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Shorr Packaging Corp. · 6 hours ago

Logistics Analyst

Greater Chicago Area

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$65K/yr - $75K/yr

2+ years exp

Shorr Packaging Corp is a rapidly growing organization seeking a Logistics Analyst. The role involves collaborating with various departments to support supply chain operations and optimize logistics processes.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Facilitates communication between Operations, Sales, Vendors and Customer Service to promote a healthy and efficient supply chain

Responsible for optimizing carriers to obtain required service levels at the most competitive price

Manage the execution of entire shipment and transportation life cycle from order receipt and carrier tender through final delivery to customer

Perform daily shipment tracking for strategic customer deliveries to ensure customer expectations are being fulfilled

Monitor carrier service KPI’s and conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions when metrics fall below established thresholds

Identify and partner with Corporate Logistics Manager on cost savings and operational improvement opportunities

Ensure that quality, quantity, customer satisfaction, and financial commitments are met

Manage freight invoice exceptions

Ability to utilize the Transportation Management System to quote and route shipments in a cost effective and efficient manner

Communicate and resolve service issues quickly and efficiently

Qualification

Logistics managementTransportation Management SystemAnalytical skillsInternational logisticsProject managementMS OfficeExcel skillsInterpersonal skillsTeam playerOrganizational skillsCritical thinkingProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain, or similar field

Minimum two plus years' experience in transportation planning, logistics, warehouse operations, or overall supply chain management, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Distribution and warehouse operations experience a plus

Knowledge of OTR, LTL, and Parcel shipment modes of transport and their operations required

Experience with TMS systems as well as the ability to learn new systems quickly required

Experience in outsourced Managed Transportation Programs

The position requires strong analytical, interpersonal, and project management skills, along with being a strong team player

Ability to move from task to task in a very fast-paced environment

Must be well organized, capable of handling a variety of issues and assignments

Firm grasp of logistics, supply chain, inventory, distribution, transportation, business, and management principles

Quick critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Strong MS Office skills with an emphasis on intermediate Excel skills, and the ability to interpret reports