Asset Analyst

Position: Asset Analyst

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Schedule: Onsite Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Asset Analyst to join our operations team. This role is critical in managing and optimizing asset-related inventory, reconciling data, supporting internal teams, and cultivating strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite, a keen analytical mindset, and experience in transportation, distribution, or related industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and track asset inventory, including oversight of trailers across the Forward Air network.
• Coordinate with terminals on trailer allocations and manage customer requirements for one-way moves within the network.
• Audit and reconcile weekly and monthly allocation reports; communicate discrepancies and updates to terminals and brokerage teams.
• Develop and maintain recurring operational reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Support internal stakeholders with asset data, usage metrics, and analytics to drive efficiency and decision-making.
• Assist in managing vendor relationships related to asset utilization and procurement.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with company asset management procedures.
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in transportation, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing industries preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, reliability, and professional ethics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, reconcile, and analyze complex data sets.

Technical Skills:

• Microsoft Excel (Advanced): Proven ability to create and maintain complex spreadsheets, use advanced formulas (e.g., VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, pivot tables, conditional formatting), and analyze data efficiently.
• Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient in Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint for documentation, communication, and reporting.
• Familiarity with AS400 systems and other Management Information Systems (MIS) is a plus.

Soft Skills & Competencies:

• Strong “can-do” attitude with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills; able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective working relationships across departments.

• Strong problem-solving capabilities with a continuous improvement mindset.

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