IT Business Analyst

Forward Air Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corporation seeks a Business Analyst to support LTL operations by analyzing shipment volumes, lane performance, and carrier metrics, translating findings into IT project requirements.

You will lead IT projects from initiation to delivery, collaborate with business leaders, and use MercuryGate or SAP TM to drive data-driven improvements in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Industry experience is required.
• 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst preferably within an LTL, freight, or broader transportation and logistics environment.
• Strong understanding of LTL operations including linehaul, pickup & delivery, freight rating, terminal operations, and carrier settlements.
• Proficiency in SQL and data analytics tools for querying, interpreting, and presenting operational data.

Responsibilities

• Strong initiative to learn LTL processes and map for gap analysis, reporting, software requirements, and presentations.
• Use critical thinking to understand freight data and LTL operational processes.
• Analyze shipment volumes, lane performance, and carrier metrics to identify trends, forecast demand, and deliver data-driven insights.
• Validate freight rating, billing data, and operational results.
• Understand IT projects and project management within a transportation and logistics environment.
• Lead LTL Operations IT projects from start to finish including TMS enhancements and terminal tools.
• Work outside documented processes to find streamlined solutions across the LTL network.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Strong communication

Self-starter

Team player

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Information Systems, or a related field

Tools

SQL

MercuryGate

SAP TM

Microsoft Office

AS400

Job description

Job Description

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Strong initiative to learn LTL processes (transportation management systems, freight workflows and business processes) and map together for gap analysis, reporting, software requirements, and/or presentations
• Use critical thinking to understand freight data and LTL operational processes without requiring supervision or direction for determining next steps
• Analyze shipment volumes, lane performance, and carrier metrics to identify trends, forecast operational demand, and deliver data-driven insights that support network-wide decision making.
• Mindful of attention to detail and ability to validate freight rating, billing data, and operational results
• Understand IT projects and project management within a transportation and logistics environment
• Lead LTL Operations IT projects from start to finish including TMS enhancements, freight rating systems, and terminal management tools
• Work outside documented/standardized processes to determine the most streamlined approach for solving operational issues across the LTL network
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Information Systems, or a related field
• Industry experience is required
• 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst preferably within an LTL, freight, or broader transportation and logistics environment
• Strong understanding of LTL operations including linehaul, pickup & delivery, freight rating, terminal operations, and carrier settlements
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze and document business requirements for IT projects with minimal supervision
• Experience working with business leaders and functional users to lead technology projects from initiation through delivery
• Proficiency in SQL and data analytics tools for querying, interpreting, and presenting operational data
• Proven ability to develop data-driven proposals and present findings to business stakeholders in a clear and compelling manner
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to work outside standardized processes to identify the most effective solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) such as MercuryGate, SAP TM, or similar platforms preferred
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) preferred
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities simultaneously

Skills

• Ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic
• Must be a self-starter that does not require constant direction
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of operations/users
• Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
• General computer skills – Microsoft Office, Outlook, AS400
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Be able to drive/display ownership/proactive behavior
• Efficiently handle multiple IT projects simultaneously
• Able to communicate effectively in English (Oral and Written) across range of cultural differences

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer