Sr. Analytics Specialist

As an Analytics Specialist, you will research, develop, and implement advanced quantitative models to improve operating efficiency, reduce cost and increase revenue. You will have direct contact with business partners and participate in identifying business requirements, collecting and performing big data analysis, developing models, and generating reports to address business needs.

Requirements

• A graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in industrial engineering, statistics, operations research, or a related engineering and management discipline from an accredited University in the US
• Strong analytical abilities and problem solving skills
• Strong knowledge of predictive data mining techniques
• Experience in big data analysis, developing, verification/validation, and deployment of quantitative models
• Knowledge of simulation software, e.g. AnyLogic
• Experience with statistical software/data mining tools, e.g. R
• Experience with SQL and relational databases
• Experience with an object-oriented programming language, e.g. Java
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral presentations and written reports
• Good interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of commercial optimization solvers, i.e. CPLEX, is a plus
• Knowledge of software development methodology is a plus
• Candidates with experience in transportation industry are preferred.