Job Description

There\xe2\x80\x99s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We\xe2\x80\x99re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose \xe2\x80\x93 Connecting People, Uniting the World \xe2\x80\x93 is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we\xe2\x80\x99re growing \xe2\x80\x93 in the years ahead, we\xe2\x80\x99ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

We\xe2\x80\x99re not just in the business of transporting people. We\xe2\x80\x99re also in the business of moving cargo. As a major provider of air freight services, our Cargo team transports everyday electronics and automotive parts, to perishable goods, life-saving organs, vaccines and even baby formula. And in turn, we help keep businesses, communities, and global economies running. With so many career options \xe2\x80\x93 from Marketing to Finance, Logistics to Data Analytics, and more \xe2\x80\x93 you can build a career within a career and gain exposure to so many areas of our airline\xe2\x80\x99s important role in the global supply chain. Join our team and watch your uniquely United career journey unfold.

To be a key member of Cargo Logistics Team that is responsible for $80+ Million of Road Feed Service (RFS) spend. This position is regionally responsible for strategic enhancements, optimization and oversight of United\'s Road Feeder Service (RFS) including compliance, process improvement, operational performance and cost controls.

Key Responsibilities:

RFS Oversight and Optimization

• Strategic forecasting/planning models and strategies to support achievement of optimization of RFS trucking network
• Develop, maintain and continuously improve analytical insights and solutions to ensure RFS Compliance for Global Operations team
• Develop, maintain and continuously improve analytical insights and solutions to drive RFS operational performance improvements and cost mitigation

Road Feeder Service (RFS) Regional Responsibility

• Collaborate with regional cargo operations, revenue management and sales colleagues to optimize RFS usage and movements to drive business, operational and cost efficiencies
• Collaborate regularly with local truck carrier partners to ensure operational success
• Ensure strong compliance of all RFS policy and procedures
• Partner with local cargo operations colleagues and service partners to ensure RFS operational success
• Leverage analytical tools to drive successful decisions which create operational improvement and drive KPI compliance

Note: This position provides a hybrid work arrangement including days worked onsite at our Chicago office and remotely. This position will require approximately 10% of domestic and international travel.

Qualifications

What\xe2\x80\x99s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the \xe2\x80\x9cdesired\xe2\x80\x9d qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience
• 1 to 3+ years of experience in data analysis, forecasting or related field
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
• Knowledge of MS Office Skills, Operations and/or Project Management
• Team Leadership
• Ability to influence
• Analytical approach, data analysis skillset
• Analytical Tool Proficiency (SQL, Spotfire, Tableau, STAT, R, etc.)

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• MBA or Advanced degree in Analytics or Finance
• 3+ years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
• Financial Reporting and Budgetary Knowledge Preferred
• Ability to present analytical ability effectively

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact to request accommodation.

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