Logistics Analyst

Conducts analysis in support of network in order to efficiently maintain and improve logistics network. Evaluates and designs transportation and distribution procedures to maximize delivery efficiency. Researches and analyzes freight costs and classifications, delivery methods, and delivery schedules to minimize delivery costs and maximize customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties:

• Analyzes methods and procedures for transportation of raw materials to processing and production areas and transportation of commodities from departments to customers, warehouses, and other storage facilities.
• Determines the most economical and efficient routing and mode of transportation
• Analyzes and proposes changes to improve control and efficiency of traffic department
• Coordinates inbound container shipments to domestic locations
• Schedule shipments to ensure compliance with Interstate traffic laws and regulations and company policies
• Initiates investigations into causes of damage or shortages and consignments or overcharges for freight or insurance
• Investigate shipper or consignee complaints regarding lost or damaged merchandise or shortages in shipment to determine responsibility
• Directs preparation of claims against carrier responsible and corresponds with shipper or consignee to effect settlement
• Conducts studies in areas of packaging, warehousing, and loading of commodities and evaluates existing procedures and standards
• Analyzes costs and performance data of shippers
• Initiates changes designed to improve control and efficiency of traffic department

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum 3 years logistics experience
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Financial and analytical skills capable of calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, Commission, proportions, areas, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply simple algebra and geometry
• Must be able to present data in an easily understood format