Logistic Analyst

Azenta UK, Ltd.; Wotton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta UK, Ltd. is seeking an experienced Logistic Analyst for a full‑time position in Wotton. The role involves analyzing freight contracts, implementing freight payment services, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure timely shipments.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, proven experience in international logistics, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The company values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with international logistics.
• Experience with cold chain logistics and arranging biological sample shipments.
• Understanding of Hazmat Dangerous Goods shipping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze freight contracts and shipping routes to assist in contract negotiations.
• Implement freight payment services for international locations.
• Monitor volume and spending in all logistics categories.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Strong systems aptitude

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field

Tools

Oracle Cloud

Freight Payment Centers

Job description

Job Title

Logistic Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Logistics Analyst to assist our global team in a full‑time position. This opportunity will allow you to utilize and build your experience with international logistics, your understanding of incoterms, and your problem‑solving abilities to serve our businesses and customers.

Responsibilities

• Analyze freight contracts (ocean, air, domestic, international) and shipping routes to assist in contract negotiations.
• Implement freight payment services for our international locations.
• Request freight quotes from approved carriers and prepare and evaluate rates and proposals from a competitive standpoint.
• Maintain contract rates and tariffs, including applicable surcharges.
• Prepare and update rate summaries in Excel.
• Review and evaluate freight invoices for accuracy.
• Work with internal cross‑functional teams, vendors, freight forwarders and carriers to ensure inbound and outbound shipments are booked and shipped timely and cost‑efficiently.
• Provide internal customer support to Compliance, Supply Chain, Global Operations, and Finance (daily tracking, expedited shipments, product freight cost analysis, and invoice approval).
• Monitor volume and spending in all logistics categories and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Ensure General Ledger coding of freight invoices is accurate.
• Collaborate with freight forwarders and carriers on a routine basis regarding performance issues and resolution, or to file damage claims.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience with international logistics.
• Experience with cold chain logistics and arranging biological sample shipments.
• Understanding of Hazmat Dangerous Goods shipping requirements.
• Understanding of biological sample permitting preferred.
• Experience working with Oracle Cloud.
• Experience working with Freight Payment Centers.
• General knowledge of transport tariffs.
• Strong systems aptitude with working knowledge of global transportation carriers and services.
• Strong understanding of incoterms.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to analyze data to make improvements.

Equal Opportunity

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email [e-mail] for assistance. Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.