Senior Logistics Analyst

As a key leader within operations, the Senior Logistics Analyst drives operational excellence, standardizes transportation processes, and collaborates cross-functionally to align logistics strategies with business objectives and customer expectations.

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Organizational Development – 20%

· Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all transportation activities and sites.

· Drive accountability, cost discipline, and ownership across logistics operations and sites.

· Develop and standardize scalable transportation processes, tools, and reporting to improve visibility, performance, and cost efficiency across sites.

· Partner with Procurement, Sales, Manufacturing, and Finance to align logistics strategies with business goals across the organization.

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Transportation & Logistics Execution – 60%

· Manage day-to-day transportation activities to ensure on-time and complete delivery performance (OT&C >95%).

· Optimize freight spend through mode selection, route planning, load consolidation, and network efficiency to drive measurable cost savings.

· Lead carrier sourcing, negotiation, performance management, and contract compliance.

· Develop, monitor, and improve transportation KPIs, including cost per shipment, on-time delivery, carrier performance, and freight damage reduction.

· Proactively resolve service disruptions and implement corrective actions to maintain customer satisfaction and minimize cost impact.

· Leverage data and analytics to identify trends, improve decision-making, and drive cost, service, and damage reduction improvements.

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Logistics Strategy & Continuous Improvement – 20%

· Develop and execute transportation strategies that support business growth, scalability, and cost efficiency.

· Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including automation, system enhancements, and transportation network optimization, with a focus on reducing costs, improving service, and minimizing freight damage.

· Drive innovation and adoption of best practices to improve logistics performance, customer experience, and overall operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· 4 years of progressive logistics or transportation experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

· Solid experience in transportation management, freight optimization, and carrier management.

· Experience with ERP/MRP or TMS systems (D365 preferred; SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite a plus).

· Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to identify and deliver cost savings.

· Proven ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results.

· Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Key Competencies:

· Strategic thinking with results-driven execution

· Strong communication and leadership

· Data-driven decision-making and performance management

· Supplier, partner, and stakeholder management

· Continuous improvement and operational excellence mindset

· Focus on cost savings, efficiency, and freight damage reduction

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