Business Analyst - Downers Grove - Matson Logistics

Description

Position at Matson Logistics, Inc

About Us

Matson Logistics is a leading provider of multimodal transportation, warehousing, and distribution services throughout North America. Known for our innovative solutions and financial strength and stability, Matson Logistics' people, processes, and systems work together to deliver superior performance and value to our customers every day. Click here to learn more about us

About the Role

We're looking for a Business Analyst - Logistics Vertical who is energized by data, curious about how systems work, and excited to make an immediate impact in a fast moving, mission critical environment. This role sits at the intersection of logistics, data, and technology, helping turn complex operational data into insights that drive smarter decisions and better outcomes. This is a great onsite opportunity in Downers Grove, IL

What you'll do:

As a Business Analyst supporting our logistics operations, you'll play a key role in translating data into actionable insights that improve efficiency, speed, and visibility across the organization.

• Analyze logistics and operational data to uncover trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Design, build, and maintain custom reporting solutions using Microsoft Access, pulling data from the miLogistx Oracle environment.
• Develop intuitive dashboards and visualizations using Power BI and collaborate on Tableau initiatives as needed.
• Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and validate data with a strong focus on accuracy and performance.
• Maintain and enhance existing Access databases (including MLHU reporting tools) while helping transition legacy solutions to modern BI platforms.
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into clear, effective reporting solutions.
• Collaborate with the data services team as logistics data becomes available in the data lake, helping enable Power BI adoption and training users on new reporting capabilities.
• Document data sources, business rules, and report logic to ensure transparency and continuity.

How you'll Make an Impact

• Accelerate time to market by delivering flexible, self service reporting without heavy reliance on development teams.
• Improve decision making through clear, trusted, and actionable analytics.
• Help advance Matson's analytics maturity by supporting the shift from legacy tools to scalable, modern BI solutions.
• Enable operational teams with the data they need to serve customers reliably and efficiently.

You have these skills:

• Experience with ETL processes, data warehousing concepts, or MySQL.
• Knowledge of Python, VBA, or other scripting/automation tools.
• Familiarity with Power Automate, RPA workflows, or automation escalation processes.
• Exposure to AI technologies and their application in business analytics.

And these qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Logistics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or Data Analyst required, preferably in the logistics or supply chain domain.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Access, Power BI, and SQL; experience with Tableau strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of relational databases and the ability to quickly learn Oracle ERP data structures.
• Experience with logistics KPIs, operational metrics, and data quality best practices.
• Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Clear communicator who can translate technical concepts for non technical partners.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• This is an office based role requiring prolonged periods of sitting and the ability to work at a computer. Occasional lifting (up to 10 lbs.) may be required. Standard vision, hearing, and manual dexterity appropriate for office based analytical work are necessary.

Career Growth & Development at Matson:

At Matson, we invest in our people for the long term. This role offers meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your influence, and shape the future of logistics analytics within a company that values stability, innovation, and internal mobility.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Deepen your technical expertise across Power BI, data lakes, automation tools, and modern analytics platforms as Matson continues to invest in its data ecosystem.
• Expand beyond reporting into solution design, analytics strategy, and process improvement initiatives that directly impact business outcomes.
• Partner closely with cross functional teams in Logistics, Technology Services, and Data Services, building visibility and influence across the organization.
• Be part of the evolution from legacy Access based solutions to enterprise level BI and analytics, gaining experience that prepares you for senior analyst or analytics leadership roles.
• Access ongoing learning, mentorship, and exposure to emerging technologies-including AI enabled analytics and automation-as Matson looks toward the future.
• Whether you're looking to become a senior technical analyst, move into analytics leadership, or broaden into business systems or data strategy roles, Matson provides a supportive environment where your growth is encouraged and your contributions are valued.

At Matson Logistics, we're looking for people to build a unified team to maintain our values of trust, integrity, and reliability. We welcome people who think rigorously and thoughtfully challenge assumptions.

The annual salary range is posted for this position in Illinois. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.

Matson offers medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits as well as a wide variety of other benefits to employees and their families. These benefits options include life insurance, supplemental life insurance, paid leaves of absence, and long-term disability insurance, as well as more specialized benefits such as emergency childcare, death and dismemberment insurance, prepaid legal services, and adoption assistance. Matson offers a 401k with employer matching and profit sharing, along with 9 paid holidays, 5 sick days and a tiered PTO plan. More information on our benefits can be found here.

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Matson is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, AIDS/HIV status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including, but not limited to, the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

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