Freight Analyst (Entry-level)

Singapore - Singapore

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Location:

SingaporeSGP

Youll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possiblewhile learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. Were committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work at home or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Key Responsibilities

The Freight Analyst is a key contributor to optimizing Applied Materials global freight network. This entry-level role focuses on modeling and visualizing freight costs volumes and operational impacts resulting from process or network changes (e.g. shipment consolidation onboarding new carriers). In addition the position may support adjacent functions such as Finished Goods Distribution and Logistics Engineering & Automation. The role requires building a deep understanding of the companys freight network end-to-end logistics processes and system configurations to enable data-driven decision-making and drive continuous improvement.

Freight Analyst Functions:

Network Optimization: Develop and maintain models to analyze freight cost volume and operational impacts of network or process changes.
Process & Data Improvement: Identify process and data gaps recommend improvements (e.g. routing guide updates) and enhance data quality (e.g. collecting new carrier data).
Advanced Analytics: Collaborate with the Freight Analytics team to improve machine learning models for freight cost estimation volume forecasting and data cleansing.
Reporting & Visualization: Support the development of dashboards and reports to provide actionable insights for stakeholders.
Stakeholder Communication: Partner with freight operations finance supply chain and commercial teams to stay informed on upcoming rate changes carrier updates and supplier network adjustments.
System Implementation: Assist in implementing freight process and system enhancements.

Success Factors

Ability to think systemically and understand the impact of configuration changes on key freight metrics.
Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.
Highly adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
Proactive and self-driven with a strong sense of ownership and initiative.

Minimum Requirements: Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering or Data Analytics.

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complexity.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and visualization platforms (e.g. SQL Python Power BI/Tableau).
Proficiency in Excel eg. VBA goal seeking solver function
Excellent communication and presentation skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Knowledge of freight operations transportation networks and logistics processes is a bonus.
Familiarity with machine learning concepts is a plus.

Job Nature

Full Time Employee / Day Job
Location Based: Singapore
Travelling 10% based on project requirements

Job Grade:

B1/E1

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

New College Grad

Travel:

Yes 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin citizenship ancestry religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Who We AreApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips the brains of devices...