Analyst, Strategic Sourcing- Distribution & Logistics

LogicSource is a collective of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement professionals that provide best in class solutions and technology for our clients.  Partnering alongside fortune 500 companies, it is our goal to inspire strategic partnerships while establishing strong execution to induce cost savings initiatives. We bring innovative solutions with a transparent business model that sets us apart. Learn more about us at www.logicsource.com.

Reasons why you’ll love it here:

• An amazing culture with a team that supports one another, the opportunity to make a direct impact, and have fun along the way!
• We are experiencing rapid growth- come grow along with us!
• Competitive compensation and a performance-driven culture that rewards results.
• We work hard but understand the need for balance offering unlimited and flexible PTO.
• Phenomenal health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family (and we pay almost 90% of the premiums).
• Additional options for employer contributions to HSA, 401k match, Dependent Care FSA, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance and more.

Position Summary:

 We have an immediate opening for a full-time Analyst, Strategic Sourcing- Distribution & Logistics. You will be a key member of our analytics team, reporting to the Managing Director, Strategic Sourcing- Distribution & Logistics.

Responsibilities:                                                                                                  

You will be responsible for managing multiple clients’ historic and current purchasing data in order to forecast and report spend and savings. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborating with client and internal stakeholders to identify and secure relevant data for analysis
• Interpreting and classifying complex purchasing and supply chain data in order to understand clients’ historic and current services, specifications, and costs
• Compiling, analyzing and summarizing benchmarking data.
• Identifying, securing, and assessing data in a variety of formats and from a variety of sources
• Analyzing data, evaluating costs, and providing analysis throughout the solutions and transition phases of client engagements
• Analyzing supplier pricing and RFx results and preparing analysis to support supply chain sourcing and procurement decisions
• Measuring savings and identifying economies by comparing RFx pricing with client baseline data
• Preparing reports of findings for presentations to client and internal stakeholders
• Utilizing savings models and building scenarios in support of solution development
• Refining data management systems and reporting processes to deliver accurate and quality insights for ongoing decision-making

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1-3 years of Supply Chain or Logistics experience
• Knowledge of supply chain terminology and ability to communicate with stakeholders
• Experience with planning and forecasting
• Advanced mathematical and finance knowledge
• Experience managing and analyzing large quantities of data 
• Knowledge of data cleansing and formatting methods and techniques
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, v-look-ups, macros)
• Prior experience with databases and business intelligence reporting tools is a plus
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new software
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing accordingly to meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse cross-functional team
• Excellent organizational skills; strong attention to detail 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Travel

This position does not require travel.

Other Duties

This Position Description is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities, and the employee is expected to perform other duties as necessary and assigned. The duties and responsibilities of this position may be modified at any time to meet changing business needs.