Analyst 1 at LG Electronics in Huntsville, AL

Summary: LG Electronics is a global leader in technology dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Analyst I to join their Service Parts and Logistics teams, where the role involves collecting and interpreting logistics data, building models and dashboards, and delivering insights to drive operational improvement. Responsibilities: - Collect, clean, and validate logistics and transportation data, including shipments, freight rates, carrier performance, inventory levels, and lead times - Develop and maintain Excel-based models and dashboards to support cost analysis, route and mode evaluations, and scenario planning - Support network optimization initiatives such as SLA management, consolidation, and capacity planning by providing data inputs and basic modeling - Conduct root-cause analyses of service issues and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders - Prepare concise slide decks, reports, and visualizations to communicate insights to managers and operations teams - Monitor KPIs including freight spend, error rates, and cost per shipment, and identify trends or anomalies - Develop forecast simulations to support planning and decision-making - Support ad-hoc analyses and continuous improvement initiatives as needed Required Qualifications: - Collect, clean, and validate logistics and transportation data, including shipments, freight rates, carrier performance, inventory levels, and lead times - Develop and maintain Excel-based models and dashboards to support cost analysis, route and mode evaluations, and scenario planning - Support network optimization initiatives such as SLA management, consolidation, and capacity planning by providing data inputs and basic modeling - Conduct root-cause analyses of service issues and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders - Prepare concise slide decks, reports, and visualizations to communicate insights to managers and operations teams - Monitor KPIs including freight spend, error rates, and cost per shipment, and identify trends or anomalies - Develop forecast simulations to support planning and decision-making - Support ad-hoc analyses and continuous improvement initiatives as needed - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Statistics, or a related field - 0–3 years of professional experience in logistics, supply chain, business analytics, or consulting, with internships potentially counting toward experience - Solid working knowledge of Excel, including familiarity with pivot tables and basic data modeling Preferred Qualifications: - Exposure to import or domestic shipping operations is a plus - Some exposure to project management tools or methodologies is beneficial - Professional logistics certifications (e.g., CSCP, CLTD) or progress towards are preferred but not required - Basic understanding of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is beneficial - Awareness of logistics-specific software such as TMS or WMS is a plus Required Skills: Logistics data analysis, Excel modeling, KPI monitoring Important Skills: ERP systems knowledge, Logistics certifications Nice-to-Have Skills: Root-cause analysis, Presentation skills, Project management exposure Benefits: No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits., Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options., Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time., Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role)., Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life., Personal fitness goal incentives., Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities., Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.