Sr. Solution Design & Data Insights Analyst

NewCold; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NewCold in Chicago, IL is seeking a Sr. Solution Design & Data Insights Analyst to develop analytical models and data-driven insights for our North America customers. You will collaborate with Executive and Director level staff to translate data into business cases and actionable recommendations.

The role requires 2–3 years in data analytics or solution design, strong SQL, Python, Power BI and Excel skills, and the ability to travel up to 50%. Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in data analytics or solution design preferred.
• Strong SQL experience with large structured datasets.
• Experience building models, dashboards or automated analyses in Python, Power BI and Excel.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to explain technical models to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical models and data-driven insights to support NewCold's solution design for customers in North America.
• Translate customer data into models, business cases and clear recommendations for executives and directors.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Site Managers during the business development phase.
• Document proposed customer solutions in clear nontechnical language.
• Manage data analysis, research, modeling and reporting for NewCold customers.
• Co-create commercial proposals using data and research for stakeholders.

Skills

Data analytics

Programming

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mathematics, or related technical degree

Master’s Degree in related field preferred

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Sr. Solution Design & Data Insights Analyst

Sr. Solution Design & Data Insights Analyst

Build thefuture of food
At NewCold, we’re shaping the futureof the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transportnetwork connect the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers,innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Togetherwith advanced robotics and cutting-edge technology, we’re not just keeping upwith the times —we’re pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep theworld’s food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team.

Your role as a Sr. Solution Design & Data Insights Analyst

Key responsibilities:

Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$75,000 - $85,000
This position is eligible for a bonus in addition to the base pay range listed above.

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the salary band within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Benefits
NewCold also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a full range of competitive benefit programs, generally including health insurance, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition, we offer employees 4 weeks of accrued Paid Time Off as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, and date of hire.

Position Overview
As a Sr. Solution Design & Data Insights Analyst, you will be responsible for developing analytical models and data
driven insights that support NewCold's solution design process for customers in new and existing locations
throughout North America. You will work directly with Executive and Director level Business Development staff to
translate customer data into models, business cases and clear recommendations. You are a hands‑on analytical
thinker who enjoys programming, crunching numbers and explaining technical models to stakeholders without a
technical background.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the solution design process during the business development phase and collaborate with department specialists, Business Development Managers and Site Managers.
• Develop, validate and document analytical models using SQL, Python, Power BI and Excel to support customer business cases.
• Ensure all customer requirements, data, assumptions and team expectations are known, while translating customer needs into the business development process.
• Thoughtfully articulate, present and document proposed customer solutions, including complex technical models in clear nontechnical language.
• Manage data analysis, research, modeling and reporting for potential and existing NewCold customers.
• Use data, programming and research to co-create commercial proposals for new customers and internal and external stakeholders, including NewCold executive and investor leadership.
• Enhance and maintain business environment intelligence, including customer data, competitor overviews, industry information and macroeconomic information.

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive in collaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Requirements

• 2 to 3 years of experience or Master’s Degree in industrial engineering, data analytics, supply chain analytics, operations research or a related field.
• Background in data analytics or solution design with experience taking a consultative and relationship oriented approach.
• Highly analytical with a love for numbers, data, programming and problem solving.
• Strong SQL experience and comfort working with large, structured datasets.
• Experience building models, dashboards or automated analyses in Python, Power BI and Excel.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain technical models, assumptions and conclusions to stakeholders without a technical background.
• Familiar working in a hands‑on and fast paced culture.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mathematics, or related technical degree
• Master’s Degree in related field preferred

Ready to make an impact?
Ourgoal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietarytechnologies and innovative solutions. Join our team andhelp build a more efficient, innovative, and sustainable food supply chain.Your next career chapter starts at NewCold.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewColdprovides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel.Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

Can we welcome you on board as our new Sr. Solution Design & Data Insights Analyst and help continueour successful growth?

NewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.