Logistics Data Analyst
$70,000–$70,000 year
On-siteNewark, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Produce accurate, timely data to support operational and leadership decisions by analyzing logistics trends, risks, and opportunities. Validate initiatives using performance metrics to distinguish anomalies from recurring issues while partnering with Finance on cost analysis and P&L visibility. Build and maintain KPI dashboards, define reporting logic, and respond to ad hoc requests to ensure data integrity across multiple systems. Perform root-cause analysis for service challenges, measure project performance, and develop ROI analyses to drive process improvements. Collaborate with Logistics, Warehouse, Finance, and Operations teams to translate business questions into actionable recommendations.
Required Qualifications
- Strong analytical experience collecting, cleaning, organizing, and interpreting operational or financial data
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience working with large datasets
- Experience with reporting and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, ThoughtSpot, SQL-based reporting, or similar platforms
- Ability to explain data logic and findings in clear business language
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage recurring reports alongside ad hoc requests
- Experience investigating and resolving data discrepancies across multiple systems
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, warehousing, manufacturing, or distribution
- Familiarity with TMS, WMS, ERP, shipping, routing, carrier, billing, or order management systems
- SQL or database querying experience
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