Senior Data Analyst a Shell & Flipkart backed startup

LogisticsNow is a Shell (Fortune 100) and Flipkart (Walmart) backed start-up building the brain for logistics, for every major country in the world; helping Logistics Service Providers (LSPs)/Transporters and manufacturers leverage the power of tech and data science by providing logistics intelligence, procurement, and operations solutions to organize the currently fragmented logistics industry. LogisticsNow has created a large ecosystem spanning over 700+ districts of India, 40,000+ routes, 90+ truck-types and 1600+ LSPs/Transporters. As a neutral democratic platform for manufacturers and transporters, trusted by both, we have already enabled analytics of >$2 billion in logistics spends with millions in savings and value for our customers, which include the Fortune 500 and leading Indian companies

Why LogisticsNow:

Competitive compensation, performance-based rewards,  ESOPs,  aggressive learning, exposure, and growth. Be part of a dynamic startup where every day is new and stretch your imagination! Be a part of a culture where we believe we can dent the universe. And a chance to be the best version of you!!

Job description:

1. Responsible for analyzing and managing data for $1.5 billion+ in freight spends spanning hundreds of transporters and manufacturers, that LogisticsNow platforms leverage to deliver on industry’s trust and innovate to create the future of logistics.

2. Focusing on data acquisition, storage, processing & maintenance, data comparison & evaluation etc.

3. Work closely with the Core Team to help enhance LoRRI data analytics and its use cases.

4. Key responsibilities in all aspects of the data life cycle with special focus on working across different teams and contributing to our digital logistics platform, LoRRI. Be a part of a culture where we believe we can dent the world. The opportunity is right here, right now!

Educational qualification:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (B.E./ B.Tech./B.A./B.Sc./B.Com. etc.) or related technical field, or equivalent experience – 70%+ in 10th and 12th grade. First class throughout academic career.

3-5 years data analytics experience is mandatory.

Primary Tasks and activities :

• Execute analytics leveraging software such as MS Excel, Power BI, SQL, Tableau etc. and a lot of common sense!
• Solve the data problem at scale. Build the models that will power the future of logistics and transportation.
• If you have worked using R and Python to create magic with data, read no further. Apply right now!
• Deliver powerful visualization to stakeholders to make sense of data
• In addition to solving the data problems, interact with the leading companies including logistics & supply chain companies and the Fortune 500 to tell them how to use their data.
• Understand the macro and micro picture of how the logistics industry will evolve, what trends the data shows and how can customers derive value from them.
• Build trust, perform advanced analytics and impact a $200 billion+ logistics industry!
• Develop data dashboards, charts, and visual aids to support decision-making across departments.
• Convey insights through both reports and visual presentations.

Secondary Tasks:

• Support the tech team to build use cases for embedding data intelligence into LoRRI
• Support Key Accounts teams to drive customer success and delight.
• Learn aggressively across functions and become a data champion.

Skills required:

• Accuracy, speed and attention to detail matters, as clients will make decisions based on your analysis
• Resourcefulness and troubleshooting aptitude to find the answers when data is incomplete, inaccurate or both.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Background in logistics/ supply chain industry (preferred, but not mandatory)
• Proficient in one or more of Excel, Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, R, Python (preferred, not mandatory)
• Good communication skills with thorough knowledge of English, Hindi & other local languages will be a plus.
• Passion for Logistics & Transportation Management with 3-5 years of experience.
• A go-getter with high energy and enthusiasm.
• Must be open to experimenting with new technologies & enjoy working in a fast-paced start-up environment.

Above all, be flexible and hungry to grow. No job description can tell you all that lies ahead in a dynamic startup. Every day is different, and comes with its own set of challenges!

We love the culture that we are building and invite you to explore this opportunity and what you can