Lead Network Design Analyst - Logistics & Supply Chain

Gpac; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics seeks a Lead Network Design Analyst to align ODC routing with customer metrics and support solutions and system implementations. This role emphasizes collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Technology, and requires problem solving and daily process adherence.

The position offers exposure to senior management and opportunities to contribute to cost savings ideas and continuous improvement projects within a major logistics organization.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years comparable work experience, internships, or studies preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Logistics & Supply Chain Management required.
• Fundamental understanding or desire to learn transportation, supply chain and logistics concepts are required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.
• Intermediate experience with Access and Excel required.
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Word, Outlook and PowerPoint required.
• Ability to follow process and standard procedures required.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, and pass background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Works within a prescribed process using tools to analyze data, generate standard routing or load plans, and provide reports and metrics on a regular basis to ensure solution effectiveness.
• Supports the design and implementation of a developed supply chain solution as it relates to specific Penske business agreements.
• Participate in process improvement teams and cost saving initiatives.
• Applies tactical processes daily within the established business rules.
• Meet customer deadlines and provide required metrics
• Interacts with the customer by phone, email or in person on an as needed basis.
• Be able to resolve situations quickly, communicate status of problem, and work with the appropriate subject matter expert until it is fixed with the guidance of a more senior level associate
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Communication skills

Learning ability

Process adherence

Education

Bachelors degree in Business Administration or Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Penske Logistics seeks a Lead Network Design Analyst to align ODC routing with customer metrics and support solutions and system implementations. This role emphasizes collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Technology, and requires problem solving and daily process adherence.

The position offers exposure to senior management and opportunities to contribute to cost savings ideas and continuous improvement projects within a major logistics organization.