Senior Analyst - MQ Planning Operations

Colonial Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

FSA

401(k) with Matching

Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GLOVIS America Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Senior Analyst MQ Planning to analyze operations data and support KPI development for inbound/outbound, claims, and vendor management. You will collaborate with planning, procurement, and IT to implement reporting, SOPs, and process improvements.

The role requires 2–4 years in data analysis/logistics with a Bachelor's degree; Power BI is used for reports and dashboards. Eligible for the San Diego area with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced PC skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, database management systems.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Advanced Excel skill sets.
• Proficient with KPI analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support KPI matrix & implement for Inbound, Outbound, Claims operations as well as vendor management.
• Generate periodic reports (daily, weekly & monthly) required by management to assess performance (internal reports & external reports).
• Coordinate with MQ operations for operational improvements through data analysis / performance analysis.
• Maintain proper system (TMS / YMS / Damage Tracker) development/ data / pricing/ reporting support.
• Data mining & analysis.
• Support developing SOP for stability of position and duties (R&R) and update for continuous improvements.
• Support developing and overseeing process improvement initiatives (e.g. Demurrage/Storage cost) to improve delivery and customer service while reducing costs.
• TMS/WMS/YMS system augmentation through IT coordination.
• Support periodic review/audit with MQ operations.
• Conduct user application testing in new TMWM system etc.
• Learn/Map outbound/admin processes to build system around their needs.
• Conduct meetings with IT for reports on Power BI.
• Support Manager through various operational planning tasks such as monitoring repositioning of inbound/outbound shipments.
• Provide operational support when other managers are unavailable.
• Work with Admin for cost structure maintenance and support to operations.
• Update weekly trailer detention report for inbound loads.
• MQ Operations Cost Management.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Support & coordinate RFP bidding process with carriers & manage AP rates.

Skills

Communication

Excel/Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Advanced Excel

KPI Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Power BI

Job description

About GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

The Senior Analyst MQ Planning position is to analyze operations data and support developing & implementing KPI matrix for overall operations. Support Planning Manager for creating & managing operations plans. Key responsibilities include price management, coordinating with the procurement team, supporting operational tasks, and process improvement. Additional core duties related to operations planning may be assigned in the future.

Responsibilities

Reporting & KPI Analysis

• Support KPI matrix & implement for Inbound, Outbound, Claims operations as well as vendor management.
• Generate periodic reports (daily, weekly & monthly) required by management to assess performance ( internal reports & external reports )
• Coordinate with MQ operations for operational improvements through data analysis / performance analysis
• Maintain proper system ( TMS / YMS / Damage Tracker ) development/ data / pricing/ reporting support
• Data Mining & Analysis

Process Improvement

• Support developing SOP for the stability of position and duties (R&R) and update for continuous improvements
• Support developing and overseeing process improvement initiatives (i.e. Demurrage/Storage cost) in order to improve the efficiency of delivery and customer service, as well as reduction of costs
• TMS/WMS/YMS system augmentation through IT coordination
• Support periodic review/audit with MQ operations.

UAT and Power BI Implementation

• Conduct user application testing in new TMWM system to find any inadequacies that need to be fixed before final launch
• Learn/Map outbound processes in order to more efficiently build system around their needs
• Learn/Map admin processes in order to more efficiently build system around their needs
• Conduct meetings with IT to support creation and upkeep for reports on Power BI

Multi Department Liason/Support

• Support Manager through various operational planning tasks such as monitoring repositioning of inbound/outbound shipments,
• Provide additional / operational support as needed when other managers are unavailable ( be utility player for MQ operation)
• Work closely with Admin for maintaining proper cost structure & provide support to operations when requested
• Update weekly trailer detention report for inbound loads
• MQ Operations Cost Management
• All other duties as assigned
• Support & coordinate RFP bidding process with carriers & manage appropriate AP rates

Compensation Range

$58,000- $70,000 per year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

Benefits of working at GLOVIS America Inc.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*

*Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advance PC skills: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, database management systems
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Advance Excel Skill Sets
• Proficient with KPI Analysis

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• 2-4 years of experience relating to Data Analysis and Reporting, Logistics, and Transportation

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Possibility of domestic travel - 10%
• Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Lift up to 10lbs
• Carry up to 10lbs
• Stand/walk

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position will be located in the San Diego, CA
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.