Join our operations team where you will be influential in shaping our business strategy and ensuring we have the most effective operations.
Be your own boss by creating your own career path and pushing your professional limits.Job Summary The Transportation Analyst is responsible for providing reporting and data management to assist the operation of the transportation department, as well as provide software support.
Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for collecting data, cleaning data, verifying data integrity, and providing administrative supportPerform various mathematical calculations to determine how data may best be applied to profit the organization and meet customer needsMaintain system integrity with detailed analysis & a high level of data accuracyCompile data from multiple systems to develop ad hoc reports to support business opportunitiesManage reporting functionality by streamlining existing reports & developing additional metricsAssist with setting up pricing in our TMS and specific pricing setups and changesAssist with setting up carrier accounts and profiles in our TMS, as well as troubleshoot any pricing issues in our TMSWorks closely with our TMS to define, develop, and implement reporting needsManages rate quote e-mail box and provides benchmark rates as requestedQualifications Experience required : 2+ years analyst experienceExperience desired : Use of ERP / TMS / ExcelBusiness experience transportationGathering requirements from stakeholders & acting as the liaison for technical teamsLean / continuous improvementChange managementKnowledge of company policies and proceduresPreferred bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or supply chain or related discipline or equivalentAdvanced knowledge & experience using MS Excel;
working knowledge of Power BIStrong analytical & computer skills; ability to collate data from numerous internal & external sourcesAbility to create reporting & presentationsStrong multi-tasking and organizational skills - ability to handle multiple projects and tight deadlines.
Effective presentation, verbal, and written communication skillsDemonstrated drive and initiative to identify and deliver OpEx improvements.
Big picture thinker with creative and problem solving skillsAble to learn / use advanced system functionsPositive attitudeHighly motivated and curious thinkerTakes initiative (self-starter)Conflict resolution skillsChange Agent / Champion of ChangeResults-orientedAbility to train and develop othersThe Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.