Logistics Project Analyst - Atlanta, GA

Job ID:  489567

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry’s well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Job Summary

The Project Analyst is a key role within the logistics team and will be responsible for supporting logistics initiatives across Oldcastle APG with a focus on systems and technology.  The position will coordinate with both internal and external customers to successfully manage and implement new or enhanced technologies impacting both our private fleet and third-party carriers in the areas of operations, safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead/support logistics projects and initiatives including the development and management of project planning, team accountability and identification of potential gaps and roadblocks
• Complete business process reviews including process mapping to understand current business state and identify opportunities and strategies for alignment to best practice
• Act as a liaison between our vendors and internal partners to ensure technical and business requirements are met and continuous improvement opportunities are identified and implemented   
• Develop and coordinate training using multi- media sources to properly educate and train users in logistics technologies
• Provide scheduled project status reporting to key stakeholders detailing timeline, completed and upcoming tasks and roadblocks
• Prioritize and manage project issue log including ownership and accountability
• Other duties as assigned

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related concentration preferred
• 1+ years of experience in logistics or transportation required
• Planning experience in Oracle Transportation Management preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal) with key stakeholders
• Ability to work independently with the strong prioritization and time management skills; must be able to work within tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to prepare and analyze data, communicate electronically, and assist in the preparation of documents and presentations
• Willingness to learn various programs and software to enable scalability and ability to create efficiencies across functions
• Ability to travel up to 50%

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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