Analyst, Office of the Chairman & CEO

Recruiter
XPO Logistics
Location
Greenwich
Salary
Competitive
Posted
15 Dec 2018
Closes
21 Dec 2018
Job Title
Director
Category
Sales
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Logistics done differently.

At XPO Logistics, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. As the dedicated Analyst for the Chairman and CEO, you will provide high-quality research, executive summaries and meeting notes to aid in the growth of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should type super-fast and produce a high level of output, possess exceptional intellectual capacity and excellent communication skills, and be willing to give a multiyear commitment to the position. You must have the stamina to focus on consistently delivering impactful research on a multitude of subjects while producing clear, concise and accurate notes. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work, and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What you'll do on a typical day:

  • Take notes on calls and during meetings, and distill information into executive summaries
  • Summarize research on various topics of interest for the CEO
  • Investigate industry trends, important news events and professional publications for meaningful insights
  • Integrate information from multiple sources to develop insights to support organizational growth
  • Continuously improve research and analytical capability by discovering new outlets and channels for business intelligence
  • Travel to business meetings with the CEO as needed

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Exceptional intelligence with a quick, flexible mind
  • Excellent written communication skills with the ability to write concise, accurate summaries
  • A willingness to work long hours
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Office 365
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality surrounding company materials and information
  • An "always-on" approach to work and your availability, including ability to work weekends and holidays as needed (with time off in lieu)
  • A typing speed of at least 80 wpm is needed to keep up with the pace and volume of prioritized work (100+ wpm is highly desirable); we encourage you to review and practice your typing skills throughout your application process here:

It'd be great if you also have:

  • 2 or more years of experience conducting research and analyses in a corporate environment, including relevant internship experience
  • Strong organizational skills, with an extraordinary ability to multitask
  • A "no job is too big or too small" attitude

Be part of something big. #ZR6 #LI-YR1

XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world's most successful companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L'Or??al, Toyota and many others. We're the fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and we're just getting started.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.