Supply Chain Analyst (Outbound Network Design)

Location: Beachwood, OH

About the role

This role supports supply chain operations through the management and optimization of planned routing data, ensuring efficient and cost-effective material flow. The position drives visibility and performance through data analysis, process oversight, and proactive issue resolution across operations.

Responsibilities

• Supply Chain Operations
  • Maintain the customer’s route plan to ensure accurate and efficient material flow
  • Align routing plans with production schedules to support operational continuity and service performance
  • Monitor material flow across the supply chain and coordinate adjustments to address disruptions or constraints
  • Manage exception resolution related to routing execution, timing, and delivery performance
• Data & Analytics
  • Develop and present customer and operational analytics, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Analyze routing data to identify optimization and cost-saving opportunities
  • Serve as a subject matter expert by translating data insights into actionable recommendations that drive decision-making
  • Influence operational and customer strategies through data-driven insights and performance analysis
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives through ongoing analysis and performance tracking
• Customer Relations
  • Partner with customers to resolve supply chain constraints, meet delivery commitments, and address operational inquiries
  • Communicate critical issues, risks, and impacts clearly and proactively to customers and internal stakeholders
  • Serve as a trusted advisor by recommending improvements to customer inventory strategies and material flow processes
  • Anticipate potential disruptions and proactively develop solutions to maintain service levels and operational continuity
• Process Improvement
  • Evaluate existing operational processes to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
  • Recommend and support implementation of process enhancements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and service performance
  • Partner with Engineering and cross-functional teams to implement process and transportation design changes
  • Ensure adherence to standardized processes while identifying opportunities to simplify or streamline workflows
• Supplier & Carrier Relations
  • Coordinate planned routing changes with suppliers and carriers to ensure alignment with operational requirements and service expectations
  • Confirm carrier capacity and readiness to support route plans and fluctuations in demand
  • Serve as the primary liaison for external partners to ensure execution aligns with established supply chain routing strategies
• Support special projects and initiatives as assigned by Manager

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1+ year of experience in supply chain or a related role preferred
• Strong understanding of transportation, supply chain, and logistics principles
• Ability to learn and effectively use inventory and transportation management systems and related applications
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret and work with large datasets
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow established processes and procedures
• Advanced computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel
• Willingness to travel as necessary and work required hours to accomplish job duties
• Complete employment application requirements, including background check and drug screening

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm (in office 4 days a week)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This role requires the ability to read, communicate (verbally and in writing), analyze information, and interpret instructions or guidelines
• Work may require periods of standing, walking, and sitting throughout the day
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs (12 kg)
• Requires frequent use of computer systems, including extended periods of screen-based work and the ability to maintain visual focus for data analysis and system interaction

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs.