Transportation Strategy Analyst (Hybrid)

Kenvue; Summit (NJ); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 103,000; Full time

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Job summary

Kenvue is seeking a Transportation Analyst in Summit, NJ, with hybrid work. You will manage transportation lanes, analyze data, and collaborate with sales and production to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 2–4 years in transportation analysis, strong MS Office and data tools skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities with effective cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, transportation, logistics, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in transportation analysis or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Experience in logistics, customer service, transportation, distribution, operations, supply chain, and/or information technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface with various groups including customers, sales offices, DCs, and plant production departments.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities successfully and work independently while demonstrating initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of transportation lanes within the Kenvue network and ensure optimal service, including tactical issues, on an exception basis.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and effective transportation operations.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve transportation processes.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance transportation efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
• Develop and implement transportation strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with carriers to negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with service agreements.
• Monitor carrier performance and implement programs to improve service quality.
• Prepare and distribute reports on transportation metrics and performance.
• Assist with the development of transportation budgets and forecasts.
• Coordinate with sales and production teams to ensure on-time delivery of products.
• Research and evaluate new transportation technologies and methods.
• Additional responsibilities include coordination, track & trace/exception management for assigned transportation lanes, and ad-hoc operational analytics to drive day to day business efficiencies.
• Identify and mitigate transportation risks to ensure safe and timely delivery of goods.
• Deliver results across critical metrics owned by Transportation such as on-time delivery, cost improvement programs, freight spend performance vs. budget, security infraction rates, and quality deliverables.
• Up to 10% of travel.

Job description

Kenvue is seeking a Transportation Analyst in Summit, NJ, with hybrid work. You will manage transportation lanes, analyze data, and collaborate with sales and production to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 2–4 years in transportation analysis, strong MS Office and data tools skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities with effective cross-functional communication.