Freight Cost Analyst Intern

VersaDesk

Compton (CA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 34,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

VersaDesk in the United States is seeking a detail-oriented Freight Analyst Intern to support our logistics operations. The role focuses on controlling transportation costs, auditing freight invoices, and preventing duplicate shipping charges.

You will review invoices, track performance, develop internal controls, and help improve routing and inventory accuracy while gaining hands-on experience with eCommerce fulfillment and carrier management.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IE, Supply Chain, Analytics, or Business.
Experience in logistics, inventory control, operations, or analytics preferred.
Experience with Amazon FBA / multi-warehouse operations.
Knowledge of parcel, LTL, FTL, ecommerce fulfillment, and carrier management.
Proficiency with Google Suite and advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, formulas, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling).
Proven freight bill audit, shipping cost analysis, and inventory management experience.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to perform in a fast-moving environment.
Understanding of emerging supply chain technologies such as automation and AI tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and audit freight invoices from carriers, warehouses, and 3PLs.
Verify billing accuracy against rates, shipment records, and service agreements.
Identify duplicate charges, billing errors, overcharges, and unauthorized fees.
Analyze parcel, LTL, FTL, and fulfillment costs to identify savings opportunities.
Track shipping performance, transit times, damages, and delivery exceptions.
Ensure no duplicate shipments or unnecessary reshipments.
Evaluate carrier performance and suggest routing improvements.
Identify trends, root causes, and inefficiencies through data analysis.
Develop SOPs and internal controls to improve logistics and inventory accuracy.