Logistics Analyst

Twin-City-Fan-Companies-Ltd; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan with employer match

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

Volunteer time

Job summary

Twin City Fan is seeking a Logistics Analyst to lead daily operations with third-party logistics partners and optimize freight expenditures. You will coordinate inbound/outbound transportation, assist with ERP-related logistics tasks, and drive process improvements across multiple departments.

The role requires 3+ years in domestic and international shipping, knowledge of shipping modes and regulations, and strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Transportation or Supply Chain.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in domestic and international shipping.
• Knowledge of shipping modes and regulations.
• Proactive problem solver capable of managing freight expenditures.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations with 3PLs and manage freight flow.
• Streamline logistics procedures and Drive process improvements across departments.
• Assist with ERP transition related to Logistics functions.
• Process, audit and approve freight invoices/logs from 3PLs.
• Provide KPI reporting and analytics for Logistics and supply chain.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Freight invoicing

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Management or Supply Chain

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Freight audit tools

Job description

• Lead the daily operations with TCF’s third-party logistics partners (3PLs).
• Streamline logistics procedures and workflow, create process improvement suggestions for the logistics department, engage with other departments as needed to minimize negative impact.
• Assist with ERP transition as it relates to Logistics functions.
• Process, audit and approve freight invoices/logs from 3PLs.
• Keep up to date on industry trends and monitor updates on domestic and international freight issues.
• Partner with Customer Service team with freight damage claim submission and required follow up/analysis.
• Advise the Supply Chain team on inbound transportation activities including scheduling, tracking and obtaining freight quotes.
• Partner with Supply Chain team on inbound transportation activities and opportunities for improvement - including scheduling, tracking and obtaining freight quotes.
• Second level (escalated) point of contact for Customer Service, Sales, Finance, Purchasing, carriers and other logistics partners regarding freight issues.
• Develop and deliver new hire training and continuing education for Logistics Coordinators.
• Lead and manage Logistics KPI reporting and analytics.
• Provide tactical support to the plant Shipping teams as needed.
• Assist with International compliance, documentation, training.
• Act, live, and behave by TCF Core Values.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management desired or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience processing domestic and international shipping activities and resolving freight-related issues.
• Advanced knowledge of different shipping modes (Less Than Truckload, Full Truckload, Over-Dimensional, Parcel, Containers, etc.) and associated transportation regulations.
• Proactive problem solver and independent decision maker capable of making sound financial decisions related to freight expenditures.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set timelines and independently prioritize workload.
• Proficient in the use of standard office software programs and equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Standard office environment
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel and reach.
• Ability to work extended hours sitting at a computer.

As a Logistic Analyst you will be offered pay of $54,000-$62,000 per year dependent on experience. You will also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus tied to overall performance of the organization.

At Twin City Fan we want our employees to achieve their personal best and strive to offer programs that support our employees and their families. We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan with employer match, as well as short/long term disability. Employees also have access to benefits such as employee assistance programs, education reimbursement, paid vacation, holiday pay, and volunteer time. Other exciting benefits TCF offers include a homeownership savings program, pet insurance, and more!

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