Data Analyst

The Strategic Data Analyst will be part of a supply chain analysis team, working on dynamic projects to improve and track supply chain cost and operations performance through advanced analytics, logistics optimization, and creation of KPI's and metrics. This is an entry level position.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for data extraction/compilation/maintenance from multiple sources using MS Access, Excel, SQL, and VBA
• Provide analysis of data through spreadsheets and relational databases
• Identify data needed, source of data, and extraction/consolidation method for given report/metric subject
• Identify opportunities through data analysis and provide solution recommendations
• Develop new and enhance current strategic KPI's/metrics to track supply chain performance
• Provide summary and ad-hoc reports and presentations for executive managers
• Create and maintain end user reports for operations
• Participate in and lead cross-functional teams to address important business issues
• Assist in the production of monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc reporting of Freight Financials, Budget, and Forecasting

Qualifications:

• Exhibit a passion for the food and agriculture industry
• Familiarity with Operation's Research and Supply Chain specific subject matter
• Highly motivated with strong communication skills, to drive business process improvements resulting from their analysis
• Comfortable with a fast-paced and dynamic work setting
• Strong interest in supply chain operations, particularly transportation and warehousing
• SQL a plus

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or equivalent experience

Requirements:

• 1 year of relevant work experience (including co-op/internship) related to reporting/data in supply chain
• Solid understanding of statistical principles, including how to quantify and manage uncertainty
• Advance knowledge of MS Office applications - specifically Excel and Access and
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, within a group, and cross-functionally.
• Ability to influence and gain consensus using meaningful data and effective communication.
• Ability to understand and map processes.

Other Information:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.