Sr. Business Analyst, Research (J-1 Research Scholar) Job Listing at ID Logistics in St. Petersburg, FL (Job ID 5001129998606)

Description

About Us

ID Logistics (IDL), a global leader in third-party logistics, combines entrepreneurial spirit with a dedication to operational excellence. We were founded in Orgon, France, and have a US base in Scranton, PA. We accelerated growth in 2022 after merging with Kane Logistics just three years prior. Now operating as ID Logistics US, we provide comprehensive supply chain solutions across 50+ sites, powered by over 7,000 team members within the United States. With a global workforce of over 38,000 experts and 84 million square feet of facilities across over 400 sites, we're transforming logistics--and this is just the beginning!

Position Overview: The Senior Business Analyst, Research will focus on conducting in-depth research to analyze business performance, identify trends, and generate actionable insights for both ID Logistics and customer leadership teams. This role is primarily research-oriented, requiring the ability to synthesize complex data, develop findings, and present them in clear, impactful reports that guide strategic decision-making.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities:

• Data Research and Analysis:




• Lead extensive research efforts, analyzing large data sets to identify emerging trends, patterns, and insights.


• Conduct thorough analyses of business performance across different sectors, providing data-driven recommendations to enhance operations.




• Research Reporting and Visualization:




• Develop research reports, dashboards, and visualizations to effectively communicate findings, leveraging tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and Excel.


• Ensure all research outputs are aligned with business objectives and presented clearly to both internal teams and customers.




• Customer and Leadership Collaboration:




• Collaborate with senior leadership teams (from Managers to General Managers) to define key research questions, deliver insights, and tailor reports to customer needs.


• Serve as a trusted advisor on research-based findings, advising leadership on potential improvements based on data analysis.




• Custom Research Requests:




• Manage and respond to ad-hoc research requests from both internal teams and customers, ensuring thorough analysis and timely delivery of findings.




• Trend and KPI Monitoring:




• Monitor key business and financial performance indicators, tracking trends over time and providing insights into potential areas for improvement or optimization.


• Perform regular analyses of contractual KPIs and SLAs, and advise on any challenges or opportunities identified through research.




• Continuous Improvement of Research Practices:




• Work with IT and Internal Systems teams to explore automated data collection and reporting capabilities, ensuring research is accurate and efficient.


• Maintain a focus on research innovation, identifying new tools or methodologies that could enhance data collection or analysis processes.




• Strategic Research Support:




• Assist senior leadership teams in strategic decision-making by conducting research to forecast future trends, risks, and opportunities.


• Provide actionable insights into budgetary forecasts, financial performance, and operational efficiencies.

This position is ideal for an analytical thinker who thrives in research-driven roles and is passionate about using data to inform business strategies and drive improvements.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree required, with a focus on business, economics, statistics, or a related field preferred.
• Language Skills:
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
• Experience:
• At least five years of experience in business research, data analysis, or a similar analytical role.
• Technical Skills:
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
• Research and Analytical Expertise:
• Strong research skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex data trends and statistical findings.
• Expertise in identifying key metrics and performance drivers through research.
• Problem-Solving and Organizational Skills:
• Proven ability to address complex research questions and synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights.
• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple research projects and priorities.
• Communication Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present research findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Work Environment Flexibility:
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Flexibility with work schedule and hours when required.