About Flexport: 

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year. 

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

Flexport Supply Chain Optimization Analyst is a supply chain technology subject matter expert who works to improve our client’s supply chain performance, optimizing for both time and resources. You will be positioned as the solutions lead for a collection of Flexport technology & service offerings: 

Order Management Booking Management Buyer’s Consolidation Comprehensive Supply Chain Solution design and project management

These pillars form the basis of Flexport’s long term freight-agnostic Supply Chain Solution vision. 

 

The Supply Chain Optimization Data Analyst will work within our control tower products – one of the fastest growing products within the company. Primary focus areas will be route planning, mode optimization, and container allocation modeling to help clients improve their supply chain operations, reduce costs, increase transparency and achieve greater business efficiency. Your efforts will directly result in the overarching success of both Flexport and our clients.

What you'll do: Analyze existing and new client’s supply chains, identifying areas for improvement for reducing costs, increasing carbon emissions savings, and boosting efficiency. Develop and scale supply chain optimization models using python, focusing on mode planning and maximizing consolidations on all nodes of the supply chain (e.g. origin, freight, and downstream).  Lead discussions with the engineering team to define the product requirements to incorporate your models into production as part of the supply chain optimization module in the control tower.  Collaborate with demand teams to build proposals to present to clients. Work closely with the operations teams to execute the optimization models and gain feedback for improvement.  Independently manage a workstream or multiple workstreams of a program from start to finish, including building a plan, analyzing data, and removing roadblocks. Measure and monitor project workstreams you are responsible for from inception to delivery with high quality standards Provide transparent communication about program status, risks, and changes to key business stakeholders. This includes writing sections of formal business documents, leading meetings with employees of all levels.

Build scalable solutions so the problems stay fixed.

Program manage key initiatives in the team including driving profitability by analyzing root causes that lead to losses and take actions on reducing losses Drive the execution of all processes in the product lifecycle, including product and market research, competitor analysis, planning, positioning, requirements and roadmap development, and product launch What you'll need: BA/BS degree or higher, ideally in a technical field (e.g.,Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Physics) with 2-4 years of professional logistics, supply chain management/consulting, freight forwarding experience, or product management.  Proficient knowledge in Python, SQL, Looker.  Strong analytical skills, ability to handle data effectively; system-oriented thinking and end-to-end view of processes Proven success in overseeing all elements of the product development lifecycle Technical Program management skills (set goals, manage delivery, create and measure impact) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels and to influence without authority Willing to get your hands dirty to build an understanding of ground operations in local regions Ability to handle data effectively and conduct complex data analysis; system-oriented thinking and end-to-end view of processes Strong attention to detail and proficient problem solving skills. Apply logic and reasoning skills to challenge the status quo and push back appropriately when things don’t go according to plan Self-starter, tolerance for ambiguity, willingness to go the extra mile

What's in it for you?

An opportunity to contribute to one of the fastest-growing companies, where you’ll have the chance to create a global impact while being a part of a  thriving multinational environment  Daily catered lunches incl. vegetarian options, breakfast, snacks and soft drinks available in our office on daily basis  Commute expenses: Flexport will cover  home-office commuting costs for employees living outside of Amsterdam 25 working days as vacation days based on full time employment. Health insurance: Flexport offers a collective health insurance plan including a basic package and any available additional packages. Your monthly premium is fully paid by Flexport.  A defined pension contribution scheme Equity program: every team member becomes a shareholder, aligning our success with yours. As a private company in a multi-trillion dollar industry, you have a direct stake in our collective growth and success. Hybrid work arrangements offer you the flexibility of working from home with the collaboration of in-office days Employee Assistance Program through Aetna Resources for Living: Flexport provides an employer-sponsored program at no cost to you and your household members Parental leave benefit: Flexport is here to support you and your families in one of the most important times in life – the birth of a child! Our parental leave program allows both mothers and partners to take time off from work for pregnancy, childbirth, and to bond with your new child. Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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