Technical Engineer I

Job Description:

We are looking for a proactive and analytical Technical Analyst to support our supply chain operations through data-driven insights and analysis. This role will focus on optimizing transportation, warehousing, and other supply chain processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, programming skills and experience in logistics or supply chain functions, particularly with data integration, analysis and reporting. You will work closely with the SCM and logistics teams to track key performance indicators (KPIs), evaluate process improvements, and contribute to strategic decision-making that drives operational success.

Job Description

• Data Collection & Analysis: Gather, analyze, and interpret data from transportation, warehousing, and other supply chain functions to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Reporting: Develop and distribute regular reports on key logistics metrics, such as inventory turnover, order fulfillment rates, transportation costs, and warehousing efficiency.
• Process Improvement: Work with logistics ops teams to implement process improvements aimed at reducing costs, optimizing inventory levels, and enhancing delivery performance.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Analyze end-to-end supply chain activities to identify areas for cost reduction, time savings, and improved resource utilization.
• Vendor Performance Analysis: Assess and report on the performance of carriers and suppliers. Track metrics such as on-time delivery, transit times, and service quality.
• Inventory Management Support: Collaborate with warehousing and inventory teams to monitor stock levels, optimize storage space, and minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• Cost-Benefit Analysis: Conduct detailed cost-benefit analyses to assess transportation modes, warehousing options, and inventory levels to support strategic planning and budget allocation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the transportation, warehousing, and procurement teams to align logistics strategies with overall business objectives.
• Technology Utilization: Use tools such as transportation management systems (OTM), and ERP software (Netsuite) to enhance logistics tracking and reporting.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to identify new opportunities for logistics efficiency.
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or a related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in logistics analysis, transportation, or supply chain management.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau) and experience with logistics software (OTM).
• Demonstrated ability to work with large datasets, generate actionable insights, and effectively communicate findings.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, including inventory management, warehousing, and transportation logistics.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for presenting data insights to cross-functional teams.
• Object oriented Programming experience (Python, Java etc)
  

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. Its a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.