Data Analyst, Transportation

About the Role

The Transportation Data Analyst – I is a dual-faceted role requiring analytical thinking and hands-on data work. This individual will analyze data, create visuals and reports with a "can do" approach, and contribute to understanding larger operational concepts for visualization projects. A key responsibility is identifying and extracting KPIs, risk, and compliance data, converting it into easily digestible formats for business growth. This position reports to a senior analyst level role.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate visuals in reports using PowerBI and other Microsoft products.
• Train and develop internal operations teams on the reporting structure, including creating SOPs, best practices, and process improvement plans.
• Collaborate with other data analysts to understand company-wide datapoints and create new visuals for operations teams.
• Generate and analyze data reports from internal and external sources.
• Develop processes and plans for the maintenance of existing reports, trackers, and documents, as well as the creation and incorporation of new reports.
• Generate SOP documents for the existing reporting structure.
• Continually strengthen industry knowledge and relevant applications.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and operations teams across the country.
• Exhibit an organized approach and superior attention to detail.
• Take on new tasks and responsibilities as needed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Excellent computer skills in Office applications (Microsoft preferred).
• Proficient in PowerBI, Tableau, Minitab, or other related tools (PowerBI preferred).
• Experience in a supply chain field or equivalent.
• Ability to apply business statistics in problem-solving (descriptive statistics, probability, frequency distribution, time-series forecasting, correlation & regression models).
• Ability to learn new systems, processes, and tools quickly and thoroughly.
• Demonstrate high productivity while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work seamlessly as part of a team, demonstrating strong team commitment.
• Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and research skills.
• Ability to be flexible to adapt and act quickly when urgent matters require it.
• Travel expectations up to 25%.
• Problem analysis and resolution skills at both a strategic and functional level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics, Computer Science, MIS, business, or other related field.
• Presently authorized to work in the U.S. without a requirement for work authorization.