Sr. Analyst, Global & Domestic Transportation

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The Senior Analyst for Global & Domestic Transportation is a high-impact role that bridges the gap between local logistics and international trade. This role is responsible for the strategic design and daily oversight of the end-to-end movement of goods. This role manages both domestic "last-mile" and "middle-mile" logistics (Truckload, LTL, Rail) and international freight (Ocean, Air, Customs). 

Core Responsibilities

1. Domestic Transportation & Distribution

• Network Optimization: Design and maintain a high-efficiency domestic routing guide. Analyze lane data to convert LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) to FTL (Full Truckload) or Intermodal moves to drive cost savings and increase On-Time In-Full (OTIF)

• Modal Analysis: Evaluate and execute transportation modes to balance urgent inventory needs against transportation spend, (e.g. shifting from Air to Ocean or Intermodal to truck).

• Carrier Management: Partner with 3rd party Managed Transportation provider and Global freight forwarder to ensure smooth daily operations and assist with RFP processes.

• Last-Mile & Parcel Strategy: Oversee the parcel network (UPS, FedEx, Regional), managing rate quotes and strategies.

• Drayage & Inland Logistics: Coordinate the critical link between ports/rail ramps and inland warehouses, minimizing costly demurrage and detention fees through proactive scheduling

2. Global Freight & International Trade

• Customs & Documentation: Create and facilitate the flow of international shipping documents (Commercial Invoices, BOLs, etc.) and partner with internal trade compliance team to ensure compliant global shipments. 

• International Logistics: Manages and facilitates shipments based on volume and capacity, and expediting with vendors as business dictates

• Incoterm Strategy: Manage shipments under varying Incoterms (e.g., EXW, FCA, DDP) to balance risk and freight spend.

• Forwarder Relations: Serve as the primary partner with external Global Freight Forwarders, ensuring space protection and competitive ocean rates.

4. Advanced Analytics & Technology

• KPI Dashboarding: Build and maintain real-time visibility dashboards using Power BI or Tableau.

• Cost Management: Analyze "Freight as a % of Sales," "Cost per Kilo," and "Accessorial Spend" to identify leakage.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, or Data Analytics. 

• Experience: 5+ years in Transportation logistics, with at least 2 years specifically focused on international freight or customs.

• Technical Skills: 

  • Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, Macros).

  • Experience with ERP (SAP S/4HANA) and TMS platforms.

• Certifications: APICS (CSCP/CLTD) or Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) status is highly desirable.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $87,600.00 - $103,100.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%)