Sr Director - Analyst, Logistics Technologies

About this role:

Gartner is seeking a supply chain technology analyst with experience in logistics systems and solutions including but not limited to enterprise Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Real-time Transportation Visibility Solutions. The role will drive new thought-leading research around the tools, solutions, and technologies that can solve our supply chain clients’ business challenges as it relates to logistics and distribution. The research will be targeted to supply chain technology leaders, logistics leaders, chief supply chain officers, heads of SC strategy, and software provider and services leaders.

The key activities performed include client advisory calls, conducting research, producing pragmatic and provocative written content, presenting at Gartner events, and supporting sales by speaking with prospective clients to demonstrate Gartner subject-matter expertise. The role also requires collaboration with peers, partnering on research and writing, and participation in research communities to develop thought leading insights.

What you’ll do: 

• Provide actionable advice to business and technology clients on the best options to prepare a business case, identify potential vendors, evaluate, select, and implement transportation and logistics systems, solutions, and technologies to solve their mission critical priorities.
• Research and write about the changing vendor marketplace for logistics systems and solutions and emerging ecosystems, architecture, and business models. Proficiency in developing visual aids through graphics and converting written content to presentation materials is an important attribute for this role.
• Advise our business and technology clients on selection of specialty consultants and systems integrators.
• Contribute to Gartner-wide research and ideation on the evolution of current and emerging logistics systems and related technologies, including creation of Magic Quadrants and Market Guides.
• Prepare and deliver high-value presentations and other materials at Gartner Events, industry and professional association conferences, and client briefings. 
• Support sales as a part of the Gartner Supply Chain sales cycle
• Conduct on-site or virtual advisory sessions with clients such as facilitated strategy development, virtual workshops, or moderate forums. 
• Provide high quality and timely review of peer’s research and support team members.
• Lead or participate in research community meetings to discuss research issues and collaborate effectively with peers to develop thought-leading or trending research and advice.
• Drive client demand for your personal analysis and presentations. Develop a personal Gartner brand that showcases your area of expertise. Develop credibility as an industry leader to represent Gartner research and thought leadership.

What you’ll need to perform this job successfully:

The individual must be able to perform essential duties …