Analyst, Inbound Transportation

About the role

Your analytical mindset, technical expertise, and passion for improving operational performance make you a great fit for our Analyst, Inbound Transportation position. Join our dynamic team and play a key role in optimizing inbound transportation operations through data analysis, reporting, systems support, and continuous process improvements that drive efficiency and reduce company landed costs.

Responsibilities

As an Analyst, Inbound Transportation at Dollar Tree, you'll provide operational, analytical, and information systems support to all areas of the Inbound Transportation team. Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support the daily transportation routing process to achieve the highest transportation service level at the lowest possible cost through proper modal and carrier selection.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and support of new transportation technology solutions, system upgrades, and operational processes.
• Successfully execute system testing for transportation applications, enhancements, and upgrades.
• Perform system administration functions and provide ongoing operational support for transportation systems.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while supporting internal teams, vendors, and carrier partners.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance analytical tools to measure operational performance, support SLA compliance, define transportation costs, and support budget execution.
• Create and execute reports that provide actionable insights for transportation operations and leadership.
• Perform ad hoc analysis, reporting, and special projects as assigned by Transportation leadership.
• Utilize data to identify opportunities for operational improvements and increased transportation efficiency.
• Partner with vendors, merchants, transportation operations, and supply chain leadership to communicate logistics costs, service standards, and transportation plans throughout the supply chain.
• Support cross-functional transportation initiatives by providing accurate reporting and analytical support.
• Build strong working relationships across departments to improve inbound transportation performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve transportation processes, reporting, analytics, and system functionality.
• Support the ongoing refinement of transportation systems and analytical processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance and reduce company landed costs.
• Complete additional assignments and projects as required.

Qualifications

The following qualifications are required:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of data analysis experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, macros, VLOOKUP, Power Pivot, and Power BI.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Access.
• Ability to write and understand SQL.
• Experience with data governance or data management.
• Experience successfully deploying complex projects independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Dynamic, adaptable work style with the ability to thrive in a changing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, collaborative approach with a strong customer-service mindset.

The following qualifications are preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain.
• Practical working knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Experience with ETL tools such as Informatica or Alteryx.
• Ability to interpret and understand EDI transactions.
• Experience or education in statistics and/or financial reporting.

Pay

The start rate for this position is $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 based on experience, plus a 10% bonus.

Benefits

The company offers a range of benefits, including:

• Health, Dental, & Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life and disability insurance benefits
• 401k plan
• PTO
• Paid holidays annually
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Educational Assistance
• Access to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and services