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Transportation Operations Analyst (Finance)



Job Overview

The Logistics Analyst will provide transportation and logistics support for the planning, KPI execution, carrier cost lane analysis, transportation-sourcing activities, and the overall efficiency and improvement opportunities across the GLC transportation and logistics network.

Job Responsibilities

  • Work with all levels and functions within the company to collaborate on logistics and transportation solutions.
  • Identify opportunities for logistics and transportation cost reduction through root cause analysis. Support and lead freight rate analysis to identify areas for cost reduction.
  • Provide analytical support for annual and bi-annual Transportation and Logistics RFPs.
  • Support development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Carrier and Supply Chain Dashboard creation.
  • Provide monthly and quarterly carrier performance reporting to support carrier scorecards.
  • Work with IT to develop reports and data gathering methods to measure transportation costs and on time performance.
  • Work with IT to develop reports and data gathering methods to measure internal warehouse and 3PL site performance, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Provide customer freight quote analysis and support
  • Develop and support carrier rates maintenance in TMS
  • Support or lead carrier reviews
  • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
  • All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
  • Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
  • 2 years' experience or more in an analytical role.
  • Strong math aptitude and quantitative problem solving approach.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite ability including Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future (i.e. CPT/OPT).

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, or a related field with 3+ years' experience
  • Business reporting/data gathering software experience.
  • Quantitative Excel modeling experience.
  • Full-cycle project management experience.
  • SAP experience.
  • Experience with Oracle TMS solutions.
  • Ability to frame opportunities in a clear, concise and logical manner.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot, problem solve and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35°F to 100°F; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.

• Work is performed in an office setting.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Apply

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