Associate Transportation Analyst/Planner

Freddie Mac; Ewing (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in consumer goods is seeking an Associate Transportation Analyst/Planner. This role offers opportunities for career advancement and remote work within the continental U.S. You will coordinate transportation activities, support carrier relationships, and engage in impactful projects that influence logistics costs. Ideal candidates will have a BS/BA degree and strong MS Office skills, with a preference for experience in Supply Chain/Logistics.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Supply Chain/Logistics preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation activities including load planning and shipment tracking.
• Act as liaison between Transportation, Carrier Partners, and internal departments.
• Utilize Transportation Technology Applications to identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

MS Office

Education

BS/BA degree

Tools

Transportation Management Systems

Predictive Analytics Applications

Microsoft Power BI

SAP Sales and Distribution Module

Job description

Associate Transportation Analyst/Planner

Employer Industry: Consumer Goods

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Work remotely anywhere within the continental U.S.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Engage in impactful projects that influence logistics costs of $220 million
• Chance to build strategic relationships with over eighty transportation partners

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Coordinate all transportation activities including load planning, shipment tracking, and issue resolution for various shipping facilities
• Act as the internal liaison between Transportation, Carrier Partners, Shipping Locations, and internal departments
• Utilize Transportation Technology Applications to monitor and identify improvement opportunities
• Support the Transportation Network Team in managing carrier relationships and trailer pool maintenance
• Assist in project analysis using data-driven decisions to capture improvement opportunities

What is Required (Qualifications):

• BS/BA degree required
• 1-2 years of experience in Supply Chain/Logistics preferred
• Strong MS Office skills required
• Superior interpersonal skills, both oral and written
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with Transportation Management Systems
• Experience with Predictive Analytics Applications
• Strong analytical skills with experience in Microsoft Power BI
• Working knowledge of SAP Sales and Distribution Module

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