Transportation Business Planning Analyst

FNS, Inc.; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision PPO Insurance

Life, STD, LTD Insurance

Paid Time Off

Additional Paid Time Off (Bereavement, Wedding, Birth of a Child, etc.)

Years of Service Awards

Education Assistant Program (Based on Eligibility)

Job summary

FNS, Inc. is looking for a Trucking Planning Analyst to support the Trucking Planning Manager and drive strategic initiatives in logistics and operations. The role involves data analytics, sales support material development, and compliance operations within U.S. transportation.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree, 1-3 years of experience, and strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and an education assistance program.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional experience in business analysis, logistics planning, or supply chain.
• Proven track record in a sales or sales-support role required.
• Ability to independently gather and process large volumes of data.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze raw data for monthly performance metrics.
• Develop monthly business review materials for leadership.
• Monitor and analyze market trends for actionable insights.
• Design and refine sales presentations and promotional materials.
• Assist in standard operating procedures across transportation branches.

Skills

Data Analysis

Sales Support

Logistics Knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Role Overview

The Trucking Planning Analyst supports the Trucking Planning Manager by executing strategic planning initiatives, managing operational and commercial data, and producing high‑impact business materials. This role blends analytical capability, sales‑support experience, and logistics industry knowledge to generate Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), market intelligence reports, and client‑facing materials that strengthen branch‑level performance across U.S. transportation operations.

Responsibilities

1. Data Analytics & Reporting (Monthly Deliverables)
   • Data Processing: Collect, process, and analyze raw data for monthly branch revenue and performance metrics, ensuring alignment with the Planning Manager's strategic direction.
   • MBR Preparation: Develop and compile comprehensive Monthly Business Review (MBR) materials for leadership.
   • Market Analysis: Monitor and analyze monthly market trends to produce actionable market status reports.
2. Sales Support & Material Development
   • Sales Documentation: Leverage prior sales experience to design, update, and refine sales presentations and promotional materials.
   • Cross‑functional Communication: Translate complex operational and planning data into clear, client‑facing or internal sales materials.
3. Operational & Compliance Support
   • Process Integration: Assist in the analysis and integration of standard operating procedures across various transportation branches.
   • Asset & Compliance Management: Track and manage trucking equipment (assets), maintain necessary business licenses, and oversee asset insurance documentation.
   • System Implementation: Support the active rollout and operational alignment of the TMS 2.0 system in coordination with the Planning Manager.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience: 1-3 years of professional experience in business analysis, logistics planning, or supply chain. A proven track record in a sales or sales‑support role is highly required.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel (data manipulation, pivot tables, raw data analysis) and PowerPoint (creating professional sales decks and MBRs).
  • Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Key Skills & Abilities:
  • Analytical Execution: Ability to independently gather and accurately process large volumes of raw data into structured, analytical formats.
  • Commercial Awareness: Strong understanding of sales dynamics and the ability to visualize data for business development purposes.
  • Detail‑Oriented: High precision in managing administrative requirements such as licenses, asset inventories, and insurance policies.
  • Adaptability: Capability to seamlessly support the Planning Manager across multiple concurrent projects (from systems upgrades to administrative compliance).

Benefits (Full-Time ONLY)

• Health, Dental, and Vision PPO Insurance
• Life, STD, LTD Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Additional Paid Time Off (Bereavement, Wedding, Birth of a Child, etc.)
• Years of Service Awards
• Education Assistant Program (Based on Eligibility)