Transportation Analyst

Arhaus, LLC.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arhaus, LLC. in Boston Heights, OH is seeking a Transportation Analyst to plan and execute domestic inbound/outbound schedules across DCs, using a TMS to optimize loads, cut costs, and improve on-time delivery.

You will manage carrier relationships, generate KPI reports, and coordinate with hub and store teams to maintain schedule integrity. The role emphasizes load optimization, cross-functional communication, and reverse logistics support, with opportunities to drive efficiency and reliability

Qualifications

• Experience using and optimizing a Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Ability to plan inbound/outbound domestic shipments and manage KPI performance.
• Strong collaboration with DCs, hubs, carriers and store teams.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate load planning with transportation partners for forecasts.
• Coordinate with IT/3rd party software to optimize TMS solutions.
• Perform daily load planning to maximize outbound capacity and efficiency.
• Communicate schedule updates to Transportation Operations and teams.
• Manage reverse logistics including hub returns and loading SOPs.
• Oversee store transfers and new store transportation.

Skills

TMS optimization

Load planning

Carrier relations

Data reporting

Forecasting

Reverse logistics

Store transfers

Tools

TMS

Transportation software

Job description

Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used—and loved for generations.

Location: Boston Heights Ohio

Description:

The transportation analyst is responsible for planning and execution of the domestic inbound and outbound schedule at all DCs to support on-time delivery and customer satisfaction goals. This role will use TMS system to improve shipment trailer utilization, cost efficiency and maintain on-time delivery to hubs and stores. Manage relationships with carrier network to meet and exceed key performance indicators (KPIs). Develop and maintain reports outlining performance on all key metrics including cost, service (on time), load optimization, returns, etc.

• Facilitate the load planning with transportation partners for all DCs to provide weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual forecasts for outbound transportation needs
• Partner with IT and 3rd party transportation software provider to optimize TMS solution
• Daily load planning to ensure we are maximizing the load capacity and efficiency on outbound loads from our Distribution Centers in a schedule that is in alignment with the receiving hub capabilities.
• Facilitate communication between DC team, hub teams, and linehaul transportation providers to ensure all trucks are picked up and delivered on time.
• Set, update, and publish the Delivery Schedule to the appropriate parties to ensure understanding and alignment
• Communicate schedule and updates to the Transportation Operations team to ensure all team members are aware of schedule and updated immediately with any changes to that schedule
• Facilitate reverse logistics process including hub returns on hand tracking, returns load scheduling, and ensuring compliance at hub for loading times, loading quality, SOP compliance, etc.
• Manage store transfers and new store opening transportation
• Other projects assigned

Key fundamental skill sets for this role will be:

• Continuous improvement mindset, staying informed on market changes that impact transportation network
• Adapts to change quickly and easily and performs effectively during times of change; demonstrates the ability to multi-task and manages competing priorities effectively
• Demonstrate strong oral, written and interpersonal skills
• Possess very strong organizational and prioritizing skills
• Detail oriented

Requirements:

• Background in using and optimizing TMS solution
• Dedicated to business and allow flexibility with work hours or rotating weekends / holidays if necessary.

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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