Supply Chain Consultant

Transportation Insight; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Paid time off (PTO)

Diverse benefits package

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Referral Program

Job summary

A logistics consulting firm is seeking a Supply Chain Consultant responsible for analyzing client data using advanced software and presenting insights. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in supply chain analysis. The ideal candidate has strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, and is comfortable engaging clients. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including paid holidays, parental leave, and a diverse benefits plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of supply chain analysis experience.
• Experience with advanced supply chain analytical software preferred.
• Must engage clients and present findings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis for clients using advanced software.
• Analyze large data sets and recommend solutions.
• Produce documentation for analytical projects.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Service-oriented

Problem-solving skills

Time-management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical major

MBA preferred

Tools

Advanced analytical software

Access

Excel

SQL

VBA

Job description

Supply Chain Consultant

Supply Chain Consultant is responsible for conducting analysis for clients, both internal and external, using advanced analytical software as well as standard applications. The Consultant may also be called upon to leverage technical skills to improve processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support analytical studies/consulting projects using advanced software and/or advanced mathematical techniques.
• Synthesize analytical information, industry knowledge and commercial understanding into actionable intelligence for clients.
• Interface with clients to acquire business data, information and insight.
• Data analytics relating to initial client proposal.
• Generate documentation of results for completed analytical projects.
• Identify opportunities for studies based on client data
• Accurately analyze large, complex data sets and evaluate veracity of recommended solution.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical major; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of supply chain analysis experience
• Must be comfortable with engaging clients, requesting information and presenting.
• Experience with advanced supply chain analytical software preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Service-oriented.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Strong work ethic.
• Focus on accuracy.
• Proactive mindset.
• Willing and capable to seek help and provide when necessary.
• Highly motivated team player that contributes to an atmosphere in which people work together, enthusiastically and effectively, to produce outstanding results.
• Rapidly learn new applications and analytical techniques.
• Establishes open, honest and proactive collaborative working relationships with all staff.
• Demonstrates effective, necessary business skills.
• Able to handle complex matters with multiple initiatives going on simultaneously.
• Able to deal effectively with tactical, operational details.
• Possesses excellent written/oral communications skills as well as the ability to present his/her views in a clear and compelling manner with a positive orientation.
• Energetic, resourceful and hands‑on individual with a strong service orientation, who commits fully to the job and is dedicated to developing and delivering outstanding work
• Focused on continuing improvements to the organization in striving for excellence.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical people.
• A high level of analytical capability including advanced use of Access, Excel, SQL and VBA.
• Demonstrated competency evaluating operational performance, formulating actionable tactics and strategies, developing business cases for change, and managing change in a supply chain context.
• A desire to progressively expand skill sets and learn from other members of the team.
• Ability to work creatively and analytically, both independently and in a problem‑solving team oriented environment.
• Strong organizational, multi‑tasking, and time‑management systems

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package plus eligibility for associate bonus plan
• Paid and floating holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Diverse Benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet insurance, and 401(k) with Company Matching
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Mental health aid through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Build relationships and take part in learning opportunities through our Employee Resource Groups
• Great people know great people, all employees are eligible for our Referral Program!

Location

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Work Environment

Standard office environment, usually indoors away from the elements with moderate noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Effort

Maintain a stationary position for extended periods; move about the office, operate computers and files, as needed; and frequently communicate with others. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee is required to lift boxes up to 20 pounds.

Scheduling

This is a full-time benefits-eligible position, working Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Travel

Local travel is required. Out of state travel is limited, but may be required for special training/conferences.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.