Logistics Analyst

SUMMARY

 

Primary objectives of the position are to:

 

· Analyze fulfillment operations, identifying trends and recommending solutions which will improve costs and overall supply chain efficiency. 

· Lead the implementation and ongoing optimization of logistics technology solutions

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

 

· Software optimization

o  Maximizes the use of logistics software tools to drive operational efficiency

o  Identifies and documents user best practices

o  Develops training materials and teaches user group on how to use systems

· Analysis

o  Develops and maintains relational databases

o  Mines data from variety of systems to provide metrics for logistics management

o  Writes systems queries, creates spreadsheets which identify business trends

o  Identifies and recommends process changes to improve operational efficiency

o  Designs queries for system users, trains front line users on execution

· Systems Lead

o  Is the technical leader in the fulfillment operations team:

§ Is the CSC systems specialist

§ Coordinates logistics systems upgrades

o  Oversees application development changes and system install projects:

§ Develops and manages project timelines and issues

§ Oversees work-product of the application developers on system enhancements

Creates up-grade and enhancement test plans and is responsible for delivering fully tested and executable modifications and system images

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

· Bachelors degree in Logistics, Business or other related discipline

· Two to four years of analysis or logistics experience in a medium volume distribution or manufacturing environment