Data Analyst

Company: Echo Global Logistics
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 8, 2025

Job Description:

You will serve as an internal consultant to key stakeholders, understanding their strategic needs and structuring data solutions to support decision-making. You will develop insights and automation strategies that drive business results, including past projects such as pricing optimization, invoice process automation, and simulation modeling. You will play a pivotal role in Echo's digital transformation, using your skills to shape data strategy and influence the future of the company.


This is a Hybrid role. You will be required to be in-person in our Chicago office every Thursday.Are you ready to be at the forefront of a transformation in the transportation and logistics industry? Echo is redefining how we do business by digitizing operations, and we're looking for a Data Analyst to join our Strategic Analytics department to help us lead the way. In this role, you won't just crunch numbers-you'll be a key player in driving decisions that shape the future of the company. You'll act as a trusted internal consultant, collaborating with a variety of teams to tackle strategic challenges and bring data-driven insights to life.Imagine working on projects like optimizing pricing strategies, automating complex invoicing workflows, or building simulations to test new business opportunities-all while directly impacting Echo's growth and efficiency. This is a role for someone who loves diving into data, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited about making a tangible difference. If you're curious, self-motivated, and eager to grow, we want you on our team!Technical Requirements (with Examples): SQL (3+ years of daily use):

• Example: Write complex queries to extract and manipulate large datasets, optimize query performance, and ensure data accuracy for reports and dashboards. Python (1+ year of daily use):
  • Example: Use Python for data cleaning, analysis, and automation tasks. Build scripts for data transformation, create data pipelines, and integrate with APIs.Desired Skills (with Examples): Tableau (1+ year of frequent use):
    • Example: Design interactive dashboards and data visualizations that provide actionable insights for stakeholders. Manage data sources, publish dashboards, and set up regular extract refreshes.GitHub (1+ year of use preferred):
      • Example: Maintain version control for analytics projects, collaborate with team members on code, and document changes for future reference.Additional Desired Skills
        • Verbal Communication: Clearly articulate findings to a range of audiences using presentations, screenshots, and descriptions.
        • Written Communication: Effectively communicate insights through PowerPoint, emails, executive summaries, and blog-style posts.
        • Stakeholder Management: Understand business needs, manage timelines, anticipate additional work, drive projects to completion, and leverage cross-department resources.
        • Workload Management: Prioritize value-added work, manage personal workstreams, and proactively seek support or documentation as needed.
        • Systems Architecture: Understand the strengths and weaknesses of different tools/languages/frameworks and choose the right technology for each solution.Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. As a third-party logistics provider, we simplify transportation management for our clients and carriers, handling crucial tasks so they can focus on what they do best. From coast to coast, dock to dock, and across all major transportation modes, Echo connects businesses that need to ship their products with carriers who transport goods quickly, securely, and cost-effectively.#LI-MA1Work environment/physical demands summary:This job operates in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and otheroffice equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical ofthat of an office with an open seating floor plan. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.BenefitsFor more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at .Compensation$84,950.00-124,800.00 per yearThis role is eligible for a bonus that is based on a combination of personal and business performance.

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