Business Analyst Jobs in Pennsylvania

Job Title: Sr. Logistics Analyst Company: QVC, Inc. Location: West Chester, PA Description: Description QVC has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Logistics Analyst to join the Supply Chain department at Studio Park in West Chester, PA. Reporting to the Manager, Outbound Logistics the Senior Logistics Analyst is responsible for budgeting, analysis, and reporting for QVCs Outbound transportation.  This position analyzes and prepares Executive reports on QVCs Transportation P&L, develops and employs corrective action where warranted, and makes recommendations to avoid excess cost or risk.  This position manages the Outbound Freight Auditor in the audit, review, and approval for payment of all Outbound and Reverse Logistics freight expenditures. BUDGET:  Create and implement $400 million budget for Outbound Transportation, including the development of tools for root cause analysis and forecasting for performance to budget.  Develop, distribute, and oversee reporting to identify freight cost risks and opportunities, and deploy plans of action to mitigate risks, avoid unnecessary costs, and to recover overspent funds.   ABSORPTION:  This position will collaborate with QVC Finance, Sales and Product Planning, Merchandising, Distribution Corporate Operations, and Distribution Site Operations to identify key areas of Shipping and Handling recovery exposure.  Provide projections, analysis and recommendations to proactively address specific products, ship methods, packaging, programming, or business initiatives that may negatively affect Profit and Loss for QVC.  Develop reporting and accounting to illustrate absorption rates, and to identify specific trends for costs and recovery for QVC by item or category.  Create, support, and validate modeling for Shipping and Handling for Distribution Center and Drop Ship freight. COMPLIANCE:  This position manages the flow of package and billing data from and to QVC Carriers, including UPS, USPS, and others as warranted.  This individual oversees and administers eVS compliance with USPS, managing relationships with the Postal Service and controlling issues with data transmission.  This position ensures consistent internal quality control procedures are in place at each DC, taking action with the DCs or USPS where warranted.  This individual manages the CAPS account with USPS on behalf of all Distribution Centers, identifying areas of excess cost or risk associated with inaccurate or missing manifest data.       AUDIT:  This individual will lead the Parcel Billing Audit process, developing solutions with QVC IT and Finance, and/or Third Party Audit providers.  Create and implement approaches to identify areas of excess cost, determine root cause, and take actions to correct, avoid, or recover cost.  Partner with Finance to develop accounting strategies to appropriately capture the specific costs for transportation, associating them to the appropriate general ledger cost centers.  Manage the business practices and relationships with QVCs Freight Payment company. SERVICE:  This position will oversee the reporting and processes necessary to manage Customer Non-Receipt, Address Standardization and Corrections, and other accessorial services that impact performance to the freight budget.   This position will facilitate the management of QVCs Reverse Logistics provider and will address areas of opportunity for performance or cost. Qualifications & Requirements ?  Expert knowledge Microsoft Access, Excel and SQL Server ?  Exceptional analytical and organizational skills ?  Keen organizational savvy and ability to interface with management on multiple levels ?  High level of interpersonal, communication, and employee development skills ?  Effective focus on process development and continual improvement Education:   Bachelors Degree Experience: Minimum of 3 years of database creation and analysis.  Minimum of 3 years of budgeting experience in a distribution or logistics environment.  Relevant experience managing other exempt employees.   Location: Studio Park (West Chester, PA) Employment Type: Full-Time Division: Finance Shift: 1st Please refer to job code 2860 when responding to this ad.

