Logistics Analyst Associate

Briggs & Stratton, LLC.; Wauwatosa (WI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Briggs & Stratton, LLC. is seeking an entry-level Logistics Analyst Associate in Wisconsin to launch a career in logistics. You will analyze inbound/outbound shipments, maintain records and reports, and coordinate with internal and external customers.

You will work across transportation modes, utilize ERP systems (SAP), and participate in process improvements to reduce costs and improve service. A fast-paced environment and collaboration with cross-functional teams are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Industry related internship experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of the principles of transportation and logistics.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact with diverse groups of people and all levels in the organization.
• Comprehensive experience with Microsoft office suite of products, Google Applications, and other software associated with assigned work.
• Ability to develop knowledge of ERP systems, such as SAP.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the right product is shipped complete and on time, to the right place for the right price.
• Providing frontline support for the daily logistics operations, resolves issues and works with multiple transportation modes; truckload, intermodal, LTL, air, ocean as applicable.
• Maintaining shipment visibility in carrier and ERP systems.
• Working with our 3rd party logistics providers and internal customers on continuous improvement processes to optimize shipments, scheduling and order processing focused on cost reduction and service improvements.
• Reviewing logistic charges, produces summary reports and reviews with internal customers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Google Applications

SAP experience

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, SCM

Tools

SAP

Job description

As a Logistics Analyst Associate your goal is to analyze logistics processes related to the movement of inbound and outbound shipments between suppliers, plants, customers and warehouse locations. You'll maintain appropriate records, prepare reports and coordinate logistics activities with internal and external customers. Additionally, you'll identify process improvement initiatives and participate in projects across the entire shipping process to help decrease costs and improve service. #LI-MD1 #LI-Hybrid

This is an entry position in logistics ideal for someone looking to launch their career in the field. This position is not able to provide sponsorship for candidates now and in the future.

You will do this by:

• Ensuring the right product is shipped complete and on time, to the right place for the right price
• Providing frontline support for the daily logistics operations, resolves issues and works with multiple transportation modes; truckload, intermodal, LTL, air, ocean as applicable
• Maintaining shipment visibility in carrier and ERP systems
• Working with our 3rd party logistics providers and internal customers on continuous improvement processes to optimize shipments, scheduling and order processing focused on cost reduction and service improvements
• Reviewing logistic charges, produces summary reports and reviews with internal customers

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/has:

• driven and ambitious
• able to work in a fast paced environment
• analytical

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field OR equivalent education and experience
• 0-2 years experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or related field
• SAP experience preferred
• Industry related internship experience preferred
• Working knowledge of the principles of transportation and logistics
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact with diverse groups of people and all levels in the organization
• Comprehensive experience with Microsoft office suite of products, Google Applications, and other software associated with assigned work
• Ability to develop knowledge of ERP systems, such as SAP
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, detail oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines, organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
• 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.