Carrier Planner Analyst
About The Position
This role involves identifying and actioning opportunities to improve efficiency and service within Transportation processes by applying continuous improvement methodologies. The analyst will analyze various topics, develop cost/benefit analyses, investigate business requests, and assess the cost or feasibility of solutions. They will also provide input on business processes and technical issues, evaluate the cost impact of carrier contracts, and analyze key performance indicators to identify and rectify areas of concern. Additionally, the role involves providing feedback on the transportation plan, delivery templates, and maintaining knowledge of Canadian transportation acts and regulations.
Requirements
- Post-Secondary education in Business, Logistics or Engineering
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (e.g. Macros, Pivot Tables) and Access (e.g. Macros, Queries, Reporting) skills
- Foundational Python programming skills, with experience using libraries such as Pandas and NumPy; willingness to learn more advanced tools (e.g., scikit learn).
- Experience building reports and dashboards using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Excel
- Exceptional analytical, problem solving, planning and organizational skills
- Skilled at managing multiple tasks, setting and tracking own milestones, and meeting deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communications skills
- Strong business acumen
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with project management and continuous improvement methodologies is an asset
Responsibilities
- Identify and action opportunities to improve efficiency and/or service by applying continuous improvement methodologies to Transportation processes
- Analyse various topics as assigned (data and process), from the simple to the complex, presenting findings, including key information and issues, as well as potential solutions.
- Develop & present Cost / Benefit Analyses
- Contribute to or lead investigation of business requests
- Perform analysis of business requirements to assess cost or feasibility and research solutions
- Provide input and recommendations on business processes and/or technical issues
- Contribute to identification, analysis, improvement and recommendations of solutions (systems and process)
- Evaluate cost impact of carrier contract offers and supports creation / presentation of appropriate negotiations support materials
- Provide regular feedback on the quality of the transportation plan, and suggest improvements
- Analyze key performance indicators to identify areas of concern, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to rectify them
- Provide feedback to the development of delivery template based on road, rail service offering and barge operations
- Maintain current knowledge of Canadian transportation acts and regulations, including transportation of dangerous goods
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs
- Performance incentives
- Continuing Education Programs
- Other perks to support your well-being
- Career growth opportunities
- Product discounts
- Mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families
- Total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees
- Store discounts
- Supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy
- Canadian Tire Profit Sharing
- Retirement and savings programs for eligible employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
