Senior Transportation Analytics & Optimization Specialist

Dal-Tile LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company match on 401k

Employee purchase discount

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dal-Tile LLC, a leading tile and stone manufacturer, seeks a Sr Transportation Analyst to oversee transportation analytics, optimize routes, and drive performance improvements across the network. You will collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and customers to enhance efficiency and cost effectiveness.

The role emphasizes process improvement, data-driven decision making, and effective communication while supporting the organization in achieving logistics excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• 4–6 years relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation freight payment and claims operations and performance.
• Manage aging and 1st pass yield with 3rd party freight payment processing.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and ensure compliance.
• Support cross-functional departments and customers with analysis and issue resolution.
• Perform high-quality analysis to improve costs, performance, and communications.
• Negotiate with vendors, carriers, and contractors on price and terms.
• Identify and pursue cost-saving opportunities (e.g., detention, demurrage).
• Handle freight payments for domestic transportation and related activities.
• Lead after-action reviews and share lessons learned.
• Collaborate on technical, system, and process improvements.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Integrity

Professional demeanor

Adaptability

Team player

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Dal-Tile LLC, a leading tile and stone manufacturer, seeks a Sr Transportation Analyst to oversee transportation analytics, optimize routes, and drive performance improvements across the network. You will collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and customers to enhance efficiency and cost effectiveness.

The role emphasizes process improvement, data-driven decision making, and effective communication while supporting the organization in achieving logistics excellence.