Business Analyst

### **Business Analyst** * **Job Type:** Full\-Time (On\-site) * **Location:** Renton, WA * **Salary Range:** $21\.57 \- $23\.57 per hour **Position Summary** We are looking for a motivated and detail\-oriented entry\-Level Business Analyst to join our domestic freight operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early\-career professionals to build a rewarding career in global logistics. No prior freight forwarding experience is required — we will train you. What we're looking for is a sharp analytical mind, intellectual curiosity, and the drive to make complex supply chains run smarter. **Key Responsibilities** * Collect and analyze shipment data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost\-saving opportunities across ground freight lanes. * Build and maintain dashboards and reports that give operations leaders clear visibility into KPIs such as freight cost allocation and lane segment usage. * Monitor pricing and shipping costs and identify areas for cost savings or efficiency improvements * Assist in evaluating vendor and carrier contracts by modeling rate scenarios and benchmarking against market data. * Communicate with internal teams, suppliers, and vendors to ensure smooth day\-to\-day operations. * Regularly prepare and present reports on data findings to relevant stakeholders. * Respond to ad\-hoc data requests from operations, sales, and finance teams. * Trach and analyze carrier performance, identify problem areas promptly, and surface strategies to improve business outcomes. * Learn freight forwarding fundamentals – including customs regulations, Incoterms, and global trade compliance – through structured on\-the\-job training. **Qualifications** ================== * Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field; or equivalent work experience with exposure to data analytics. * Strong analytical skills and comfort working with large data sets; proficiency in Microsoft Excel required. * High attention to detail and a structured, organized approach to problem\-solving. * Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast\-paced environment. * Genuine curiosity to learn and stay current with industry trends and best practices. * Familiarity with EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) concepts and transaction sets is a plus. **Work Schedule \& Environment** * Full\-Time Hours: 8\-hour workdays with required meal and rest breaks. * Office Setting: Climate\-controlled with moderate noise levels. * Physical Activity: Sitting, walking, typing, and frequent communication. **Compensation \& Benefits** **Salary Range:** $21\.57 \- $23\.57 per hour *Starting pay is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, skills, and job\-related knowledge. Pay ranges may be modified in the futur...