Planning & Optimisation Analyst

About the Company:
This organisation has been around for over 40 years and is embarking on an exciting company wide transformation. They have a national network and service their FMCG clients across the country with state of the art technology. As they embark on this next phase this is a real opportunity to be a part of building something from scratch, have input in decision making and bring new ideas to the table.
About the Role:
The Planning & Optimisation Analyst role is an interactive, key position engaging with multiple stakeholders and all business unit managers across in the company. You will manage projects and system implementation to enhance capability and data intelligence for the future state of the business.
The role will involve review of current state processes, through interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, task and workflow analysis. Interpret customer needs and translate them into application. The role will evolve over time to redesign a configuration that standardises key services. Digitalise workflow, fill in the gaps to raise performance capability and cost efficiencies.
About You:
Have a tertiary degree in Supply Chain or Commerce
Business analyst experience preferred
Experience in transport and logistics industry
Strong critical analysis/cost modelling abilities
Strong reporting skills and structured approach to presenting insights
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Take ownership to drive ideas and change with the team
Independent learner, nimble and resilient
Thrive in a collaborative environment
Skilled in Excel
If you have substantial experience in the transport/logistics industry and have been in a similar role, we would love to hear from you as soon as possible.