What are the responsibilities and job description for the Studies Expert position at APL?
APL, one of the world's leading ocean carriers, offers more than 90 weekly services and call ports in over 50 countries worldwide and provides container transportation through an international shipping network which combines high-quality intermodal operations with advanced technology, equipment and e-commerce. APL is part of the CMA CGM Group, a leading worldwide shipping & logistics group with headquarters in Marseilles, France. The Group offers a complete range of activities including shipping, handling facilities in port as well as logistics on land.
Position Summary:
The Studies Expert is to support the Line Manager in achieving APL’s annual budget and ensure business data and reporting needs are met. Through performing detailed analytics around Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), financial results, and market analysis this position will support APL’s strategic direction and drive results.
Essential Functions and Duties:
Prepare reports and presentations by collecting data and analyzing information and trends
Monitor Key Performance Indicators and highlight challenges/opportunities
Improve reporting processes and automate tasks to improve productivity and better support the Line Manager and Trade team
Develop data quality metrics and utilize analysis skills for strategic change recommendations
Support the APL Line Manager in preparing and defending financial results (results, forecasts, budget)
Support the APL Line Manager in taking corrective actions to reach the budget
Support the APL Line Manager and Trade team to conduct market identification and analysis
Conduct insightful ad hoc studies in alignment with the APL Line Manager to improve profitability, propose new developments, and improve profitability
Work as central communicator between APL Senior Management, Trade, Operations and the Group Network to ensure alignment on the priorities defined by APL Line Manager
Ensure business data and reporting needs are met.
Education, Experience, & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree required
Master’s Degree preferred
5-10 years general experience
5-10 years industry experience
6-8 years of work experience in the shipping & logistics industry.
2-3 years of business intelligence & marketing experience is preferred.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Position Summary:
The Studies Expert is to support the Line Manager in achieving APL’s annual budget and ensure business data and reporting needs are met. Through performing detailed analytics around Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), financial results, and market analysis this position will support APL’s strategic direction and drive results.
Essential Functions and Duties:
Prepare reports and presentations by collecting data and analyzing information and trends
Monitor Key Performance Indicators and highlight challenges/opportunities
Improve reporting processes and automate tasks to improve productivity and better support the Line Manager and Trade team
Develop data quality metrics and utilize analysis skills for strategic change recommendations
Support the APL Line Manager in preparing and defending financial results (results, forecasts, budget)
Support the APL Line Manager in taking corrective actions to reach the budget
Support the APL Line Manager and Trade team to conduct market identification and analysis
Conduct insightful ad hoc studies in alignment with the APL Line Manager to improve profitability, propose new developments, and improve profitability
Work as central communicator between APL Senior Management, Trade, Operations and the Group Network to ensure alignment on the priorities defined by APL Line Manager
Ensure business data and reporting needs are met.
Education, Experience, & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree required
Master’s Degree preferred
5-10 years general experience
5-10 years industry experience
6-8 years of work experience in the shipping & logistics industry.
2-3 years of business intelligence & marketing experience is preferred.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong time management, attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure and produce quality results
- Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing with strong presentation skills
- Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Project Management skills
- Ability to problem solve and deal with ambiguity
- Experience in data analytics required
