Brokerage Analyst at Saddle Creek

Why Work for Saddle CreekSaddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse friendly and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If youre looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits join our team today.Note that if you are viewing this posting on an external job board (such as Indeed LinkedIn ZipRecruiter etc.) unless specifically stated in the posting the provided salaryestimatesmay not be accurate as they are not provided by Saddle Creek. Our recruiters look forward to speaking with you about your background skills and compensation requirements.Location: Lakeland FLDepartment: Saddle Creek Transportation Services/BrokerageHours: Monday Friday 8:00am 5:00pmJob type On-SiteSummaryThe Brokerage Analyst is part of a team supporting all Saddle Creek Transportation Brokerage operations. Responsible for designing implementing and maintaining daily weekly and monthly reports for senior management clients carriers and operations. This role will also participate in Lean continuous improvement projects. Analyst will provide guidance and oversight to associate analyst.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain and update daily/weekly/monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and develops new KPIs to meet changing business needsConducts or assists with financial end of the month reporting for Transportation Executive Leadership Team.Responsible for the design development and maintenance of ongoing metrics reports analysis and dashboards.Analyzes KPIs and report metrics for business trends and root causes. Effectively communicates findings to leadership to drive operational continuous improvement and client success.Creates maintains and communicates SOPs and work instructions.Monitors results of operation improvement initiatives.Execute strategic initiatives to drive profitable growth in order to deliver company and client goals.Implement efficiencies through systemic improvements as identified through various Lean programs such as VSMs Gemba Walks and 5S.Must become a proficient user of the SCTS TMS and other related systems and leverage Lean principles to drive efficiencies through systemic improvements.Foster a supportive work environment and promote performance and accountability in accordance with our core Saddle Creek values.Occasional travel may be required.QualificationsExperience and Education3-5 years related experience and/or training in Transportation Logistics and/or Business Analytics preferred. Bachelors degree in Business Analytics Statistics Business Administration Supply Chain Management Mathematics Finance or related field strongly preferred.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to set priorities plan organize and manage multiple projectsAbility to effectively communicate both verbally and written to present information to senior management customers and vendorsAbility to read analyze and interpret policies and contractsFundamental knowledge of Lean principles preferredStrong data collection and analytical skills with consistent proclivity to accuracy and attention to detailOnce trained must be able to work autonomously.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsExpertise in Microsoft Excel and Smartsheet for data analysis project management and collaborationExperience in ServiceNow or similar automated business workflow software.Excellent organizational time management and project management skills; must be able to multi-task problem-solve prioritize and work under pressure#LI-SB1.Benefits:Benefits packageincluding medical dental vision HSA and medical reimbursementAnnual bonus eligibility401(k) matchVacation and holiday payEmployee assistance and identity theft protectionCareer development and opportunity for internal promotionsTuition reimbursement for further educationCompany paid life insurance and short term disability Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity employer and an Affirmative Action employer as required by law. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race gender national origin ancestry age color religious creed marital status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity gender expression sex (including pregnancy breastfeeding and related medical conditions) mental or physical disability medical condition military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal state or local laws governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster the E-Verify Postinghere.Saddle Creek is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity please send an e-mail toand let us know your contact information and the nature of your request.Required Experience:IC Key Skills ArcGIS,Intelligence Community Experience,GIS,Python,Computer Networking,Data Collection,Intelligence Experience,R,Relational Databases,Analysis Skills,Data Management,Application Development Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1