What You Need To Know

Must be very versed in Excel it is an essential part of this position. This is a "domestic" logistics position. Good TMS knowledge. 

Must be comfortable with overseeing a large amount of Data

Overview

The Logistics Analyst is responsible for freight analysis, carrier performance, system maintenance, and other various logistics tasks.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process freight claims based on shipping discrepancies 

• Facilitate intercompany stock transfer order (STO) process 

• Analyze and provide recommendations on freight costs to support product margin price decisions 

• Research, identify and recommend lead time variability opportunities for improvement measures 

• Execute state to state product transfers 

• Monitor carrier performance based on scheduled pickup and delivery times 

• Ensure SAP parameters are set correctly and communicated to all carriers 

• Determine potential cost saving methods to pick up product from different vendors in same regions 

• Route import shipments effectively, optimizing container space 

• Communicate shipment exceptions to internal business stakeholders 

• Perform other related duties as assigned 

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of experience or equivalent education and related experience 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 

• Strong organization, multi-tasking and time management skills  

• Experience comprehension for translating results data within SAP  

• Basic knowledge of logistics industry terminology and best practices 

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine 

• Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping 

• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs