Strategic Logistics Analytics & Planning Specialist

Cracker Barrel; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

401k with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Supply Chain Planning professional to drive inbound logistics, routing, and distribution optimization at the Store Support Center. You will work with DCs, carriers, and overseas forwarders to ensure timely, cost-effective movement of goods across our restaurant and retail network.

The role emphasizes analytics, forecasting, and process improvements to support Cracker Barrel's service levels and growth. A background in logistics and cross‑functional teamwork is key.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain planning and logistics analysis.
• Ability to forecast demand and plan transportation capacity.
• Analytical mindset with data-driven problem solving.
• Strong collaboration with internal teams and carriers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate inbound logistics with stakeholders.
• Develop routing and wave creation with distribution centers.
• Provide analytical support to Home Office on logistics projects.
• Forecast fleet size and optimize carrier utilization.
• Coordinate import shipments with overseas forwarders.
• Improve freight processes and perform cost analyses.
• Ensure freight invoice accuracy and pursue claims when needed.

Skills

Logistics analysis

Forecasting

Freight optimization

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Route optimization

Tools

OTM

ATOMS

Freight Payable tools

Job description

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Supply Chain Planning professional to drive inbound logistics, routing, and distribution optimization at the Store Support Center. You will work with DCs, carriers, and overseas forwarders to ensure timely, cost-effective movement of goods across our restaurant and retail network.

The role emphasizes analytics, forecasting, and process improvements to support Cracker Barrel's service levels and growth. A background in logistics and cross‑functional teamwork is key.