Logistics Analytics & Optimisation Lead

Ciena; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ciena is seeking a Logistics Analytics & Optimisation Lead to drive data-informed decisions across global logistics operations. You will analyse routing, service levels, and carrier selection to optimise the supply chain and reduce costs while maintaining customer satisfaction.

You'll lead collaboration with regional teams and external providers, run RFIs/RFPs with Procurement, and develop Power BI dashboards for automation and visibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 8+ years relevant work experience.
• 3+ years international logistics experience.
• Experience applying data analysis methodologies in logistics.
• Strong Excel; working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Access; Oracle preferred.
• Experience creating dashboards with Power BI.
• Ability to collaborate across Sales, Finance, Purchasing, Shipping, Accounts Payable.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Analyse routing, service levels, carrier choices to optimise global supply chain and cut costs.
• Collaborate with regional teams and providers to implement routing changes that save costs.
• Lead engagement with logistics suppliers to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Conduct RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs with Procurement from definitions to evaluation.
• Develop logistics reporting and Power BI dashboards for automation and visibility.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives with Finance and operations for end-to-end visibility.
• Deliver quarterly reviews, executive reporting, and cost estimates.
• Engage with freight invoice audit company to ensure timely processing.

Skills

Data analysis methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Fluent English

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Power BI

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

Logistics Analytics & Optimisation Lead

Ciena is seeking a logistics analytics professional to drive data-informed decisions across global logistics operations. This role delivers insights that optimise transportation performance, improve operational efficiency, and support cost reduction initiatives while maintaining customer satisfaction. The position also plays a key role in automation, reporting, supplier engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Analyse shipment routing, service levels, carrier selection, and logistics data to identify opportunities to optimise the global supply chain and achieve cost efficiencies.
• Collaborate with regional logistics teams, internal stakeholders, and external providers to implement routing guide changes that deliver savings while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Lead engagement with logistics suppliers to resolve operational issues and improve performance.
• Conduct RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs in partnership with Procurement, from objective definition through final evaluation and milestone completion.
• Develop logistics reporting, metrics, and Power BI dashboards to enable automation, visibility, and data-driven decision-making.
• Lead logistics cost reduction initiatives, validate savings, assess budget impact, and provide end-to-end cost visibility in collaboration with Finance and operational teams.
• Deliver quarterly business reviews, executive reporting, logistics cost estimates, and performance analysis for internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage with Ciena’s freight invoice audit company to ensure invoices are processed within agreed terms.

The Must Haves

• Education: Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience: 8+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience: 3+ years experience in international logistics.
• Application of data analysis methodologies in a logistics or supply chain environment.
• Utilization of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access, and strong Excel skills; Oracle experience preferred.
• Experience creating dashboards using Power BI.
• Ability to work across multiple departments, including Sales, Finance, Purchasing, Shipping, and Accounts Payable.
• Fluent English language skills.

Nice To Haves

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• People and stakeholder influencing skills.
• Project management capability.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Attention to detail.

At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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