Job Description
Job Summary
The Forecasting Analyst's goal will be to apply advanced econometric forecasting techniques to help generate TTX's business plan. The focus will be using economic forecasts that drive freight demand as variables to help project key operational metrics for TTX's fleet. In between forecasts, the Forecasting Analyst will continue to make improvements to the models by researching new techniques and testing new strategies to help boost forecast accuracy. The Forecasting Analyst will also clearly and concisely present forecast results in dashboards and help other team members understand results. This role will also provide periodic written analysis and create presentation materials that pertain to the forecast results. Work with other Marketing team members to understand the underlying freight industry to ensure a solid connection between the data and forecasts to the market.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Technical Skills
Analytical & Forecasting Skills
Industry Knowledge
Communication & Collaboration
Physical Job Requirements
(The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
General office environment; may be required to travel. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit (remain stationary within work area) and use hands to finger, handle, feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to move about (stand, walk). The employee must occasionally lift and / or transport up to 10 pounds. Correctable vision required for close, distance, and color vision capabilities.
The above job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
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About Us
TTX Company is a leading provider of railcars and related freight car management services to the North American rail industry. TTX's pool of railcars is ideal for supporting shippers in the intermodal, automotive, paper & forest, metals, machinery, wind energy and other markets where flatcars, boxcars and gondolas are required.
TTX's generous Total Rewards package includes Paid Time Off, Health, Dental and Vision benefits, and 401(k) with company match. This position participates in Railroad Retirement.
TTX Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
About the Team
What we do :
Provide reliable, cost effective an innovative railcar solutions for the markets we serve.
Marketing Analyst • USA, North Carolina, Charlotte