Research Analyst
At Arrive Logistics, we are committed to servicing our customers and exceeding expectations. Our team members are trained to see the world through the eyes of our customers and transcend the investment of a traditional broker relationship. With that mission in mind, we are looking for a Market Analyst. This position will help stakeholders within Arrive stay informed on the latest trends in the freight market and how they are impacting business operations. The market analyst plays a key role in driving KPI performance by enabling more informed decision making related to day to day freight management. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
Essential Functions:
- Gather data from internal and external sources to identify and monitor market and economic conditions relevant to national and global trends in transportation and supply chain.
- Monitor and forecast freight market and other macroeconomic trends
- Provide timely economic and market research and analyses to assist Arrive in maintaining a competitive market advantage and working with business stakeholders to apply to day-to-day operations
- Convert complex data and findings into understandable tables, graphs, and written reports for stakeholders across the business to absorb and apply.
- Work closely with business stakeholders to understand projects and opportunities and how research can support those objectives.
- Be able to share a packaged overview of research for a select topic while also feeling comfortable to speak on the topic directly with stakeholders.
- Educate the BD and Carrier departments on effective load management leveraging market knowledge through reporting, communication, and training.
- Report monthly Load Board Management KPIs to leadership team to drive visibility and enhance productivity
- Identify weekly trends and coordinate cross-departmental decision making and coverage strategy
- Support the various initiatives to effectively manage the life of the load to drive coverage, service, and profitability.
- Prepare, clean, and wrangle large data sets to identify patterns and generate insights.
- Support other Load Board Management Stakeholders with ad-hoc reporting and business insights
- Perform trend analysis on business operations to support internal strategic initiatives and process improvement
- Leverage data to review business trends, variance in trends and dig into reasons of variance with potential actions for the business.
Education and/or Experience:
- Strong written & oral communication skills and an ability to present effectively to stakeholders of all levels.
- Experience in the Logistics or Transportation Industry is preferred
- The ideal candidate will possess advanced Excel & Powerpoint, writing/communications, and analytical problem solving skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Communications or related degree preferred.
- 2+ years in an analytical or research role and providing insight and recommendation based on data and analysis preferred
- Ability to think visually with strong written and verbal communication skills
Why Arrive?
- Take advantage of excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
- Invest in your future with our matching 401K program.
- Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work-from-home schedule based on position and tenure.
- Build relationships and find your home at Arrive through our Employee Resource Groups.
- Get recognized through our employee rewards program.
- Leave the suit and tie at home; our dress code is casual.
- Eat for free on Mondays & Fridays…lunch is on Arrive! Snack and lunch options are also available daily.
- Work in the booming city of Austin, TX - we are in a convenient location close to the airport and downtown.
- Park your car for free on site!
- Sweat it out using local gym discounts or with the team at our onsite gym.
- Maximize your wellness with free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
- Start your morning with a specialty drink from our fully stocked coffee bar, Broker’s Brew.
- Get paid to work with your friends through our Referral Program!
- Get relocation assistance! If you are not local to the area, we offer relocation packages and have a Relocation Specialist who can help you along the way.
Covid Response and Flex Policy:
Arrive Leadership continually evaluates the Covid-19 pandemic and makes informed decisions based on applicable regulation, CDC recommendation, best practice, and local impacts of the pandemic. Arrive has implemented a comprehensive and proactive Covid response plan designed for the safety of our employees. This plan includes in-office safety protocol for all employees and a flexible work schedule based on position and tenure.