Senior Logistics Analyst

As a key leader within operations, the Senior Logistics Analyst drives operational excellence, standardizes transportation processes, and collaborates cross-functionally to align logistics strategies with business objectives and customer expectations. ______________________________________________________________________________ Organizational Development - 20% * Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all transportation activities and sites. * Drive accountability, cost discipline, and ownership across logistics operations and sites. * Develop and standardize scalable transportation processes, tools, and reporting to improve visibility, performance, and cost efficiency across sites. * Partner with Procurement, Sales, Manufacturing, and Finance to align logistics strategies with business goals across the organization. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Transportation & Logistics Execution - 60% * Manage day-to-day transportation activities to ensure on-time and complete delivery performance (OT&C >95%). * Optimize freight spend through mode selection, route planning, load consolidation, and network efficiency to drive measurable cost savings. * Lead carrier sourcing, negotiation, performance management, and contract compliance. * Develop, monitor, and improve transportation KPIs, including cost per shipment, on-time delivery, carrier performance, and freight damage reduction. * Proactively resolve service disruptions and implement corrective actions to maintain customer satisfaction and minimize cost impact. * Leverage data and analytics to identify trends, improve decision-making, and drive cost, service, and damage reduction improvements. _________________________________________________________________________________ Logistics Strategy & Continuous Improvement - 20% * Develop and execute transportation strategies that support business growth, scalability, and cost efficiency. * Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including automation, system enhancements, and transportation network optimization, with a focus on reducing costs, improving service, and minimizing freight damage. * Drive innovation and adoption of best practices to improve logistics performance, customer experience, and overall operational efficiency. Qualifications: * Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). * 4+ years of progressive logistics or transportation experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. * Solid experience in transportation management, freight optimization, and carrier management. * Experience with ERP/MRP or TMS systems (D365 preferred; SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite a plus). * Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to identify and deliver cost savings. * Proven ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results. * Willingness to travel up to 15%. Key Competencies: * Strategic thinking with results-driven execution * Strong communication and leadership * Data-driven decision-making and performance management * Supplier, partner, and stakeholder management * Continuous improvement and operational excellence mindset * Focus on cost savings, efficiency, and freight damage reduction #nekoosa

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