Analyst, Logistics

The J.M. Smucker Co.; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. in Orrville, OH is seeking an Analyst, Logistics to manage and optimize transportation, lead cost-reduction projects, and coordinate inbound/outbound activities with 3rd party carriers and internal partners.

You will train others as System Super User, monitor carrier performance, balance warehouse capacity with production schedules, and ensure on-time delivery while leveraging Microsoft Office and planning systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Previous logistics or supply chain experience preferred.
• Strong data analysis, problem solving, and attention to detail essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and/or set up transportation service providers for material delivery and finished goods pickup.
• Lead cost reduction and process-improvement projects with partners and internal teams.
• Manage inbound/outbound delivery and receiving aligned to production schedules.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Supply planning systems

Job description

Your Opportunity as the Analyst, Logistics

Location: Orrville, OH

Work Arrangements: 100% onsite

In This Role You Will

• Maintain and/or set-up transportation service companies to deliver materials or pick up of finished goods
• Develop and implement cost reduction and work process improvement projects when addressing other pertinent business partners; work collaboratively with 3rd party Service Company, Corporate Planning, Corporate Transportation, QA, Manufacturing and Purchasing
• Responsible for managing the delivery and receiving of raw materials and/or ingredients based on production schedule needs and priority
• Analyze and prioritize the use of warehouse capacity and capability balanced with identified constraints in order to optimize efficiencies.
• System Super User, trains others on all transactions
• Accountable for key outbound logistics results and systems; identify root cause & countermeasures for any gaps in results
• Monitor the performance of 3rd Party Service Company (if applicable), carriers and warehouses and intervenes when necessary to ensure on-time delivery
• Learn critical aspects of Production Planning or replenishment for the customer

Minimum Requirements

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Previous logistics or supply chain experience

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:

• Demonstrated capability in analyzing data/situations, problem solving and attention to detail
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Oracle and/or Supply Planning Systems

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.