Role: Data Analyst (Logistics Risk)
Location: Santa Ana, CA 92707
Duration: 12+ Months (Extension based on performance)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
About the Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented Data Analyst to support the Risk Control team by analyzing logistics and operational data, identifying potential risks, and driving data-based process improvements. This position combines data analytics, logistics knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Analyze logistics/operations data (SAP, TMS, WMS, ERP, claims systems) to detect risk patterns and operational gaps.
• Evaluate lease management risk categories: physical, data, measurement, damage, and data accuracy.
• Review KPIs to identify early-warning indicators or risk exposure.
• Perform root cause analysis and present insights to leadership.
• Build dashboards, automated reports, and risk-tracking tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate data accuracy and support audits/compliance.
• Translate complex data findings into actionable recommendations.
• Identify and implement process improvements; monitor results.
• Work with large data sets in Excel; build Macros for reporting automation.
• Track operational trends related to loss, damage, delay, and service failures.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Statistics, or related field.
• 2+ years in logistics analytics, operations analytics, or supply chain analysis.
• Strong Excel skills (Pivots, VLOOKUP/LOOKUP, data matching, Macros).
• Experience analyzing SAP or similar ERP data.
• Working knowledge of SQL; Power BI/Tableau is a plus.
• Experience with TMS/WMS or logistics performance metrics.
• Ability to handle large datasets and extract insights.
• Prior corporate environment experience preferred.
Top Skills
Advanced Excel (Pivots, Lookups, data comparison, Macros)
Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
Excellent communication & cross-functional collaboration
Preferred Competencies
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to convert data into business insights
• Strong organization & follow-through
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
• Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
Work Breakdown (Approx.)
• 50% Data analysis (Excel/SAP/logistics data evaluation)
• 25% Communication, collaboration, solution execution
• 25% Accuracy checks, error prevention, process improvement