Operation Analyst
Sungrow · Greater Houston · 1 mo ago
ManagementContract
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Logistics Analyst to support daily outbound logistics operations, inventory warehouse transfers, and freight invoice management. This role is critical in ensuring on-time deliveries, maintaining accurate shipment documentation, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and resolving transportation issues efficiently.
Outbound Shipment Management
- Manage and oversee all outbound shipments to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
- Send daily shipment notification emails to customers, including tracking numbers, estimated delivery dates, and Bills of Lading (BOLs).
- Maintain shipment tracking proactively and ensure all deliveries arrive on time.
- Obtain Proof of Delivery (POD) documents from trucking carriers within 48 hours of delivery completion and upload to Airtable for tracking, reporting, and audit purposes.
- Investigate and resolve transportation issues including: Lost shipments, Missing items, Delivery delays, Tracking discrepancies, Delivery failures within 48 hours of identification.
- Cook up with carriers to manage: Damage claims, Address corrections, Delivery rescheduling, Return-to-sender cases.
- Communicate directly with customers regarding delivery status, shipment issues, pickup confirmations, and corrective actions.
- Create Commercial Invoices and Packing Lists (CIPL) for international shipments.
- Collaborate with Trade Compliance teams and trucking carriers to ensure timely cross-border shipment clearance.
- Cook up with Sales, SAP team, and customers regarding sales order requests and shipment execution.
Inventory Warehouse Transfer Coordination
- Receive and process requests related to inventory warehouse transfers from outbound and inventory teams.
- Cook up with 3PL warehouses to schedule and execute inventory transfers efficiently.
- Maintain transfer status and ensure timely completion and system updates.
Vendor Freight & Warehouse Invoice Management
- Review and reconcile monthly domestic trucking carrier freight charge reports by the 15th of each month.
- Submit vendor freight and warehouse invoices through Airtable for Accounts Payable processing.
- Maintain accurate freight cost records and support invoice discrepancy resolution.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or warehouse coordination.
- Experience working with trucking carriers, 3PL warehouses, and freight operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with data tracking tools such as Airtable is a plus.
- Experience with international shipping documentation and cross-border logistics is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of transportation management and freight claims processes.
- Understanding of shipping documents including BOL, POD, and CIPL.
- Able to work cross-functionally with Sales, Trade Compliance, Warehouse, and Finance teams.
- A customer-focused mindset with strong follow-up skills.