Transportation & Logistics Analytics Specialist

KAG LOGISTICS INC; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

KAG LOGISTICS INC in North Canton, OH seeks a Transportation and Logistics Analyst to perform data-driven logistics analysis and support supply chain improvement efforts. You will work with operations and carrier management to develop insights, drive process improvements, and support growth and profitability.

The role emphasizes quantitative analysis, collaboration with vendors and customers, and ongoing monitoring of service levels using advanced Excel and logistics tools.

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing analytical projects and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience in logistics, supply-chain, or quantitative field preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel data handling and analytical skills.
• 2-4 years of experience in logistics analysis and design.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication.
• Advanced Sourcing Optimizer experience.

Responsibilities

• Foster collaboration across internal teams to support account management.
• Review service level metrics with vendors and customers to increase value.
• Concisely communicate assumptions, findings, and recommendations.
• Query, collect, and analyze logistics data from various sources.
• Perform quantitative analysis using advanced Excel and statistical methods.
• Coordinate post-event vendor selection and procurement management.
• Support measurement of SLAs and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain carrier management software solutions used by the company.

Skills

Analytical project management

Strong organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Collaborative cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, supply-chain or quantitative field

Tools

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Sourcing Optimizer

Job description

KAG LOGISTICS INC in North Canton, OH seeks a Transportation and Logistics Analyst to perform data-driven logistics analysis and support supply chain improvement efforts. You will work with operations and carrier management to develop insights, drive process improvements, and support growth and profitability.

The role emphasizes quantitative analysis, collaboration with vendors and customers, and ongoing monitoring of service levels using advanced Excel and logistics tools.