Supply Chain Specialist

Insight Global is looking for a Supply Chain Specialist for a client in Tempe, AZ.Supply Chain Specialist Location: Tempe, AZ - onsiteDuration: 4-month contract with potential for extensions and conversionPay Rate: $21/hrMust HavesBachelor’s degree required, preferably Supply Chain or Business 1+ year working with computers/Microsoft OfficeStrong Excel skillsStrong written and verbal communicationComfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlinesAble to analyze data, identify trends/issues, and communicate findingsNice to HavesPrevious supply chain/logistics experienceScripting knowledgeJob Responsibilities: Support day-to-day freight and transportation operationsCommunicate with carriers, vendors, suppliers, and internal teamsPull and analyze data from multiple databases using Excel/data management systemsCreate ad hoc reports and publish performance metricsIdentify root causes behind operational issues/defectsAnalyze trends and recommend process improvementsEscalate data discrepancies/issues and follow through to resolutionSummarize weekly findings, variances to goals, and key insights for review meetings*Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.