Transportation Planning Analyst

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. in Warren, MI is seeking a Logistics Analyst to support route design, route management, and data-driven decision making.

You will design and optimize routes, analyze large data sets, and develop reporting processes to improve efficiency. The role involves creating and maintaining databases, generating scorecards, and delivering daily to monthly reports for cross-docks, carriers, and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree required.
• Strong data analysis and communication skills.
• Experience with Excel and routing software preferred.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Must work well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage routes and routing plans.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly cross-dock reports.
• Build and maintain databases and data processes.
• Identify cost saving opportunities and improve processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers, carriers, and customers.

Skills

Route design

Route management

Large data sets

Databases

Time management

Independent work

Shipping knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Cross-dock coordination

Scorecard reporting

Cost savings analysis

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor or Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Routing Software

Microsoft Access

Job description

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successful and opportunities to grow?

Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is a leading asset-light provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions. We provide our customers with supply chain solutions that can be scaled to meet your changing demands and volumes. We offer a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal and specialized services that can be utilized throughout your entire supply chain. Currently, Universal is seeking Logistics Analyst candidates for our position based out of our corporate office in Warren, MI.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and/or experience in the following areas:

• Route Design
• Route Management
• Experience working with large, complex data sets
• Creating, updating and managing databases and processes
• Capability to prioritize, multi-task and manage time effectively
• Ability to work independently and as member of a team
• Shipping and/or packaging knowledge
• Must have solid communication and analytical skills – daily interaction with cross-dock, suppliers, carriers and customer personnel
• Scorecard generation/maintenance/tracking (IB/OB trailer utilization, planned vs. actual route mileage, packaging discrepancies, proposed cost savings)
• Daily/weekly/monthly reporting for cross-docks, carriers, management and customers
• Capable to complete special projects as assigned
• Committed to meet deadlines
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) - preferred but not required

The ideal candidate will possess experience with the following computer programs:

• Microsoft Office (especially Excel and/or Access)
• Routing Software

Other requirements include:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong data analysis and information processing skills
• Eager to learn
• Capable of making quick decisions
• Good work ethics
• Innovative and motivated toward continuous improvement