Job Title: Logistics Analyst Company: Confidential Location: King of Prussia, PA Description: JOB SUMMARYPrimary objectives of the position are to: ·         Analyze distribution operations and processes, identifying trends and recommending solutions which will improve costs and overall supply chain efficiency.  ·         Lead the implementation and ongoing optimization of logistics technology solutions·         Maintain and update various databases  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   ·         Software optimizationo   Maximizes the use of logistics software tools to drive operational efficiencyo   Identifies and documents user best practiceso   Develops training materials and teaches user group on how to use systems·         Analysiso   Develops and maintains relational databaseso   Mines data from variety of systems to provide metrics for logistics managemento   Writes systems queries, creates spreadsheets which identify business trendso   Identifies and recommends process changes to improve operational efficiencyo   Designs queries for system users, trains front line users on execution·         Systems Leado   Is the technical leader in the fulfillment operations team:§  Is the CSC systems specialist§  Coordinates logistics systems upgradeso   Oversees application development changes and system install projects:§  Develops and manages project timelines and issues§  Oversees work-product of the application developers on system enhancements§  Creates up-grade and enhancement test plans and is responsible for delivering fully tested and executable modifications and system images·         Cross-trainingo   Will be cross-trained in warehouse supervisory functions to provide back up coverage and support   PROBLEM SOLVING –  Briefly describe the nature of the decision making or problem solving which is part of this position.  Include the extent to which this position is governed by established practices, rules, regulations, manuals, counsel/advice and independent thinking. ·         Works independently to resolve system user issues, identify root causes of system problems, implements process and technical changes·         Demonstrates strong investigative and communication skills to identify trends and recommend corrective action·         Has limited latitude to recommend and oversee approved system enhancements and upgrade test plans, as well as full accountability for the execution of any system modifications·         Demonstrates a strong systems aptitude and ability to apply analytical skills·         Ability to analyze short range plans and translate into operational tools to be used in daily fulfillment functions   QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ·         Some understanding of SQL with ability to write and execute scripts·         Intermediate to advanced MS Excel and Access knowledge required·         Ability to work with hourly and management employees·         Strong analytical skills, including relational database and experience in data mining and query processes and tools (Crystal, Showcase, BRIO etc)·         Ability to work independently to meet established deadlines and in a team environment·         Strong systems aptitude with the ability to translate operational needs into technical language for programmers·         Very good verbal, written and presentation skills·         Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently·         Flexible work schedule, ability to support after-hours system upgrade needs  EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE ·         Bachelors degree in Logistics, Business, Operations or other related discipline·         6 months to 2 years of analysis or logistics experience in a medium volume distribution or manufacturing environment LANGUAGE SKILLS ·         Read and comprehend advanced and technical instructions, complex correspondence and documents·         Write and interpret complex correspondence and documentation·         Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small to medium size groups, to customers, clients, front-line and management employees of the organization.    MATHEMATICAL SKILLS ·         Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  ·         Ability to create complex spreadsheets and access databases·         Has intermediate MS excel and access skills  CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS - none required  PHYSICAL DEMANDS  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ·         Long periods of sitting and working at a desk, utilizing keyboard and RF gun·         Regularly required to stand and walk in warehouse environment·         Some duties will require periods of kneeling, crouching and reaching·         Ability to lift up to 50 lbs·         Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus   WORK ENVIRONMENT  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ·         Majority of time will be spent in temperature controlled office environment·         Some duties will require exposure to hot, damp and humid conditions·         Noise level will vary from quiet office to moderately loud warehouse environment

Job Title: Analyst, Transportation Logistics Company: GSI Commerce Inc. Location: King of Prussia, PA Description: Join the Transporation & Logistics opperating team at GSI, a dymanic and rapidly growing e-commerce company as an Analyst, Transporation Logistics. This position is involved in managing our core customer order fulfillment and freight carrier activities. You will participate in developing, monitoring and analyzing our shipping program including outbound customer parcel delivery for our suite of over 90 premier partners in distinct merchandising categories such as sporting goods, electronics, apparel, footwear, media, health and beauty, toys and jewelry. As an Analyst, Transporation Logistics you will support the Shipping and Transportation team by: ' Analyze and mange our carrier freight selection and spend across our various partners and distribution centers ' Drive the development of analysis and reporting using database report writing tools or by designing reports to be programmed. ' Create financial and operational analyses and reporting needed to measure and monitor company operating activities including customer order process, distribution and fulfillment. ' Ability to accuratetly interpret operating and financial data based on a sound understanding of business process flows in an retail e-commerce retail environment. ' Play an active role in the implementation of new processes and procedures to improve our shipping infrastructure, order processing and reporting systems.

Job Title: Transportation Analyst Company: H. J. Heinz Company Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: This individual is responsible for handling all carrier contract administrations, carrier rate analysis, developing Transportation management tools, Operational KPI's and 3rd party SOP's as well as creating, monitoring and leading initiatives to take inefficient Transportation related costs out of the system. This person should be the main corporate contact for daily operations. This individual would be acting as a liason between the load planners and HNA plants, DC's or copack operation employees. Responsible for carrier contract administration. Create SOP and monitor compliance with Heinz North America (HNA) third party transportation providers. Sterling TMS support for HNA transportation team. Develop and report carrier scorecards. Develop, analyze, and report Transportation Operations, Cost, and Service KPI's. Initiate data set analyzing and reporting KPI's for carrier review meetings highlighting service, cost, carrier compliance Track transportation related cost savings initiatives. Track unfavorable costs to AOP. - Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Finance, or equivalent degree. - Proven project management skills (planning and execution). - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels within the company. - 1-2 years experience in transportation, specifically carrier management/procurement. - Incumbent must have good organizational and analytical skills with multi-task experience. - Incumbent must be very adept with computer software applications. o Excel, Access, Power Point, Word, Project. o Be familiar with Global Data Warehouse, EDS, DMS, and SQL. o Transportation Management Systems

Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst I Company: AmerisourceBergen Location: Valley Forge, PA Description: Work Location: Valley Forge, PA Shifts: Not ApplicablePositions Available: 1Position Summary Under general supervision of the Supply Chain Management Director, responsible for analyzing and supporting the effectiveness of existing supply chain processes as it relates to the supply chain activity, ensuring manufacturer performance and AmerisourceBergen objectives are aligned. Recommends and contributes to improved strategies in order to improve margins as a result of these efforts. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Support solutions that address various tactical challenges ABC faces as it relates to managing returns solutions activities, complying with supplier agreements, and meeting department business objectives.Works closely with suppliers and other functional areas in order to improve financial and operational performance of returns processes. Evaluate, develop and implement process improvements that improve margins, reduce cost, improve effectiveness and improves the quality or magnitude of the end resultPerform assigned reporting functions for departmentActs as an internal consultant to other supply chain areas in support of supply chain projects to improve buy-side profits, inventory productivity or overall team effectiveness.Performs related duties as assigned. Experience and Education Requirements Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year bachelor's degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education. Normally requires one (1) to two (2) years directly related and progressively responsible experience. Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writingKnowledge of ABC policies, programs & services and productsStrong interpersonal skillsStrong analytical skillsStrong mathematical skillsStrong organizational skills; attention to detailAbility to implement processes resulting in satisfactory audit practicesStrong computer skills in order to operate effectively with company systems and programs; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Additional Information

Job Title: Procurement Analyst Company: Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: This position is located with the Defense Logistics Agency(DLA), in the DLA Contract Service Office (DCSO), Philadelphia, PA. This position does not meet the required criteria for employment of Federal civilian annuitants in the Department of Defense in accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.) (Reference (b)). Therefore Re-employed annuitant applicants will not be considered under this vacancy announcement. Contracting oversight includes performing contract review on large/major DCSO procurements. Analyst conducts reviews throughout the procurement process from planning through post award and contract administration phases. Procurement process reviews on major procurement initiatives across the DCSO enterprise involve review and approval of major customer service level agreements, major strategic sourcing agreements, long term contracts and Blanket Purchase Agreements or Basic Ordering Agreements created by the DCSO offices. The DCSO procurement analyst performs various procurement analytical functions that support DCSO contracting activities which involve: monitoring and reviewing the DCSO contracting programs; recommending new/revised contracting policies and procedures; implementing DCSO procurement/contracting performance process-specific improvements; reviewing contracting actions; and performing pricing analysis on large complex procurements and major service level agreements. Serves as a point of contact regarding DCSO automated procurement systems and provides understanding of systems functionality and capabilities under the Procurement and Enterprise Operation Accounting modernization initiatives. Leads complicated contracting review activities. Responsibilities include proposal and implementation of complex contracting procedures or critical policy revisions covering a variety of significant contracting issues. Performs evaluation studies, analyzes, develops and provides recommendation for new/revised contracting procedures to guide and control DCSO contracting activities throughout the DCSO enterprise. Monitors and leads DCSO contracting program reviews. Analyzes policy and provides recommendations for policy development. Employee performs pricing analysis and interpretation of pricing compliance on large, complex enterprise acquisitions that require review by the DLA Integrated Acquisition Review Board (IARB). Participates in review of pricing proposals on large procurements regardless of the location of the contracting site offices, and participates in negotiations that may occur regarding pricing issues. Analyzes, develops, documents and evaluates complex functional system requirements for the procurement functional area. Responsible for understanding system functionality and business capabilities of the classic Base Operating Support System (BOSS), Business System Modernization Base Operating Support System (BSM BOSS) and the Standard Procurement Systems (SPS) that process annually over $1 billion in contracts awarded by the DCSO enterprise. ABOUT THE POSITION: This is an Acquisition, Technology & Logistics (AT&L) Workforce Position in the Contracting Career Field. The incumbent will be required to become certified at Level III in the applicable career field within 24 months, unless a Position Requirements Waiver is approved to extend the 24 months. AT&L position requirements will be used in the evaluation criteria.

Job Title: LOGISTICS ANALYST Company: Adecco Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Adecco Technical is an integral part of Adecco Employment Services, which is the global leader in employment placement with over 5,500 branches in 63 countries. Our Pittsburgh office specializes in contract, contract to directs and direct hire technical opportunities within the southwestern Pennsylvania area. Our client based in north of Pittsburgh has an immediate opportunity for a Logistics Analyst. · Duties: Oversee all purchasing, shipping & receiving, and inventory control activities. Will coordinate customer deliveries and will follow up to ensure customer satisfaction. Process purchase reqs, place orders, negotiate pricing.· Bachelor's degree.· An associate's degree with 2 years experience will be considered.· Minimum of 3 years experience in logistics.· Excellent communication skills required. If interested in being considered for this position and you have the correct documentation to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship, please email your resume as an attachment in Word format to Register to View Include at least two work references, availability to start date and current salary requirement. EEO

