Senior Transportation Analyst

Overview The Sr. Transportation Analyst is someone possessing strong leadership and communication skills. They will be responsible for data collection, analysis, reporting, and recommending solutions relating to inbound transportation strategies. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Manager of Inbound Transportation but will also work closely with Sprouts vendor partners, the Sprouts Transportation team, the Sprouts Produce Replenishment team and Produce Category Managers. This position requires attention to detail, an ability to identify and determine causes of anomalies, and very strong computer skills. Successful candidates will also be self-motivated, reliable, and skilled at navigating relationships between people at various levels in an organization. Overview of Responsibilities Perform a leading role on an inbound freight strategy team, acting as a conduit between category managers, transportation team members, and produce replenishment team members Develop and maintain databases and other tools used to analyze different freight scenarios Collect and aggregate logistics and pricing data from multiple internal and external sources Recommend optimal inbound logistics strategies based on analytical work Build strong relationships with Sprouts team members and key vendor partners Create reports and other business documents in a digestible and actionable format Support business partners with ad hoc analysis and other projects as needed Provide support for the planning and rollout of key strategic initiatives within Supply Chain Maintain/update internal documentation for training, reporting, and reference. Use and understanding of Sprouts supply chain systems, including MercuryGate TMS Other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience as an analyst in transportation or supply chain Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Transportation, Supply Chain, or Finance is preferred Inbound transportation experience is preferred. Produce experience is helpful but not required Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to manage competing priorities across multiple assignments and deadlines Excellent people skills and an ability to build strong professional relationships Positive and professional demeanor Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong time management and organizational skills Expert proficiency level with Microsoft Office applications, primarily Excel and PowerPoint #LI-MS1 Benefits In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include: Competitive pay Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health Vacation accrual plan Opportunities for career growth 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts Flexible schedules Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match Company paid life insurance Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun! Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits: Bonus based on company and/or individual performance Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision Health Savings Account with company match Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care Company paid short-term disability coverage Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers Paid holidays Get Paid Every Day! 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Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. Sprouts will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance. California Residents: We collect information in accordance with California law, please see here for more information. Perform a leading role on an inbound freight strategy team, acting as a conduit between category managers, transportation team members, and produce replenishment team members Develop and maintain databases and other tools used to analyze different freight scenarios Collect and aggregate logistics and pricing data from multiple internal and external sources Recommend optimal inbound logistics strategies based on analytical work Build strong relationships with Sprouts team members and key vendor partners Create reports and other business documents in a digestible and actionable format Support business partners with ad hoc analysis and other projects as needed Provide support for the planning and rollout of key strategic initiatives within Supply Chain Maintain/update internal documentation for training, reporting, and reference. Use and understanding of Sprouts supply chain systems, including MercuryGate TMS Other duties as assigned Minimum of 2 years of experience as an analyst in transportation or supply chain Bachelor's Degree in Business, Transportation, Supply Chain, or Finance is preferred Inbound transportation experience is preferred. Produce experience is helpful but not required Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to manage competing priorities across multiple assignments and deadlines Excellent people skills and an ability to build strong professional relationships Positive and professional demeanor Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong time management and organizational skills Expert proficiency level with Microsoft Office applications, primarily Excel and PowerPoint #LI-MS1