Data Analyst - Logistics Business Improvement

Job Title: Data Analyst - Logistics Business ImprovementLocation: Houston, TX 77042 - Hybrid: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote (after initial training)Duration: 12 months contract Job Description:The Logistics Business Improvement - Data Analytics position serves as the logistics data analytics subject matter expert (SME), responsible for developing analytics that enhance transparency in transportation costs.This is achieved by building tools that deliver real-time, actionable insights.The role plays a key part in establishing and refining Power BI dashboards that span multiple timelines, stages, and workstreams within the project.It involves analysing organizational reporting requirements and translating them into standardized reporting processes, KPI tracking, and dashboard frameworks.Additionally, the position advises on the necessary data structures and ensures functional testing of new and updated reporting standards.The SME will also produce unique reports and deliver insights and recommendations that support strategic decision-making across the organization. Responsibilities may include:Understanding business process development and components, improvement, optimization, and sustainability for assigned Commercial functions and stakeholdersExecute exception reports, perform root cause analysis to enhance the monitoring of Global supply chain and transportation logistics process improvementsProvide daily support to cross-functional Logistics Transparency Program teamsEnhance and generate performance analytics and metrics such as target comparisons and / or benchmarking, perform analysis, carrier performance, rail maintenance, truck retains, runout and overfillsAssist with special projects or business improvement opportunities as neededDeveloping and executing business improvement plans that align with business needs and priorities for assigned Global Supply Chain business or functionsIdentifying and promoting best practices for data set upSupporting and promoting the sustainability of project benefits by establishing appropriate business metrics and ownership for process and sub-processesCollaborating with IT to execute SAP system changes to improve transportation logistics needs and process improvementsSupport data system functionality enhancementBuilding consensus and momentum with global business process owners to advance process improvementsCommunicating work status to our business improvement customers and ensuring alignment of target needsBalance time commitments, deliverables, and strategic vs tactical prioritiesApplication of subject matter expertise within the logistics systems, processes, functions, performance tools and interconnectivity to drive business performance improvements Basic/Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, MIS, or business-related fieldWorking knowledge of SAPHigh Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, & PowerPoint)High Proficiency PowerBIProficiency in Alteryx and TableauProficiency in MS SQL Server, DAX, Power Query, advanced data computationsAttention to detail, strong organizational skillsAble to adapt and learn quicklyBusiness aptitude to understand Commercial Logistics and OperationsBusiness aptitude to understand Commercial Supply Chain and Transportation Operations as well as business integration points across the value chainAbility to interact effectively with many stakeholders across one or multiple functional areasExcellent oral and written communication skills, ensuring common understandingExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills to support business focused analysis and decisionsOperate effectively in a dynamic work environmentAbility to adjust to varying and/ or unexpected changing conditions and shift priorities with minimal directionSelf-starter with the ability to recommend changes to improve processes resulting in greater efficiency in the position and the organizationStrong influencing and conflict management skillsDemonstrate a high level of personal initiative and sense of urgency to get the job done, with the potential and desire to advance to a higher level of responsibility and to learn the underlying commercial business. Preferred Qualifications:Advanced degree in analytics fields2 or more years of experience in Commercial, Procurement, Transportation or Logistics support functionKnowledge of supply chain and/or transaction processing2 or more years of experience using SAP SD module, SAP S/4 HANA2 or more years of direct experience working in the oil and gas logistics or transportation industry. Notes:Bachelor's degree requiredCommercial Supply Chain experienceThis is a technical role and requires experience with SAP, Power BI, Tableau or Alteryx, SQL, and Power Query.This is a fast moving department and they need someone who is a quick learner and can adapt to new tools, data structures, and business processes.Candidate must have demonstrated experience in:End-to-end delivery of analytics projects within defined timelinesSelf-directed learning and problem solvingBuilding and maintaining SharePoint or similar collaboration/data environments.