and performance tracking methodologies
• Translate data into actionable insights to support business decision-making
• Leverage enterprise data platforms and modern analytics technologies to improve visibility and decision support
• Support the development of scalable data solutions that improve accessibility, quality, and business value

Automation, Data Platforms & Advanced Tools

• Identify opportunities to automate manual or repetitive workflows
• Deliver solutions using tools such as Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps), data pipelines, cloud-based data platforms, or similar technologies
• Collaborate with technical teams to support analytics, reporting, and data integration initiatives
• Support adoption of modern analytics, AI-enabled tools, and intelligent automation solutions (e.g., Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, and similar technologies where applicable)
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend opportunities to improve operational effectiveness through automation, analytics, and AI

Required

• Experience in business process improvement, analytics, supply chain, or operations roles
• Strong skills in Power BI or similar visualization and analytics tools
• Ability to translate business needs into data-driven solutions
• Experience working with large datasets, data models, and analytical frameworks
• Proven track record delivering measurable business outcomes

Preferred

• Experience with workflow automation tools (Power Automate, Power Apps, etc.)
• Exposure to cloud-based data and analytics platforms (e.g., data lakes, data warehouses, modern analytics environments)
• Exposure to AI-enabled tools, intelligent automation, or advanced analytics solutions
• Familiarity with data integration, data engineering, or enterprise reporting environments
• Background in sales, supply chain, operational analytics, or business operations

Work Experience:

• Typically 6+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

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What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 401K and Pension Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account

• Education Assistance

• Employee Development Resources

• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company.  If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.