Data Analyst

Company: Burtch Works
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Are you ready to be at the forefront of a transformation in the transportation and logistics industry? Echo is redefining how we do business by digitizing operations, and we're looking for a Data Analyst to join our Strategic Analytics department to help us lead the way. In this role, you won't just crunch numbers-you'll be a key player in driving decisions that shape the future of the company. You'll act as a trusted internal consultant, collaborating with a variety of teams to tackle strategic challenges and bring data-driven insights to life.Imagine working on projects like optimizing pricing strategies, automating complex invoicing workflows, or building simulations to test new business opportunities-all while directly impacting Echo's growth and efficiency. This is a role for someone who loves diving into data, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited about making a tangible difference. If you're curious, self-motivated, and eager to grow, we want you on our team!This role requires up to 1 day a week in office; the rest of the time is remote.What You'll Do

• Serve as an internal consultant to key stakeholders, understanding their strategic needs and structuring data solutions to support decision-making.
• Develop insights and automation strategies that drive business results, including past projects such as invoice process automation, pricing optimization, and self-service quoting tools.
• Play a pivotal role in Echo's digital transformation, using your skills to shape data strategy and influence the future of the company.Technical Requirements (with Examples)SQL (3+ years of daily use):

• Example: Write complex queries to extract and manipulate large datasets, optimize query performance, and ensure data accuracy for reports and dashboards.Python (1+ year of daily use):
  • Example: Use Python for data cleaning, analysis, and automation tasks. Build scripts for data transformation, create data pipelines, and integrate with APIs.Tableau (1+ year of frequent use):
    • Example: Design interactive dashboards and data visualizations that provide actionable insights for stakeholders. Manage data sources, publish dashboards, and set up regular extract refreshes.GitHub (1+ year of use preferred):
      • Example: Maintain version control for analytics projects, collaborate with team members on code, and document changes for future reference.Additional Desired Skills
        • Verbal Communication: Clearly articulate findings to a range of audiences using presentations, screenshots, and descriptions.
        • Written Communication: Effectively communicate insights through PowerPoint, emails, executive summaries, and blog-style posts.
        • Stakeholder Management: Understand business needs, manage timelines, anticipate additional work, drive projects to completion, and leverage cross-department resources.
        • Workload Management: Prioritize value-added work, manage personal workstreams, and proactively seek support or documentation as needed.
        • Systems Architecture: Understand the strengths and weaknesses of different tools/languages/frameworks and choose the right technology for each solution.
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