Transportation Analyst I: Data-Driven Shipment Optimization

Milwaukee-Tool; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness facilities

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Transportation Analyst I to provide day-to-day operational support for the transportation network. You will coordinate shipments, monitor performance, and resolve issues while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize costs and service.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience is preferred, along with 0–2 years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in transportation, operations, logistics, supply chain management, or related field preferred; equivalent relevant education and experience considered.
• 0–2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or related operational environment preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with carriers, suppliers, customers, and internal partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint; ability to extract, organize, manipulate, and interpret data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation activities including shipment scheduling, routing, booking, tracking, expediting, and delivery follow-up.
• Partner with Supply Planning, Sourcing, Service, Manufacturing, Sales, and Distribution to support requirements.
• Monitor shipment activity and resolve issues with carriers and stakeholders.
• Provide freight quotes and secure carrier capacity for expedited and special shipments.
• Develop routing guides and transportation compliance standards balancing service, quality, and cost.
• Track carrier performance and escalate recurring issues for corrective action.
• Manage freight claims submission, documentation, and recovery tracking.
• Support data-driven cost mitigation and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in transportation, operations, logistics, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

AI tools

Job description

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Transportation Analyst I to provide day-to-day operational support for the transportation network. You will coordinate shipments, monitor performance, and resolve issues while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize costs and service.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience is preferred, along with 0–2 years of