Intern, National Operations and Logistics Freight Management

Ascension; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance and professional发展

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave and family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a remote Logistics Operations Assistant to support freight management activities and performance analysis. The role involves shipment coordination, data reporting, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure efficient movement of supplies.

Primary duties include preparing reports and dashboards, analyzing metrics, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the Operations Logistics department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma equivalency or enrolled in an accredited program relevant to the discipline.
• Experience or coursework in logistics, operations, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support freight management operations by assisting with logistics activities, shipment coordination, and operational processes.
• Collaborate with freight management associates, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders to support transportation activities and service delivery.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytical tools using Excel, Tableau, Google Workspace to support freight management performance tracking.
• Analyze freight management data and performance metrics to identify trends and contribute data-driven recommendations.
• Assist with development, maintenance, and communication of freight management documentation and policies.
• Participate in projects and process improvement initiatives to support freight management operations.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Data analysis

Report creation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Google Workspace

Job description

• Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time | Temporary

Your future role at a glance

Location: Remote

Department: Operations Logistics

Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time | Temporary

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Responsibilities

• Support freight management operations by assisting with logistics activities, shipment coordination, and operational processes that promote the efficient movement of supplies across the organization.
• Collaborate with freight management associates, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders to support transportation activities, resolve routine inquiries, and contribute to effective service delivery.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytical tools using Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Google Workspace, and other technologies to support freight management performance tracking and operational decision making.
• Analyze freight management data and performance metrics to identify trends, measure operational performance, and contribute data driven recommendations that support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the development, maintenance, and communication of freight management documentation, shipping account information, policies, procedures, and other operational resources.
• Participate in projects and process improvement initiatives by applying project management, problem solving, data analysis, and communication skills to support freight management operations and organizational goals.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Education

• High school diploma equivalency OR Enrolled in accredited program specific to discipline required.

Additional Preferences

• College Junior year and above (ie, Supply Chain, Operations, Business)

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.