Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We highly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, race, disability, or background. If you need any accommodations during the application process, feel free to contact us ataccessibility@challenger.com. Our aim is to ensure a welcoming and accessible experience for every applicant.
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Join a company that values individual career growth and organizational advancement. Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is proud to be a Platinum Club Member in Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies. Our success stems from our dedicated professionals who work diligently towards our common goal - to maintain leadership in safety, technology, and analysis.
Challenger's growth from a single visionary with a truck to an international transportation and supply chain management company over 40 years is a testament to our commitment to excellence.
Package Includes:
- A dynamic learning environment fostering individual career progression
- An innovative culture where all ideas are valued
- Supportive mentors offering guidance and independence in managing pricing projects
- A collaborative team environment
- Competitive total rewards package with company-paid benefits and retirement savings plan
- Sponsorship for professional memberships and certifications
- Engaging assignments utilizing advanced MS Excel and Knime analytics skills
- Frequent opportunities for cross-functional collaboration
- Contribution to corporate goals
- Enhancement of time management skills through dealing with competing deadlines
- Building strong business relationships internally and externally
- Standard office hours: Monday to Friday, approximately 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
We are dedicated to safeguarding the health, safety, and well-being of our employees through company-wide best practices, including health questionnaires, virtual meetings, social distancing, and enhanced cleaning protocols.
Role Overview:
As a vital member of our Yield Management Team, the Yield Analyst plays a key role in maximizing profitability for Challenger across all divisions, specifically focusing on closed van full truckload shipments. This entails conducting in-depth analysis, collaborating with Operations for solutions, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced team setting. The Yield Analyst also spearheads customer-specific design and optimization efforts. We are seeking a candidate with exceptional analytical skills, the ability to simplify complex data, and a passion for teamwork across functions.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Yield Analysis:
- Utilize in-house software for lane analysis and action plan development to enhance profitability on a per-lane, per-customer, and overall network basis
- Design customer-specific lane optimizations to maximize profitability within service capabilities
- Enhance demand forecasting and capacity allocation to maximize asset utilization
- Lead annual pricing review analysis for major customers
- Lead Strategic Pricing Initiatives:
- Manage high-priority pricing requests with significant impact on network profitability
- Collaborate with various teams on new network directives to drive profitability
- Specialist in Pricing Tools:
- Enhance pricing tools with updated cost inputs for an automated pricing process
- Utilize analytics software like Alteryx, Knime, etc.
- Revenue Quality Management Reporting:
- Provide regular updates on revenue metrics to key stakeholders across the closed-van network
- Monitor KPIs and recommend strategies to improve key indicators
- Support operational initiatives with data analysis
- Project Management:
- Lead projects to improve profitability, collaborating with stakeholders
- Manage customer RFPs requiring yield analysis
- Develop action plans to enhance revenue quality
- Create efficient workflows and drive continuous process improvement
- Present data summaries for internal stakeholders
- Collaborate closely with analytical colleagues to optimize network balance
- Engage actively with cross-functional teams to ensure cost considerations in analysis
- Demonstrate exceptional customer service to internal teams and customers
- Initiate process improvements and issue resolutions
- Go the extra mile to ensure team success and deliver exceptional work
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
- Proficiency in MS Excel with a proven track record of leveraging its full potential
- Experience with Knime, Alteryx, or similar workflow software is a plus
- Education in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field
- Transportation knowledge/experience or strong interest in optimization
- Advanced MS Office Suite skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Quick learner with excellent time management skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Capability to work independently and handle challenging situations
- Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to deadlines
If you are seeking to join a leading transportation company and be part of a results-driven team that is committed to exceeding customer expectations, the role of Yield Analyst might be the perfect fit for you.
No phone inquiries, please. We appreciate all applications, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is fully dedicated to workplace diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and indigenous peoples. By submitting your resume, you consent to Challenger Motor Freight Inc. sharing this information across its divisions for potential employment opportunities.