C.H. Robinson

Supply Chain Analyst

Posted on: 30 Jan 2021

Chicago, IL

Job Description

The Supply Chain Analyst will design solutions and develop capabilities to support the strategic vision of TMC and the Customer. These solutions include continuous improvement and optimization of a customers supply chain including but not limited to sourcing, transportation, network layout, inventory, facility layout, order management, warehouse, material flow, etc. Key tasks include data gathering and cleansing, trend analysis, problem solving, solution design, process documentation, stakeholder communication and development of financial baselines and savings calculations. This role can participate in the development of enterprise level or supply chain strategies for TMC and its customers.

This role can be located in a centralized team, customer account team or onsite with the customer.

Responsibilities:

* Analyze historic and forecasted data to generate summaries, baselines and cost improvement opportunities
* Can develop simple solutions and recommendations for customer issues or opportunities
* Assist and support implementations of solutions including documenting customer procedures, training and resolving operational issues
* Manage projects including defining scope, developing project plan, tracking activities, reporting on progress and milestones and measuring results
* Align and communicate with customer or internal stakeholders to gather information, voice of customer, scope, opportunities, deliverables and project milestones
* Generate appropriate communications for delivering project updates and summaries to internal and external audiences
* Participate in the development and continuous improvement of department strategies for team skill and capability development or enhancement
* Receive coaching, guidance and feedback from others to support personal and technical skill development
* Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelors degree required
* Minimum of 1 year of professional experience
* Up to 10% travel may be required (domestic and/or international)

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in the following tools is a plus:
* Data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
* Supply chain optimization tools such as Llamasoft Supply Chain Guru
* SQL, Access or other tools
* Proficient using Microsoft Excel to analyze and summarize data, including graphs, charts, formulas and functions
* Knowledge of lean processes and tools
* Able to identify trends, patterns and outliers in supply chain data
* Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools to generate communications
* Strong organization and task management skills
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment while managing multiple projects/priorities simultaneously
* Awareness of end to end supply chain functions and relationships
* Must contribute to our culture focused on trust and respect for all team members, Customer-first strategies, and continuous improvement

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams. Were committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

Affirmative Action Employer/EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Benefits

We are proud to offer a top-tier benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, prescription drug coverage, paid parental leave, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), 401K, employee stock purchase plan, as well as a broad range of career development opportunities.

About C.H. Robinson

From the produce you buy, to the water you drink, C.H. Robinson delivers products to people all around the globe. We are one of the worlds largest 3rd party logistic providers. Join our diverse team to innovate, solve problems, have fun and thrive.

C.H. Robinson

Eden Prairie, MN

C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., a third party logistics company, provides freight transportation services and logistics solutions to companies in various industries worldwide. The company operates through North American Surface Transportation and Global Forwarding segments. It offers transportation and logistics services, such as truckload; less than truckload transportation, which include the shipment of single or multiple pallets of freight; intermodal transportation that include the shipment service of freight in trailers or containers by a combination of truck and rail; and non-vessel ocean common carrier or freight forwarding services, as well as organizes air shipments and offers door-to-door services.

The company also provides custom broker services; and other logistics services, including fee-based managed, warehousing, small parcel, and other services. It has contractual relationships with approximately 76,000 transportation companies, including motor carriers, railroads, air freight, and ocean carriers. In addition, the company is involved in buying, selling, and marketing of fresh produce, including fresh fruits, vegetables, and other perishable items under the Robinson Fresh name.

Further, it provides transportation management services or managed TMS; and other surface transportation services across Europe. The company offers its fresh produce to grocery retailers, restaurants, produce wholesalers, and foodservice distributors through a network of independent produce growers and suppliers. C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

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