Transportation Analytics & Cost Optimization Specialist

Littelfuse; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Littelfuse in Chicago, IL is seeking a Transportation Analyst to support cost targets and on-time delivery by analyzing routes, costs, and market trends. You will prepare transportation cost projections, coordinate with carriers, and contribute to monthly performance reports.

Responsibilities include RFP analysis, reviewing freight payments, SAP TMS data, and participating in global freight rate planning. A 2+ year background in transportation/logistics and strong MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Transportation/Logistics/Supply Chain experience.
• College degree in Supply Chain Mgt, Industrial Engineering, or Business Management.
• Strong communication and detail orientation; MS Office knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Produce transportation reports to track KPIs, cost analysis, lead time, shipment delivery reliability, and consolidate opportunities for improvement.
• Provide transportation market analysis and cost projections.
• RFP analysis for determination of best offer and ensure proper implementation.
• Monitor on-time freight payment, billing reconciliation, TMS error reporting, and assist with freight accruals.

Skills

Transportation/Logistics experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

College degree in Supply Chain Mgt / Industrial Engineering / Business Management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

Littelfuse in Chicago, IL is seeking a Transportation Analyst to support cost targets and on-time delivery by analyzing routes, costs, and market trends. You will prepare transportation cost projections, coordinate with carriers, and contribute to monthly performance reports.

Responsibilities include RFP analysis, reviewing freight payments, SAP TMS data, and participating in global freight rate planning. A 2+ year background in transportation/logistics and strong MS Office skills are required.