Global Transportation Procurement Analyst

Amazon Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Nashville, TN is seeking a Business Analyst within the GSCTP organization to drive data-driven insights across transportation spend analytics and procurement optimization. You will design dashboards, support carrier negotiations, and translate analytics into actionable sourcing recommendations, partnering with procurement teams to optimize lanes and contracts.

This role requires strong SQL/ETL, Excel, and data visualization skills, plus excellent communication to

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience defining requirements and using data and metrics to draw business insights.
• Experience with SQL or ETL.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in Excel and SQL.
• Experience demonstrating strong analytical abilities and confidence in the use of data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic transportation procurement initiatives including RFP analysis, bid optimization, and rate card development while providing data-driven insights for carrier negotiations.
• Analyse complex transportation spend data and market conditions across modes to identify cost savings opportunities, spending patterns, and develop strategic sourcing recommendations.
• Design, build and maintain automated dashboards and scorecards tracking key performance metrics including carrier compliance, service levels, and contract performance.
• Partner with procurement teams to optimize carrier selection and lane assignments, translating complex analytical findings into actionable recommendations.
• Support leadership decision-making through deep-dive analysis of transportation trends, market dynamics, and operational performance metrics.

Skills

Data-driven insights

Analytical capabilities

Sourcing expertise

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

SQL

ETL

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

QuickSight

Job description

Amazon.com Services LLC in Nashville, TN is seeking a Business Analyst within the GSCTP organization to drive data-driven insights across transportation spend analytics and procurement optimization. You will design dashboards, support carrier negotiations, and translate analytics into actionable sourcing recommendations, partnering with procurement teams to optimize lanes and contracts.

This role requires strong SQL/ETL, Excel, and data visualization skills, plus excellent communication to