Senior Business Intelligence Analyst

Senior Business Intelligence Analyst – C.H. Robinson

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst to join our Intermodal (IMDL) Advanced Analytics team. The role blends technical expertise, analytical rigor and business acumen to deliver insights, uncover trends, and guide data‑driven strategies across the organization.

Location:

Chicago, IL / Minneapolis, MN / Kansas City, MO

• Leverage internal and external data sources to uncover business opportunities, emerging risks, and performance trends that shape strategic priorities.
• Apply statistical techniques and business logic to translate complex data into clear insights that drive confident, data‑informed decisions.
• Communicate findings through concise, narrative‑driven storytelling tailored to executive and operational audiences.
• Architect and maintain dynamic dashboards, KPIs, and self‑service analytics tools using platforms like Power BI or Tableau.
• Partner with data engineers to optimize data pipelines, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and seamless data integration.
• Continuously improve reporting frameworks to support evolving business strategies.
• Data profiling, exploratory work, prototyping, visual development, initial data structuring.
• Build initial application prototypes rapidly and accurately.
• Adapt applications based on feedback.
• Domain buildout, validation, and rework.
• Update and maintain standard library of visualization packages and reporting for future prototyping.
• Using agile processes, take in reviewed work through work management tools such as Jira, Service Now, Zen Hub or Azure Dev Ops (ADO) boards.
• Maintain current portfolio of dashboards and reporting utilizing current organizational tools.
• Present and deliver analytical value through business intelligence and collaboration.
• Network by building relationships and consulting to bring solutions to life.
• Collaborate with internal analytical teams to develop predictive solutions in tandem.
• Act as a liaison between analytics, technology, and business units to translate data needs into technical solutions.
• Support change management efforts by training users on new BI tools and data literacy.
• Uphold data integrity by implementing validation protocols and conducting regular audits.
• Contribute to the development of data standards, documentation, and metadata management.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure alignment with compliance and privacy standards.

• 5+ years of analytics experience developing business solutions using comprehensive, robust data assets.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience and a high school diploma/GED.

• Advanced proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases like Postgres.
• Basic to intermediate statistical knowledge (regression, clustering, decision trees, etc.).
• Demonstrated advanced ability to work with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with cloud‑based data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Azure, AWS).
• Proficiency with Python, R, or other scripting languages for data analysis.
• Understanding of data governance, data modeling, and ETL processes.
• Experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation industries.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable integrating generative AI tools into analytical workflows.
• Effective communicator and data/reporting/business liaison through multiple mediums.
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• A willing teacher/mentor who also responds positively to feedback from leaders and colleagues.

$77,000.00 – $

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top‑tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans, which include:
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Enhanced fertility benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental and vision
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Short‑term and…