Sr. Transportation Analyst

What You’ll Do

• Own load planning processes in OTM, including planning rules, optimization strategies, and system enhancements.
• Optimize routing and improve transportation network efficiency.
• Analyze transportation data and KPIs to identify trends, reduce costs, and drive performance improvements.
• Develop strategic, data-driven recommendations to support transportation initiatives and investments.
• Lead carrier performance management, including monitoring service metrics, maintaining scorecards, and driving corrective actions.
• Partner with carriers and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain strong working relationships.
• Support continuous improvement through process redesign, SOP development, and automation initiatives.
• Generate reporting and deliver insights and presentations to leadership.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex transportation challenges and support daily operations.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to team development.
• Provide rotating after-hours support for urgent transportation issues.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in transportation or logistics.
• Experience across multiple modes (TL, LTL, parcel, intermodal).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with TMS platforms (Oracle, SAP, Blue Yonder, OTM).
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and present insights clearly.
• Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.