LTL Carrier Analyst

Bison Transport Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Extracurricular sports teams

CSR & charitable giving

Job summary

Bison Transport Inc. in Winnipeg, Manitoba, is seeking an LTL Carrier Analyst to manage carrier relationships, analyze spend, and support pricing initiatives across the LTL network. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external carrier partners to drive cost efficiency and service improvements.

The role emphasizes analytical rigor, data-driven decision making, and the ability to resolve issues while maintaining strong relationships with carriers and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, procurement, or analytics.
• Experience with RFIs/RFPs/RFQs is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven recommendations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication with cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Analyze carrier spend, rates, and performance data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support carrier procurement initiatives, including spot quotes, benchmarking, evaluations, and RFx processes.
• Review and approve carrier invoices, investigate discrepancies and variances.
• Act as liaison for carrier payment and invoicing with internal teams.
• Maintain accurate carrier rates, tariffs, fuel programs, surcharges, and accessorial data.
• Develop reports and insights using Excel and Power BI for leadership planning.
• Participate in audits, projects, and continuous improvement in carrier management.
• Build and maintain relationships with carrier partners and internal stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain / Logistics / Economics / Finance

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

The LTL Carrier Analyst plays a key role in managing carrier relationships, analyzing transportation spend, supporting procurement and pricing initiatives across Bison’s LTL network. Working closely with the Supervisor, the LTL Carrier Analyst supports carrier procurement, financial analysis, invoicing processes, and rate management. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and confident building relationships, resolving issues, and working with both internal stakeholders and external carrier partners to drive results.

Specific Responsibilities include:

• Analyze carrier spend, rates, and performance data to identify cost-saving opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
• Support carrier procurement initiatives, including spot quotes, rate benchmarking, carrier evaluations, and full-cycle RFP processes.
• Review and approve carrier invoices, investigate billing discrepancies and rate variances, and work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Act as a key liaison for carrier payment and invoicing processes, providing support and guidance to cross-functional teams, including Accounts Payable.
• Maintain accurate carrier rates, tariffs, fuel programs, surcharges, and accessorial information within company systems.
• Develop reports and insights using analytical tools, including Excel and Power BI, to support leadership and business planning.
• Participate in audits, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives related to carrier management and LTL operations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with carrier partners and internal stakeholders to support operational and financial objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Our Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, Economics, Finance, or a related field. Other formal education will beconsidered for relevance.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, procurement, finance or a related analytical role.
• Experience supporting procurement activities or working with RFIs, RFPs, or RFQs would be considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify trends, investigate discrepancies, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence and professionalism to collaborate effectively across internal departments and represent the team in discussions with external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to build and maintain working relationships with carrier partners.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

This job is classified under NOC Code: 11201.

Why Bison:

• Thrive in a supportive team that provides coaching and training to help develop your skills and progress your career
• Dispersed work environments that promote a healthy work-life balance
• Meaningful and impactful work and projects with an essential service provider
• Join our engaging Wellness Program & extracurricular sports teams

About Bison:

• Celebrating over 50 years in Business
• Active in giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and Charitable Giving
• Committed to environmental sustainability

Bison Transport is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.