Logistics Analyst

Briggs & Stratton; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Briggs & Stratton is seeking a Logistics Analyst to manage plans for delivery and distribution of finished products. You will analyze issues with logistics partners, maintain shipment data, and prepare monthly reports to identify cost-saving opportunities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or related field and at least two years in logistics. Hybrid work options are available, with a focus on timely, cost-efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field or equivalent education and experience.
• At least two years experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; SAP ERP experience and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline support for daily logistics operations, resolving issues and ensuring on-time delivery.
• Participate in developing and implementing logistics plans affecting the delivery and distribution of finished products.
• Identify and analyze root causes of issues and work with logistics partners to develop solutions and performance improvement measures.
• Cultivate relationships with other departments to understand their customers needs and propose ideas to exceed expectations.
• Document and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as needed.
• Maintain department shipment data and records, run monthly reports, identify trends and opportunities for cost savings.

Skills

Analytical

Team oriented

Communication

Deadline oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

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As a Logistics Analyst your goal is to execute logistics plans for the delivery and distribution of finished products and ensure product arrives complete, on time, and in a cost effective manner. You’ll maintain appropriate records, prepare reports, and coordinate logistics activities with internal and external customers. #LI-MD1 #LI-Hybrid

You will do this by:

• Providing frontline support for daily logistics operations, resolving issues and ensuring on time delivery of products
• Participating in developing and implementing logistics plans affecting the delivery and distribution of finished products
• Identifying and analyzing root causes of issues and working with logistics partners to develop solutions and performance improvement measures
• Cultivating relationships with other departments to understand their customers needs and propose ideas to exceed expectations
• Documenting and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as needed
• Maintaining department shipment data and records, runs monthly report, identifies trends and opportunities for cost savings

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.

You are the kind of person who is:

• Analytical - able to see the big picture and ask questions when needed
• Team oriented

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field OR equivalent education and experience
• At least two years experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain related field
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred
• Comprehensive experience with Microsoft office suite of products, Google Applications, and other software associated with assigned work
• Well-developed knowledge of ERP systems like SAP
• Well-developed ability to meet deadlines and organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, detail oriented
• Solid knowledge of the principles of transportation logistics
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to communicate and interact with diverse groups of people
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Billy Goat®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee

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