About the role
Position Summary
The Logistics Support Analyst is responsible for providing value to our customers. This is accomplished by providing analysis and support of the transportation process, identifying cost efficient transportation improvement opportunities; participating in planning for peak period outbound volumes; measuring and validating service opportunities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Providing analysis and support to the Client and the Operations Department within the Distribution Center.
Supports ensure timely, cost-efficient transportation processes are being adhered to and assist with problem solving activities.
Assisting in the review and analysis of transportation carrier capacity planning to meet company shipping requirements.
Reviewing daily operational execution efforts, special service requirements, operational problem resolution, and month-end execution.
Participating in strategic efforts to plan for peak period volume demands, trailer targets, carrier performance expectations, and month/quarter end requirements.
Present data and solutions to customers, both internal and external.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree in electrical or related field is a plus
Experience in the Logistics field with a working knowledge in shipment planning, transportation and customer service.
Intermediate level experience with MS Excel and MS Access an asset
Ability to create custom reports using various MS Office programs for presentation to the client and Operations Management
Some knowledge in the transportation industry
Knowledge of understanding distribution and traffic principles
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
Good oral/written skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Ability to build and maintain professional co-operative working relationships with external distribution suppliers
Ability to formulate data, analyze information, and make sound logical decisions
Ability to handle high volumes of work as well as ability to meet required deadlines
Ability to adapt to consistent changes in duties and responsibilities…
