Supply Chain Analyst – Transportation and Data Analytics

Are you someone who enjoys solving problems, digging into data, and finding clarity in complex operational challenges? Do you thrive in environments where no two days look exactly the same, and where success often comes from balancing analytical thinking with responsiveness, adaptability, and teamwork? Are you the type of person who takes ownership, follows through, and is always looking for ways to improve the experience for both customers and coworkers?

If so, Vortex® may be the right fit for you.

We are looking for a talented individual to join our Supply Chain team as a Supply Chain Analyst. In this role, you will support a wide range of transportation, reporting, and operational analytics responsibilities that help ensure the smooth flow of products and information throughout our supply chain. From monitoring data integrity and developing reporting tools to coordinating shipments and resolving logistics issues, this role plays an important part in supporting visibility, decision-making, and the exceptional customer experience Vortex is known for.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Monitor, validate, and improve data accuracy within business systems to support effective supply chain decision-making 
• Investigate data discrepancies, determine root causes, and drive practical long-term solutions
• Monitor inbound purchase orders, receipts, and shipment activity to ensure timely and accurate flow of information 
• Assist with coordinating international shipments including ocean, air, and parcel movements while helping manage exceptions and delays
• Develop and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and data analysis to support supply chain visibility and decision-making
• Serve as a key user within the supply chain planning system by monitoring data integrity, troubleshooting discrepancies, and supporting daily system operations
• Review transportation-related charges and documentation for accuracy and assist with freight claim resolution
• Build strong working relationships with suppliers and logistics partners through clear communication, responsiveness, and collaboration 
• Analyze supply chain and transportation data to identify trends, visibility gaps, and opportunities for operational improvement
• Partner with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal teams to proactively identify and resolve transportation and supply chain issues 
• Support additional supply chain and logistics responsibilities as business needs evolve
• Other duties as assigned

• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Associate degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, charts, graphs, and lookups
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with and interpret large datasets to identify discrepancies, trends, and process improvement opportunities
• General understanding of supply chain operations including planning, purchasing and procurement, inventory flow, and transportation/logistics
• A self-starter who takes the initiative to drive projects forward with little direction
• Detail oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and data integrity
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and continuous change
• Able to effectively prioritize workload and manage competing internal and external requests 
• Highly service oriented with a strong focus on supporting internal teams and external partners
• Demonstrates curiosity, initiative, and a desire for ongoing growth and learning
• Able to work effectively both collaboratively and independently
• Experience working with ERP, planning, or business reporting systems and an understanding of how integrated business data supports supply chain operations and decision-making

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience with Power BI or similar reporting and data visualization tools preferred
• Experience working with transportation, logistics, or supply chain reporting and analytics
• Experience working with ERP or planning system data maintenance and reporting
• Experience creating or maintaining operational reports, dashboards, or data analysis tools

When you join Team Vortex, you’ll enjoy:

• Great health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k), life insurance and short- and long-term disability
• Employee Ownership Opportunities
• Various onsite amenities including a fitness center, a nature preserve with walking trails and dog friendly work areas
• Neighboring daycare facility
• Casual and flexible work environment
• Employee discounts on industry leading products

What’s it like to join Team Vortex?

From the production floor to the repair room, from consumer sales to new product development, we’re a growing team of makers and doers, working together to give our customers an experience they’ll never forget. Our employees thrive in situations that require demonstrating our core values:

• About You
• Customer is King
• Willingness to Shovel Snow
• Be the Buffalo

Every Vortex product that leaves our door is covered by our Very Important Promise (VIP) Warranty. The Vortex VIP Warranty simply means, if you ever have a concern, issue or want to order a Vortex product, you will be met with a customer experience that will exceed all expectations! Our promise is unlimited, unconditional and lasts a lifetime. Whether your Vortex role is in Sales, Customer Service, IT, Marketing, Finance, NPD or Operations, every day starts with supporting that promise and PUTTING THE CUSTOMER FIRST!

*Must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.

*This is a full-time, onsite position working in Barneveld, WI.