Transportation Analyst

Kenvue; Summit (NJ); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Volunteer Time & More

Learning & Development Opportunities

Total Rewards Transparency

Job summary

Kenvue is seeking a Transportation Analyst in Summit, NJ, with hybrid work. You will manage transportation lanes, analyze data, and collaborate with sales and production to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 2–4 years in transportation analysis, strong MS Office and data tools skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities with effective cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, transportation, logistics, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in transportation analysis or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Experience in logistics, customer service, transportation, distribution, operations, supply chain, and/or information technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface with various groups including customers, sales offices, DCs, and plant production departments.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities successfully and work independently while demonstrating initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of transportation lanes within the Kenvue network and ensure optimal service, including tactical issues, on an exception basis.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and effective transportation operations.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve transportation processes.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance transportation efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
• Develop and implement transportation strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with carriers to negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with service agreements.
• Monitor carrier performance and implement programs to improve service quality.
• Prepare and distribute reports on transportation metrics and performance.
• Assist with the development of transportation budgets and forecasts.
• Coordinate with sales and production teams to ensure on-time delivery of products.
• Research and evaluate new transportation technologies and methods.
• Additional responsibilities include coordination, track & trace/exception management for assigned transportation lanes, and ad-hoc operational analytics to drive day to day business efficiencies.
• Identify and mitigate transportation risks to ensure safe and timely delivery of goods.
• Deliver results across critical metrics owned by Transportation such as on-time delivery, cost improvement programs, freight spend performance vs. budget, security infraction rates, and quality deliverables.
• Up to 10% of travel.

Job description

What We Do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Kenvue Is Currently Recruiting For a

Transportation Analyst

What We Do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future and yours. For more information, click here.

Role Reports To

Manager Transportation Operations

Location

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location

Hybrid

What You Will Do

The Transportation Analyst is responsible for managing and optimizing a portfolio of transportation lanes ensuring consistent product availability and the highest levels of customer experience. Including scheduling and routing shipments, analyzing transportation planning opportunities to reduce costs, verifying purchase order and bill information, monitoring orders from start to finish, coordinating with carriers, preparing for carrier contract negotiations, and collecting data for monthly reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of transportation lanes within the Kenvue network and ensure optimal service, including tactical issues, on an exception basis.


• Analyze transportation data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and effective transportation operations.


• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve transportation processes.


• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance transportation efficiency and reduce environmental impact.


• Develop and implement transportation strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.


• Collaborate with carriers to negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with service agreements.


• Monitor carrier performance and implement programs to improve service quality.


• Prepare and distribute reports on transportation metrics and performance.


• Assist with the development of transportation budgets and forecasts.


• Coordinate with sales and production teams to ensure on-time delivery of products.


• Research and evaluate new transportation technologies and methods.


• Additional responsibilities include coordination, track & trace/exception management for assigned transportation lanes, and ad-hoc operational analytics to drive day to day business efficiencies.


• Identify and mitigate transportation risks to ensure safe and timely delivery of goods.


• Deliver results across critical metrics owned by Transportation such as on-time delivery, cost improvement programs, freight spend performance vs. budget, security infraction rates, and quality deliverables.


• Up to 10% of travel.

Required Qualifications

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree insupply chain, transportation, logistics, or a related field.


• 2-4 years of experience in transportation analysis or a related field.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.


• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.


• Requires experience in logistics, customer service, transportation, distribution, operations, supply chain, and/or information technology.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface with various groups including customers, sales offices, DCs, and plant production departments.


• Ability to handle multiple priorities successfully and work independently while demonstrating initiative.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS)


• Knowledge of Six Sigma/Process Excellence tools and methodologies.


• Ability to think creatively and identify innovative solutions to transportation challenges.

What’s In It For You

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:

$72,675.00 - $102,600.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

• Competitive Benefit Package*


• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!


• Learning & Development Opportunities


• Kenvuer Impact Networks


• This list could vary based on location/region


• Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.