Sourcing Analyst

Main Responsibilities

• Analyze the transportation cost per lane by commodity and find cost savings opportunities for the Company
• Responsible for understanding the freight market and negotiating rates with product suppliers
• Work as a team player with internal staff and external customers to accomplish least cost/on-time delivery service
• Communicate with buyers, vendors, and warehouse personnel on strategic changes and problem resolution
• Strategic understanding of the company’s truckload, LTL, and intermodal programs, which include both dry and perishable commodities
• Working knowledge of freight tendering and load tracking
• Working knowledge of freight claim liability and resolution
• Working knowledge of DOT rules and regulations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Business-related field preferred
• 2 plus years transportation operations experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook
• Proven customer service skills
• Excellent analytical, negotiating, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently as well as part of an integrated team
• Strong working knowledge of business analysis and implementation

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Experience in transportation operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Customer service skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented and team-oriented
• Business analysis and implementation knowledge

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Up to 50% of earned wages available through Stream
• Discounts from Associate Discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits (Medical, Dental, 401k)
• Vacation, holidays, and sick pay

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