Logistics Planning & CI Analyst

Ceva Logistics; Quorn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics UK&I is seeking a Logistics Planning & CI Analyst in Ashby de la Zouch. You will analyze data to identify continuous improvement opportunities and present findings to stakeholders, supporting cost-down initiatives and project-based delivery.

Responsibilities include monthly BI reporting on shipments and spend, as well as assisting with rate reviews across Air, Ocean, and Ground lanes. Strong Excel skills and BI tool experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated data analysis experience with large datasets.
• Advanced MS Excel skills required.
• Experience presenting insights via BI tools or PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of freight forwarding logistics or transport pricing is beneficial.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify continuous improvement opportunities from data analysis.
• Prepare proposals and presentations for stakeholders.
• Lead monthly BI reporting on shipments and spend.
• Support rate reviews across air, ocean, and ground lanes.

Skills

Data analysis

MS Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

QlikView

Communication

Tools

Power BI

QlikView

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Our Contract Logistics Lead Logistics team based in Ashby de la Zouch have an exciting opportunity for an innovative and improvement focused Logistics Planning & CI Analyst. This crucial role works in partnership with a prestigious client providing experienced analytical support, best practice solution design, implementation, costing and presentations for projected continuous improvement propositions for both CEVA Logistics and the client.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting into the Logistics Planning & CI Manager, you will use data driven analysis to identify continuous improvement opportunities and present the analysis and findings to internal and external stakeholders. You will activity contribute to continuous improvement cost down initiatives ensuring delivery through project management methods such as project planning, tracking and clear communication strategies and provide support to senior stakeholders on the creations and delivery of proposals and presentations. You will provide monthly business intelligence reporting on shipments and spend within the contract and undertake regular rate review exercises to evaluate prices for client trade lanes with a focus on cost save and operational efficiency across all Air, Ocean, and Ground business lines.

You will have proven experience in data analysis, with the ability to manipulate large and complex datasets using MS Excel. You should be able to present insights effectively through Power BI or MS PowerPoint. Experience with Business Intelligence tools such as QlikView is desirable; however, we welcome individuals who are eager to learn. In addition, you will possess knowledge of freight forwarding logistics or global international transportation, including transport pricing, along with a strong operational understanding. It goes without saying that you will be a natural communicator able to build internal and external relationships and influence decisions. You will possess strong analysis skills, be a logical and creative thinker and a team player. It would be desirable if you possess advanced knowledge of MS Office products however an intermediate understanding is essential.

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, we Rise in Motion. Your career is always on the move, growing as fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It's a journey on which you rise.

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands. There's no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.

Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland. IND2