Freight Analytics & Optimization Engineer

Belden Inc.; Venlo; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Belden Inc. is seeking a Logistics Engineer focused on Freight Analytics & Optimization. This role is essential for enabling freight spend visibility and carrier performance management while supporting global standards across APAC and EMEA.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Logistics, with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and data governance skills are required, along with fluency in English. The position offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in freight/logistics/international transportation or supply chain analytics.
• Ability to build cost-driver models and KPI dashboards.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain freight spend visibility and lane-level analytics.
• Convert freight data into actionable optimization opportunities.
• Support carrier and forwarder governance through KPI monitoring.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Working knowledge of freight modes

Education

Bachelor’s degree related to Supply Chain or Logistics

Tools

TMS/ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA)

Job description

Belden Inc. is seeking a Logistics Engineer focused on Freight Analytics & Optimization. This role is essential for enabling freight spend visibility and carrier performance management while supporting global standards across APAC and EMEA.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Logistics, with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and data governance skills are required, along with fluency in English. The position offers a hybrid work model.