Data Analyst (Transportation & Logistics)

Trident Consulting, one of the fastest-growing IT staffing and services firms in the nation. We are currently seeking a "Data Analyst (Transportation & Logistics)" for one of our industry leading clients.

Please find additional details about the role below:

Role: Data Analyst (Transportation & Logistics)

Location: Irwindale, CA (Onsite)

Duration: W2 Contract (20-30 hour a week)

Description:

• Broad knowledge in appropriate field, usually obtained through extensive training and work experience.
• Typically possesses two or more years’ experience in the field performing analysis or five or more years’ experience performing related functions requiring specialized training and education.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities/Workload:

• Collect, consolidate, and analyze data related to trucking operations, contract carriers, and material movement.
• Develop and maintain reports using Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and other advanced functions).
• Pull data from systems such as Samsara and SAP to evaluate truck frequencies, equipment utilization, and material delivery volumes.
• Support the implementation of Proof of Delivery solutions for mailing service drivers, including leading small-scale projects as needed.
• Provide recommendations based on data analysis to improve efficiency, cost savings, and utilization of resources.
• Perform ad hoc analyses and reporting to address emerging business needs.
• Complete administrative tasks to support category management and overall trucking operations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and clarity of reporting and project deliverables.

Required Skills/Attributes:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and related functions required).
• Experience working with transportation or logistics data preferred.
• Familiarity with systems such as Samsara and SAP strongly desired.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a part-time, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we’ve specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics , supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio . With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent , we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success. Learn more: tridentconsultinginc.com.

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• Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco.
• Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe.
• Received the TechServe Excellence award.
• Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America.
• Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022.