Logistics Data Analyst

A manufacturing company is seeking a Logistics Data Analyst to own the data and reporting that supports decision making across its Logistics Department. This role will turn large and sometimes complex data sets into accurate understandable insights that leadership can use to improve operations control costs and measure performance.

The Logistics Data Analyst will support P&L visibility KPI tracking dashboards operational scorecards project analysis and one time reporting needs. This person will investigate discrepancies identify trends and root causes and evaluate whether proposed operational changes are supported by actual data.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical but also understands the business side of data. This person should be able to take a complex operational question determine what information is needed analyze the numbers and clearly explain what the data means and what action should be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce accurate and timely analysis to support logistics and leadership decisions

Translate operational questions into data analysis findings and actionable recommendations

Analyze shipment volume costs service levels billing trends and operational performance

Support Logistics P&L reporting and identify cost drivers variances cost leakage and savings opportunities

Build maintain and improve KPI dashboards operational reports and department scorecards

Define and document KPI calculations data sources assumptions and reporting logic

Handle recurring reporting as well as urgent one time analysis requests

Analyze logistics projects and process improvement opportunities using actual performance data

Conduct root cause analysis on cost increases service failures and operational performance issues

Establish baseline measurements and track results after new processes or projects are implemented

Build ROI and impact models to evaluate potential initiatives

Investigate data discrepancies across systems and resolve or escalate data quality issues

Maintain accurate and reliable logistics reporting

Work with Logistics Warehouse Finance Technology and other departments to understand data needs

Present complex findings in clear business language for both technical and nontechnical stakeholders

Qualifications:

2 years of experience working with operational financial logistics or other business data

Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large data sets

Experience with BI dashboarding or reporting tools such as Power BI Tableau ThoughtSpot or similar platforms

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Ability to identify trends discrepancies and root causes within complex data

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to clearly explain data calculations and findings in practical business terms

Experience investigating discrepancies across multiple data sources or systems

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage recurring reports urgent requests and project based analysis

Experience in logistics supply chain transportation warehouse operations or manufacturing is strongly preferred

Familiarity with TMS WMS ERP shipping routing carrier billing or order management data is a plus

SQL or database query experience is preferred

Location: Newark NJ

Type: Full time

Salary: $75000 to $90000/year

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