Material Control Analyst jobs in Chicago, IL

Fleet Analyst

The Fleet Analyst utilizes reporting tools and dashboards to manage the lifecycles of company and customer equipment. They ensure the company fleet is optimized and primed for revenue growth and cost control. They provide value through analysis and improvement recommendations in the following areas: Maintenance contract management, asset life management, proactive modification of usage parameters and cost control for assets. Communication with internal management, technicians, and other internal administrative staff is consistently required to facilitate ongoing internal process and training enhancements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts research and analytical studies on a variety of programs and issues; formulates strategic recommendations and prepares reports and correspondence on the same.
• Regularly supports Service, Rental, and Asset Administration Teams to affect achievement of tactical and strategic opportunities and provides additional initiatives to further enhance company efficiencies and financial performance.
• Prescribes actions to ensure availability of rental and used equipment assets to attain financial growth targets.
• Utilizes reporting tools and dashboards for equipment and fleet analyses.
• Communicates with technicians, management, and administrative staff regarding equipment maintenance decisions.
• Conducts cost/benefit analysis and/or breakeven analysis for various projects.
• Develops recommendations for cost reductions based on the same.
• Communicates with internal management and technical support to facilitate internal process and training enhancements.
• Performs related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Extensive programming knowledge of Excel and Power BI or similar data analysis program required. Experience manipulating large datasets is a must.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of business organization and management.
• Knowledge of the organization and functions of a business operation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
• Extensive knowledge of asset lifecycles and their relationship to operational and financial outcomes.
• Skilled in developing accurate and concise reports using a variety of data analytics software programs.
• Ability to make objective decisions based on technical research.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work, and use good time management skills.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical data.
• Ability to facilitate meetings and demonstrates comfortability speaking to large groups.

Education & Experience

This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field or a minimum of 5 years industry related experience. Must possess excellent computer skills, solid oral and written communication skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.