International Transportation Analyst

Dal-Tile Corp.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dal-Tile Corp. is seeking an International Transportation Analyst to analyze transportation data, identify improvement opportunities, and implement strategies to improve efficiency.

The role involves collaboration with multiple departments to coordinate timely, cost-effective shipments, and to negotiate with vendors and carriers while pursuing cost-reduction opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• High integrity and discretion with sensitive data.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support transportation team on projects and assignments.
• Interpret data, identify data gaps, and solve problems.
• Coordinate transportation operations across departments.
• Negotiate with vendors, carriers, and contractors on price.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, such as detention and demurrage.
• Assist with system implementations and post-implementation support.
• Track customer orders and resolve related issues.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Integrity

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Objective:

The International Transportation Analyst is an established performer who is responsible for communication between agencies, departments, and customers, as well as analysis to assist with cost-saving measures, problem-solving, and improving departmental operations. This role will be responsible for analyzing transportation data, identifying opportunities for improvement, and implementing strategies to enhance overall transportation efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:

• Work on projects and assignments as part of the larger Transportation team.
• Draw from prior experience, interpret facts, and identify incomplete data/anomalies to solve problems.
• Responsible for facilitating and/or coordinating transportation operations.
• Coordinate across multiple internal departments and external resources to deliver shipments in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Perform accurate analyses, conduct research, and draw meaningful conclusions on various transportation-related tasks.
• Negotiate on price and other matters with vendors, carriers, and contractors.
• Assist with cost-saving opportunities such as minimizing unnecessary costs (detention, demurrage).
• Coordinate cross-functional activities related to new system implementations, including business requirements documentation, process mapping, testing, issue resolution, stakeholder. communication, and post-implementation support.
• May be responsible for tracking customer orders upon request, assisting with customer-related problems, and various other transportation matters as defined by the designated department.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 2-4 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.

Competencies:

• Demonstrates strong knowledge of technical, process, and business principles as well as industry practices and standards.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite products.

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Disclaimer: It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.