Trucking Analyst

Irving Woodlands; Saint John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trucking Analyst to enhance trucking operations through innovative strategies and data-driven insights. In this dynamic role, you'll evaluate and optimize logistics, monitor key performance indicators, and implement advanced technologies to improve efficiency. Join a dedicated team committed to sustainable practices and operational excellence. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in the supply chain sector, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in an analyst or supply chain role.
• Advanced skills in Excel and data analytics tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimize trucking operations and reduce costs through data analysis.
• Monitor KPIs and support telematics implementation in trucking.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Data Science

Logistics Management

Supply Chain Management

Detail Orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Bachelor's degree in Business Management

Tools

Power BI

TMW Software

Office Suite (Excel, Access)

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Forest Technology & Improvement, the Trucking Analyst will deliver on a strategy to evaluate and optimize trucking operations across the division. The Analyst will identify and implement cost effective and technologically innovative solutions that will allow the business to grow. They will monitor KPIs, identify gaps, and reduce waste in current operations finding opportunities to reduce cost, drive performance, and optimize day-to-day operations of the business.

The ideal candidate will be based out of Saint John, NB or Fredericton, NB with some travel required to Saint John.

Responsibilities

• Efficiency in Operations – Work to determine the strategy to optimize our roundwood trucking operations across the division. Determine how to optimize loaded miles, backhauls, trucking utilization, use of yards, payloads. Identify opportunities and work with the teams to implement solutions to these findings. Work to find the proper solution that Dispatch, and other analytical tools/strategies can add to improve our fleet.
• Administration – Monitor and deliver on fuel burn curves, month corridor reporting, and other reporting requirements that occur throughout the year. Support Earla in the quarterly batch run of routes.
• Reports and Analytics – Work with the team to determine the key reports and KPI’s required for the operation’s staff to drive improvement with their contractors and company equipment. Create, build, and support these reports.
• Technology – Support the implementation of all telematics and other technology required in the trucking operation including identifying, supporting, organizing, and following up on the installation and utilization of this equipment.
• Supporting Leading Change – Work with the Director to build leading change case, provide feedback, and help with implementation of trucking Calibrate and other initiatives as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, supply chain management, logistics, business management or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an analyst, supply chain role or related position.
• Advanced skills with Office Suite applications (excel, access, etc.).
• Ability to use data science and analytics tools Power BI and TMW software is preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to develop actionable insights from data.
• Must be detail oriented and must be able to handle multiple priorities in a faced-paced environment.

About the Team

At Irving Woodlands, we take pride in our role as stewards of the land. Focused on rigorous and sustainable land management, Irving Woodlands is guided by an 80-year management plan that preserves the environmental and ecological integrity of our land, air, water and wildlife.

Irving Woodlands maintains an engaged team of over 1,600 employees, contractors, seasonal workers and students who are dedicated to research, conservation and continuously improving our forest management practices and long-term business results.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability can be made at any stage of application and employment.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2761
• Job Category Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence
• Posting Date 02/21/2025, 07:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 300 Union Street, Saint John, NB, E2L 4M3, CA