Sr Logistics Analyst, New Capabilities

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Position Purpose:

A Sr Logistics Analyst, New Capabilities uses analytical methods and a variety of tools to understand, predict, improve and/or control Logistics operation 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. - Daily project activity coordination for multiple large scale initiatives such as Crossdock 1.0 & 2.0 . Developing and executing scorecards for project and key organizational metrics to evaluate the performance to business case of those projects. Performs 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 25% Develops business tools and solutions that leverage the Company’ s volumes, systems and partnerships while providing consistently high levels of customer service in a cost-effective manner.
• 25% Tests solutions/processes for new capabilities to identify potential shortcomings; works closely with operations and system partners to develop SOPs.
• 20% Performs data management through data mining/data modeling/data analysis/cost/benefit analysis/process mapping/%/or problem analysis to evaluate performance, find potential opportunities, and provide other KPIs to senior leaders while executing day to day processes related to area of responsibility.
• 10% Provides recommendations to senior management. Mentors and guides Logistics Analysts
• 10% Identifies and prioritizes operational needs and communicates recommendations to upper management in order to achieve efficient product fulfillment.
• 10% Maintains field documentation / SOPs updated related to project of responsibility.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• This position reports to Manager of Sr Manager
• This position has no Direct Reports

Travel Requirements:

• Typically requires overnight up to 50% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Working Conditions:

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Math or Finance Degree Master's Degree
• Experience with Six Sigma or other Process Improvement Methodology
• 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 Skills
• Project Management Skills
• Finance/CBA/Capital Budget Experience

Minimum Education:

• The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Preferred Education:

• No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 3

Preferred Years of Work Experience:

• No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:

• None

Preferred Leadership Experience:

• None

Certifications:

• None

Competencies:

• None