Transportation Analyst (m/f/d)

Overview

The Transportation Analyst (m/f/d) will be responsible for optimizing transportation operations and analyzing transportation data to ensure cost-effective and efficient movement of goods. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, monitoring carrier performance, and utilizing data-driven insights to enhance service quality and operational performance. You will be based in our Distribution site in Großkugel (near Leipzig/Halle), working closely with the warehouse team and reporting into a regional analyst based in France.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Carrier Performance: Monitor and evaluate carrier performance by agreed KPIs, including on-time delivery, cost, and compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLA).
• Cost Optimization: Align with global transportation strategies to minimize transportation costs while maintaining high service levels.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret transportation data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost and service improvement.
• Contract Management: Support the negotiation, execution, and management of transportation contracts, ensuring terms align with company objectives and compliance standards.
• Carrier Selection: Assist in the evaluation and selection of carriers, ensuring alignment with service level expectations, cost efficiency, and compliance requirements.
• Invoice Review: Review and verify incoming and outgoing freight invoices for accurate rules and coding to ensure timely payment.
• Cost Analysis: Review, analyze, and manage freight and transport costs.
• Provider Reviews: Take part in regular business reviews with key transportation service providers and set performance objectives.
• Freight Claims Management: Assist in the management, tracking, and reporting of freight claims.
• Problem Resolution: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address and resolve transportation-related issues.
• Route Planning: Assist in optimizing transportation routes and schedules to improve efficiency and reduce transit times and cost.
• System Support: Support the implementation and maintenance of transportation management system (TMS).
• Reporting: Compile and summarize freight reports produced by carriers and TMS to provide visibility of freight spend and on-time performance.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Quickly analyze and resolve discrepancies (billing, service, etc.) and escalate them to the relevant contacts.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, such as Logistics, Planning, Trade Compliance, and Customer Service, to align transportation activities with business objectives.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, company policies, and industry standards.

What You Bring:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Relevant experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain analytics. Experience with international shipping and customs regulations as well as experience in a medical device or healthcare industry welcome. Certification in supply chain or logistics (e.g., APICS, CLTD, or Lean Six Sigma) welcome.
• Technical Skills: Experienced in transportation management systems (TMS), data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI), and ERP systems.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with freight audit and payment processes, and regulatory requirements (e.g., DOT, IATA, or FMCSA regulations). Knowledge of temperature-controlled and dangerous goods transportation preferred.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in analysis and reporting.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English, with the ability to present findings clearly and effectively.
• Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to work in an office environment with occasional travel to warehouses or distribution centers as needed.