About this role
Responsibilities
- Collects and analyzes data, systems, procedural activities, and information flows to assess the efficiency and costs of logistics processes.
- Researches operational costs, industry, and regulatory issues, and maintains a current and comprehensive database on which to draw and develop solutions.
- Uses statistical modeling skills to justify costs and develop logistics solutions to meet agreed customer needs.
- Assists in production of computer simulations and other support materials for the presentation of solutions to customers, and assists as required in these presentations.
- Provides analytical support for contract implementation and ongoing contract development.
- Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers within the company and outside, and is aware of the services and equipment they offer, including new methodology and software development.
- Ensures that all solutions are developed making use of - and sharing - best practice experience across the National Freight Consortium Group as a whole.
- Provides expert advice to the Business development function on analysis and research methods.
- Assists in the specification, coordination and management of any outsourced solutions development requirements.
- Develops and maintains good and effective team communication at all levels.
- Other requirements as assigned by BD Manager.
Requirements
- Understanding of logistics business
- Project management skills
- Statistical and numerical analysis skills
- Strategic thinking
- Negotiation skills
- Financial and budgeting skills
- Communication and presentation skills
- English language skills
- Computer literacy