Data Logistics Analyst

BUILD A BETTER CAREER WITH MSC

Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), products and services. We offer more than 2 million products and have over 80 years of experience across dozens of industries. We aim to execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise for all our stakeholders, including our associates.

Requisition ID :17380

Employment Type :Full Time

Job Category :Supply Chain

Work Location :Davidson, NC (CSC)

Job Title - Analyst, Data Logistics

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY: The Logistics Analyst is responsible for the analysis and reporting of logistics information. This position works cross-functionally to determine ways to optimize service levels, improve supply chain efficiency and minimize costs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Data Analysis: Analyze logistics data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Utilize tools such as Excel, Access, Tableau, and Alteryx to manipulate and visualize data effectively. Using the analysis to provide recommendations for process improvement and cost savings initiatives within the logistics functions. Generates Reports on an ongoing and ad hoc basis.

· Carrier Analysis: Evaluate carrier performance through the development of scorecards that measure key performance indicators (KPIs). Analyze data related to carrier performance to perform optimal decision-making and optimize carrier selection, mode selection, etc. Generates reports on an ongoing and ad hoc basis.

· Project Management: Lead logistics-related projects from conception through implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives, while tracking project timelines and objective achievement.

· Financial Analysis: Where and when required, perform financial analysis to assess the cost effectiveness of logistics operations and carrier contracts. Monitor and review freight bill audit and payment data for coding and financial accuracy.

· Process Improvements: Identify inefficiencies in current logistics and support processes and implement cross functional solutions to enhance operational performance.

· Operational Execution: · Plans, organizes, and executes Logistics activities and projects while ensuring assigned target dates are met.

· Performs daily audits and maintains manifest tables within the AS/400 system to ensure optimized routing and order fulfillment.

· Creates or maintains on regular basis standard operating procedures for logistics processes. · Performs a quarterly profitability analysis of existing programs.

· Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC’s vision and unity of purpose.

· Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

What You Need:

· Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent experience required.

· Minimum of three years of analytical experience required.

· Computer proficiency in Word Processing, Excel or Access spreadsheet software required.

· Experience and proficiency with data analysis tools such as Tableau or other data analytics software.

· Excellent time management and organization skills required.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

· Bonus Points If You Have: · Project Management experience preferred.

Other Requirements:

· A valid driver’s license may be required.

· Position requires up to 10% of travel

· This position may require access to International Traffic in Arms Regulations Information (“ITAR”) and/or Controlled Unclassified Information (“CUI”)

*INDICATES ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully an associate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, experience level and abilities required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Our associates are our top priority and investing in their well-being is one way we execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise. Alongside competitive pay, we have a comprehensive benefits program to support you and your family's health and financial well-being. We offer dynamic healthcare plans, generous 401K and stock purchasing programs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and paid time away for holidays, vacations, and illness. Visit our page for a better look at our extensive benefits: Your Future Benefits.

Compensation at MSC varies based on several factors, including but not limited to location, candidate experience, skillset, and the role. The Company reserves the right to modify the range as market conditions change.

WE BELIEVE

We have a steadfast commitment to diversity and inclusion and believe we are at our best when each of our associates can be their authentic selves at work. In line with our values and commitment, we have established 7 resource groups to further our diversity, equity, and inclusion journey. Visit our page to learn more about our efforts. Diversity and Inclusion at MSC

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any category protected by applicable law. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.