Logistics Analyst

About the role

A Logistics Sr. Analyst uses analytical methods and a variety of tools to understand, predict, improve and/or control Logistics operations and processes. Sr. Logistics Analysts are responsible for data management, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support Logistics management. Solves problems by considering courses of action within the framework of business goals and standards. Operates with minimal supervision and once given general assignments, prioritizes and executes tasks. Provides and communicates recommendations to upper management. Mentors and guides Logistics Analysts in daily work tasks. Must be a self starter, detail oriented, able to support and lead multiple projects, possess excellent communication skills, work well with a team, interact with multiple levels and functions with the Logistics organization, and able to manage vendor/business relationships.

Responsibilities

• Daily project activity coordination for multiple large scale initiatives such as Supply Chain Sync, Manual Floor Load, and Breakpack enhancement Implementation.
• Developing and executing score carding for project and key organizational metrics to evaluate the performance to business case of those projects.
• Performs forecasting, development and implementation of process improvement opportunities associated with assigned projects.
• Performs analysis in support of requested business and systemic enhancements which will result in cost savings to the company
• Provides recommendations to senior management.
• Mentors and guides Logistics Analysts
• Manages vendor/business partner relationships

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Math or Finance Degree preferred.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience with Six Sigma or other Process Improvement Methodology preferred.
• Proficient in: Microsoft Office Suite including Access, Excel, Powerpoint, Project, Word and Visio.
• Advanced Skills in: Mini-Tab, Access, SQL, Visual Basic.
• Skills for Data Acquisition and Analysis, Visio-Process Mapping.
• Project Management Skills.
• Finance/CBA/Capital Budget Experience preferred.