Transportation Analyst

Position Summary

We are seeking a Transportation Analyst to join our team at ofi NA America. Reporting to the Transportation Manager, this role supports the transportation team in daily operations and process improvements. The ideal candidate must have an attention to detail and a strategic mindset to ensure successful execution of all business.

Position Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for transportation and support transportation inquiries and ideas for improvement.
• Track and trace all shipments daily, resolve client-related issues with freight vendors and carriers.
• Proactively monitor and manage key performance indicators and execute root cause analysis based on carrier performance scorecard.
• Manage Request for Proposal (RFP) tracking per carrier bid and routing guide performance and compliance across network.
• Identify transportation initiatives that generate cost savings, cost avoidance, and/or service improvements.
• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) Reports and communicate best practices and implementation.
• Collaborate with Sales, Service, Operations, and Procurement teams to ensure optimized transportation execution.
• Use Transportation Management System (TMS) to route and optimize transportation services.
• Develop, analyze, and recommend opportunities for improvement that optimize transportation policies and processes around availability, transportation cost, and supply chain cost.
• Maintain responsibility for data analysis and reporting of transportation related activities, including monthly/quarterly BU reporting.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on operational and financial metrics.
• Conduct financial and variance analysis for expenses, services, and quality.
• Provide recommendations based on data analyses and research.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field is required. Four (4) years previous Transportation, Logistics or Distribution experience will be considered in lieu of degree. Five years (5) years of Transportation, Logistics or Distribution experience required. If experience was in lieu of degree, eight (9) years is required.
• Previous experience with Tier One Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is preferred.
• Previous experience in implementation and operation of cloud-based Transportation Management Software (Oracle, MercuryGate, BluJay, etc.) is required.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to problem solve and handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to win the confidence of internal and external customers, suppliers, and business units.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including but not limited to Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing workload to meet deadlines, while ensuring a high standard of quality.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically throughout the year.

Benefits

ofi provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation time, paid sick leave, company-paid holidays, a 401K match, career growth and learning opportunities, and additional perks that make a difference. A Rewarding Career Awaits!