Logistics Data Specialist

Purple Drive Technologies; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Purple Drive Technologies is seeking a Logistics Data Analyst to analyze transportation and logistics performance data, build dashboards, and deliver actionable insights. The role emphasizes data accuracy, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and continuous improvement to drive cost efficiency and service quality.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–3 years of analytics experience, with strong Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and SQL skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Supply Chain, Logistics, Analytics, CS, or Eng).
• 1–3 years of logistics analytics experience.
• Experience with Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and present insights.

Responsibilities

• Analyze transportation, freight, carrier, and logistics performance data.
• Build dashboards and reports using Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and SQL.
• Identify trends and provide recommendations to improve cost, service, and operational efficiency.
• Support LLP performance tracking and optimization.
• Ensure data accuracy within transportation management systems (TMS).
• Partner with Logistics, Procurement, Operations, Master Data, and carriers on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop KPI reports and performance metrics for transportation operations.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Join a $10B+ technology leader in critical digital infrastructure, supporting the systems that power data centers, telecommunications, industrial facilities, and other essential operations worldwide. With a presence across nearly 70 countries, the organization delivers innovative infrastructure solutions that keep the connected world running.

This is an opportunity to work with a highly respected organization where innovation, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer focus are central to the culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze transportation, freight, carrier, and logistics performance data.
• Build dashboards and reports using Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and SQL.
• Identify trends and provide recommendations to improve cost, service, and operational efficiency.
• Support Lead Logistics Provider (LLP) performance tracking and optimization.
• Ensure data accuracy within transportation management systems (TMS).
• Partner with Logistics, Procurement, Operations, Master Data, and carriers on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop KPI reports and performance metrics for transportation operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 1- 3 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain analytics, or business analytics.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar reporting tools.
• Experience analyzing large datasets and presenting actionable insights.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with freight, transportation, or supply chain analytics.
• Knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Familiarity with process improvement or continuous improvement initiatives.