The Freight Optimization Analyst will play a major role in the realization of a truly end-to-end, optimized supply chain. The Freight Optimization Analyst will design, create and analyze supply chain reports and processes in order to achieve lowest freight cost, while improving on-time delivery and service execution for a global network of 90+ locations.
You will collaborate with various stakeholders within our Global Supply Chain to identify constraints that limits execution to devise and implement corrective actions. You will support new initiatives and process improvements through analysis, solution development, and implementation project work. You will also support with activities related to various Internal & External Audits working with Export Control and Regulatory Compliance Teams.
The position is located on-site at Orlando, Florida headquarters and is part of a Global Supply Chain network supporting airline customers, MROs, repair stations, and forward stocking locations providing after sale support for aviation suite of products managed under Aviation Global Services (AGS) BL within Thales Group.
Key Responsibilities:
• Optimize execution through data analysis and collaboration between stakeholders including program, procurement, repair shops, customers, finance, and logistics teams as a key focal for a WW network of supply chain teams.
• Create and manage large databases for using modeling techniques to develop supply chain improvement initiatives with aggressive deadlines.
• Develop and present analysis, insights and recommended course of action through Project Management Principles to Stakeholders/Leadership.
• Identify supply chain constraints that will limit execution and develop resolutions in coordination with key stakeholders.
• Create and implement procedures that will allow teams to quickly switch shipping methods, incoterms, freight carriers, and other variables without disruptions to daily execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve Operational Processes and proactively identify resource constraints, conflicting priorities and scheduling issues.
• Assist with the development, delivery and evaluation of supply chain efficiencies in cost, service, and performance and internal KPIs surrounding all international transportation.
• Monitor Freight Metrics including Cost & Performance against Historic and Forecasted levels throughout the network.
• Collaborate with Leadership and Finance to deliver on Freight cost budget while ensuring all stakeholder needs are met.
• Implement and maintain continuous improvement efforts through the use of standard operating procedures and guidelines. Support on external and internal audits as needed.
• Assist with the development, delivery, evaluation and improvement of Performance KPIs.
• Work on freight Projects assigned by the Freight Optimization Manager.
Skills:
? Ability to extract large amounts of data from multiple sources and convert that into actionable insights.
? Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects & tasks while dealing with disruptions and competing priorities.
? Must have strong problem-solving and organization skills and be able to drive assignments to successful conclusion.
? Continuous Improvement mindset with ability to understand complex processes and implement improvement initiatives.
? Strong Work Ethic and capable of making well informed decisions.
? Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
? Experience with Process Flow and Visual Stream mapping.
? Problem solving ability with a high degree of motivation, thoroughness, integrity, and reliability.
? Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships within a complex organization.
? Demonstrates Leadership and possesses ability to effectively communicate and influence.
? Demonstrated experience on all modes of Transport for both Domestic & International including knowledge of Incoterms, shipping methodologies, service levels, rates & pricing structure.
? Familiarity with Import & Export Compliance, OGAs, Freight Forwarders, Carriers & Consolidators.
? Knowledge and understanding of Budgeting, P&L, WBS, GL/CC and AR/AP activities.
? Experience with SAP, Ship ERP, Business Intelligence: Power BI or Tableau and other analytical tools highly preferred.
? Proficiency in ERP (SAP) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Visio). Executive friendly presentations
? Adaptability – be fluid with Thales's continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment.
? Agility - able to quickly adapt in a complex, multi-national, multi-cultural environment.
? Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and innovate.
? Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities.
? Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating with strong moral codes.
? Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors
? Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; willingness to put in required effort.
Qualifications:
? Experience with Analytics, Power BI, DAX, SQL & Python
? Minimum of 3 years of Supply Chain/ Logistics Experience
? Minimum of 3 years of Project Management Experience
? Six Sigma Green or Black Belt or equivalent Lean problem solving skills
? Proficiency in ERP (SAP) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Visio) (Preferred)
? Experience in the areas of Planning; Purchasing, Buying, Warehousing and Manufacturing (Preferred)
? APICS CPIM certification (Preferred)
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