Business Analyst, Global Supply Chain & Transportation Procurement

As a Business Analyst within the Global Supply Chain and Transportation Procurement (GSCTP) organization, you will drive data-driven insights across transportation spend analytics and procurement optimization. This role combines deep analytical capabilities with strategic sourcing expertise to optimize transportation costs, improve operational efficiency, and support procurement decisions across all transportation modes.

Key job responsibilities

• Lead strategic transportation procurement initiatives including RFP analysis, bid optimization, and rate card development while providing data-driven insights for carrier negotiations.
• Analyse complex transportation spend data and market conditions across modes to identify cost savings opportunities, spending patterns, and develop strategic sourcing recommendations.
• Design, build and maintain automated dashboards and scorecards tracking key performance metrics including carrier compliance, service levels, and contract performance.
• Partner with procurement teams to optimize carrier selection and lane assignments, translating complex analytical findings into actionable recommendations.
• Support leadership decision-making through deep-dive analysis of transportation trends, market dynamics, and operational performance metrics.

About the team GSCTP is a global team responsible for procurement related activities which include supporting and/or leading small to large scale sourcing events and contract negotiations. Works closely with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and to ensure that all supplier related activities meet cost, capacity and service goals. Basic qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Experience defining requirements and using data and metrics to draw business insights
• Experience with SQL or ETL
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Knowledge of and proficiency in Excel and SQL
• Experience demonstrating strong analytical abilities and confidence in the use of data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred qualifications
• Experience using very large datasets
• Experience with AI/ML technologies
• Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Quick Sight, Tableau, Power BI or other BI packages
• Experience in data analysis and reporting
• Experience in transportation operations and industry knowledge
• Academic projects or internship experience in data analysis, supply chain, or procurement

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, TN, Nashville - 50,200.00 - 87,900.00 USD annually