Data Analyst - Transportation

Who are we looking for…We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Data Analyst to support our transportation operation.
Role Overview The ideal candidate will leverage data to optimize logistics, improve operational efficiency, enhance safety, and support business decision-making. This role requires strong technical skills, knowledge of transportation systems, and the ability to communicate insights effectively to support data-informed decision-making. 

• What you will do
• Data Collection & Management
• Gather, clean, and validate data from multiple sources, including fleet management systems, GPS trackers, scheduling systems, and financial databases.
• Maintain data integrity and develop automated reporting pipelines.
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Perform statistical analysis and data modeling to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop dashboards and reports to monitor KPIs such as fuel efficiency, on time delivery, service completion, route optimization, asset utilization, and safety compliance.
• Optimization & Forecasting
• Use predictive modeling to forecast demand, fleet requirements, and maintenance schedules.
• Support strategic planning for routing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Customer Experience Insights
• Monitor and analyze customer satisfaction scores, complaints, and feedback trends.
• Identify drivers of customer satisfaction and propose strategies to enhance service quality.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Work closely with operations, logistics, fleet management, and technology teams to align data-driven insights with operational goals.
• Present findings to leadership in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
• Cost & Efficiency Monitoring
• Track delivery costs, fuel usage, and vehicle wear-and-tear to identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Support initiatives to optimize driver scheduling and routing miles.
 
• Candidate Profile
• Skills & Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Transportation, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in data analysis, preferably within transportation, or logistics
• Advanced knowledge with Microsoft suite especially Excel and Power Point
• Strong knowledge of data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Experience with route optimization software is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills to convey insights to stakeholders.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.


• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in transportation management systems (TMS)
• Experience with Samsara and fleet telematics.
• Experience with SQL, and Python.
• Familiarity with DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations and compliance data.
• Character Competencies
• Problem solving
• High energy
• Initiative
• Business financial acumen