Job Title: Transportation Analyst Company: TBB Global Logistics Location: New Freedom, PA Description: Reports to:  Director of Transportation Primary functions: Respond to requests for transportation costs by clients, Sales, and internal sources. Contact carriers and other transportation entities for pricing and shipment information. Prepare the quotation response to Sales. Related activities: Maintain systems and processes for tracking quotes. Analyze shipment data for current clients. Requirements: Proficiency in mathematics. General knowledge of shipping documents and domestic LTL and TL carrier practices. Effective, cooperative, and collegial demeanor. Ability to handle multiple tasks, while maintaining positive attitude, organization of work, and superior customer service. Minimum of intermediate computer literacy; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer; and ability to quickly learn and utilize various in-house applications. Inbound Logistics Magazine has named TBBGL one of the world’s Top 100 3PL Providers. Our talented teams deliver superior customer service and have the knowledge and expertise to develop and manage the most complex supply chain portfolio of strategies, including increased efficiency, lower total costs, and complete supply chain solutions. If you would like to join an exciting, growing company, please send your resume AND SALARY REQUIREMENTS to the Human Resources Department.TBBGL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Position Summary: This position supports the supply chain business functions by preparing, analyzing, reporting and acting upon operational data.  Areas of support include inventory planning, distribution operations, transportation, forecasting, procurement, manufacturing, and international.  Design, develop, and deploy computer-based decision support tools, analysis, reports and models to enhance the performance and efficiency of supply chain functions.    Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: ·        Bachelor’s degree in business related discipline required (logistics, quantitative business analysis, management information systems, or related field of study).·        2-4 years experience, preferably in a high volume, multi-location distribution environment, concentrating in distribution operations, inventory management, forecasting or transportation.·        Design, develop, and deploy relational databases and automated workflows to increase efficiencies for recurring processes.·        Agile and flexible. Able to work in a fast moving, demanding environment and move from project to project as needed.·        Aid in the development of strategic and tactical cross-functional performance metrics.·        Reliably manage assigned routine reporting and operational execution activities.·        Support inventory planning, forecasting, procurement, transportation, distribution operations, customer service, manufacturing and international functions as necessary.·         Train internal customers and peers on the use of tools and processes created.   Non-Negotiable Hiring Criteria: ·        Extensive knowledge of PC applications, specifically Excel and Access.  Experience in relational databases using SQL preferred.·        Advanced analytical and problem solving abilities. Demonstrated experience in analyzing significant amounts of data and turning it into actionable information.·        Demonstrated ability to independently take ownership of initiatives and drive execution.·        Excellent interpersonal skills to apply in communications with business partners, the field, and corporate personnel.    Job Level: Experienced

Job Title: International Logistics Analyst Company: PPG Industries Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Established as the Pittsburgh Plate Glass Co. in 1883, PPG Industries is a leading diversified manufacturer that supplies paints, coatings, optical products, specialty materials, chemicals, glass and fiber glass around the world. PPG Industries is a leader in its markets; it is our vision to become the worlds leading coatings and specialty products company. Our continuing emphasis on the development of breakthrough products and processes, investment in highly productive manufacturing facilities and profitable global expansion combine to provide customers with the best services and products of the highest quality. We are committed to providing a fulfilling workplace for our employees, creating an environment for continuous learning and embracing the ideas and diversity of others. With global headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA PPG has more than 140 manufacturing facilities and equity affiliates and operates in more than 60 countries around the globe.Key ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent is responsible for PPG having an effective process to ensure value reported to Customs authorities is accurate and in compliance with Customs laws. This requires understanding of Customs legal valuation requirements and ongoing oversight of financial data presented to Customs at U.S./Canada border crossings compared to internal PPG payment records. The incumbent must determine root cause of financial discrepancies based on problem resolution with appropriate PPG management personnel and analysts in Accounting, Finance, Purchasing, Receiving and Customshouse Brokers. The incumbent must implement SBU process improvements and monitor impact in an internally developed Customs Value Verification System (CVV). Repeat valuation corrections must be minimized as they also raise visibility with Customs that can affect PPGs ongoing status in the government-sponsored Importer Self Assessment (ISA) Program.In addition, the position is responsible for identification and reporting of added value that can occur outside the initial border-crossing transaction such as Customs-defined assists, royalties paid to foreign entities that also ship products into the U.S., PPG SBU transfer price information to demonstrate profit margin of affiliated foreign entities, and post-entry reconciliation of value unknown at the time of entry for certain plants through a formal Customs protocol. The incumbent prepares and submits such corrections according to regulatory requirements and subsequently works with various SBU personnel to ensure that ongoing added value is captured in the border crossing transaction.The incumbent also assists with the preparation of Duty Drawback import-related information that results in SBU savings, quarterly U.S. import statistics, Post Entry Reviews, and collection of data from U.S. receiving locations and foreign affiliates to complete annual transfer price reviews. This position is also responsible for administering the Customs import recordkeeping program.