SUMMER EMPLOYMENT: Careers in Motion – Business Improvement Analyst Student – Summer 2022

This role is open to both students and co-op students.   

As a Careers in Motion (CIM) Business Improvement Analyst Student , you’ll live the CIM story every day. Gain exposure to a number of J.D. Irving businesses, especially in the transportation sector. Experience quick-hit training sessions that provide lifelong benefits. Our programs give you the opportunity to lead your own projects, adding to a portfolio you can leverage after graduation. The successful candidate thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, accuracy, and detail. In this position, you will work with the various key stakeholders in our businesses as required.

The Transportation and Logistics division of J.D. Irving, Inc. is comprised of a dynamic group of unique and successful businesses in the marine, railway and trucking sectors (www.jdirving.com). We are a recognized leader in freight movement and logistics services. We offer a fast-paced and progressive work environment, with exposure to a wide range of operational initiatives and a focus on the future through our business digitization initiatives. This position will be based in our Head Office in Saint John, N.B.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the diverse companies throughout the Transportation and Logistics Division
• Lead business improvement initiatives including process / operational improvements, digital transformations, or revenue generating projects
• Create, manage, and communicate project documentation to achieve objectives, including chartering, action plans / check ins and KPI tracking
• Conduct and utilize internal and external benchmarking to enhance internal processes for the business improvement team and our businesses
• Explore and characterize data available to business units/teams
• Serve as a data and/or analytic resource for initiative-based teams as required

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor in Business Administration or Computer Science or related discipline
• Positive academic standing
• Exceptional organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Experience working with Tableau or other data visualization and analytics tools like: SPSS, Alteryx, or Power BI would be considered an asset
• Attention to detail, ownership and willingness to seek and take on challenges

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about our products and services, click here.

Irving Transportation Services Limited is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.