JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Director of Forest Technology & Improvement, the Trucking Analyst will deliver on a strategy to evaluate and optimize trucking operations across the division. The Analyst will identify and implement cost effective and technologically innovative solutions that will allow the business to grow. They will monitor KPIs, identify gaps, and reduce waste in current operations finding opportunities to reduce cost, drive performance, and optimize day-to-day operations of the business.
The ideal candidate will be based out of Saint John, NB or Fredericton, NB with some travel required to Saint John.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Efficiency in Operations - Work to determine the strategy to optimize our roundwood trucking operations across the division. Determine how to optimize loaded miles, backhauls, trucking utilization, use of yards, payloads. Identify opportunities and work with the teams to implement solutions to these findings. Work to find the proper solution that Dispatch, and other analytical tools/strategies can add to improve our fleet.
• Administration - Monitor and deliver on fuel burn curves, month corridor reporting, and other reporting requirements that occur throughout the year. Support Earla in the quarterly batch run of routes.
• Reports and Analytics - Work with the team to determine the key reports and KPI's required for the operation's staff to drive improvement with their contractors and company equipment. Create, build, and support these reports.
• Technology - Support the implementation of all telematics and other technology required in the trucking operation including identifying, supporting, organizing, and following up on the installation and utilization of this equipment.
• Supporting Leading Change - Work with the Director to build leading change case, provide feedback, and help with implementation of trucking Calibrate and other initiatives as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, supply chain management, logistics, business management or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an analyst, supply chain role or related position.
• Advanced skills with Office Suite applications (excel, access, etc.).
• Ability to use data science and analytics tools Power BI and TMW software is preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to develop actionable insights from data.
• Must be detail oriented and must be able to handle multiple priorities in a faced-paced environment

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
At Irving Woodlands , we take pride in our role as stewards of the land. Focused on rigorous and sustainable land management, Irving Woodlands is guided by an 80-year management plan that preserves the environmental and ecological integrity of our land, air, water and wildlife.
Irving Woodlands maintains an engaged team of over 1,600 employees, contractors, seasonal workers and students who are dedicated to research, conservation and continuously improving our forest management practices and long-term business results. Our multi-faceted team trains, develops and builds long-term, rewarding careers in all aspects of forestry, from tree nurseries and tree improvement to research and environmental management. Our forestry professionals, supported by our logistics and professional services group, are world-class and implement leading strategies in these areas: silviculture, planting, harvesting, trucking and logistics, operational and road construction, maintenance, technology, forest patrol and research. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work across any of our safety first, cutting-edge technology operations and land holdings located in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Maine.