Logistics Transportation Analyst

Syncreon; Union City (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World, a global logistics leader, is seeking an experienced Logistics Transportation Analyst based in Union City, GA to plan, direct, and coordinate logistics operations at the facility.

You will offload time-consuming data analysis tasks from Logistics managers, track KPIs, and produce operational reporting to improve yard accuracy, carrier throughput, and reduce delays across the campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, logistics, business analytics, or related field.
• 2–4+ years' experience in logistics analytics or transportation management.
• Hands-on experience with TMS, WMS, GPS, and ERP systems; strong data skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate facility logistics operations.
• Offload data analysis from Logistics managers and track KPIs.
• Produce operational reporting to improve yard accuracy and throughput.
• Support campus-wide strategic logistics initiatives.

Skills

Root-cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional communication

Stakeholder management

Multi-site operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

TMS platforms (Kaleris YMS, Blue Yonder)

GPS tracking systems

WMS (JDA)

SAP ERP

Advanced spreadsheet & data modeling

Job description

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We are looking for an experienced Logistics Transportation Analyst, based in Union City, to plan, direct, and coordinate logistics operations at the facility. You will be responsible for improving performance, productivity, and efficiency through the implementation of effective methods and strategies.

It’s an exciting time to join the syncreon team!

About the Role

The Logistics (Transportation) Analyst serves as a centralized data research, analysis, and continuous improvement resource across all campus logistics and transportation operations. Reporting directly to the Senior Logistics Manager, this role is responsible for offloading time-consuming data analysis, KPI tracking, and operational reporting from Logistics managers.

The primary objective is to support maintaining total data integrity, optimize yard accuracy and carrier throughput, reduce driver delays and detention costs, and support campus-wide strategic logistics initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 2–4+ years of experience in logistics analytics, transportation management, or warehouse operations.
• Systems Expertise:
  • Hands-on proficiency with TMS platforms (e.g., Kaleris YMS, Blue Yonder) and GPS tracking systems.
  • Working knowledge of WMS platforms (e.g., JDA) and ERP systems such as SAP.
  • Advanced spreadsheet skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, data modeling, dashboard visual design).
• Core Competencies:
  • Strong root-cause analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement frameworks.
  • Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to support a multi-site operating model.

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end‑to‑end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What’s more, we’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures– not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We arededicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, andempowered to reach their full potential.

We believe that embracing inclusion anddiversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, andsocieties.

The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
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