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MEI Industrial Solutions · 23 hours ago

Logistics Analyst

Albany, OR, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

MEI Industrial Solutions is one of the largest providers of industrial services in the U.S., and they are seeking a Logistics Analyst to manage and optimize daily logistics operations. The role involves coordinating transportation, maintaining shipment records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

AutomotiveManufacturingTransportation

Responsibilities

Arrange transportation for shipments, considering factors such as cost, transit time, and mode of transport. Coordinate with freight forwarders, carriers, and inter-state or intra-state haulage companies to schedule pickups and deliveries as and when required

Organize and manage inventory, storage, and transportation workflow schedules to meet customer requirements

Track, trace, and update the status of shipments. Offer regular and ad-hoc reporting on shipment statuses

Facilitate communication with customers, vendors, and internal departments that may include verbal, telephonic, or electronic communication. Understand how to professionally gain information from all levels of internal and external customers

Anticipate and proactively approach bottlenecks in the shipping and receiving processes and work for solutions timely

Respond to and follow up with all inquiries for vendors and customers

Address and resolve transportation-related issues, such as delays, routing challenges, or equipment failures, to ensure uninterrupted delivery and customer satisfaction

Utilize computer systems and transportation management software to track shipments, manage schedules, accomplish storage organization, and generate reports for efficient logistics operations

Analyze transportation performance data and provide recommendations for continuous improvement in logistics operations

Prepare bills, invoices, and review purchase orders and shipping documents to ensure accuracy

Complete other duties as assigned and necessary

Qualification

Transportation Management SoftwareData AnalyticsSupply Chain ManagementAdvanced ExcelCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsHigh School DiplomaSelf-ManagementWindows Operating SystemMS OfficeSupply Chain CertificationRegulations

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

Proven experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse, or transportation operations

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; can prioritize and manage own time and the time of others to maximize efficiencies

Strong computer skills using Windows operating system and MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) with proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS), Customer Relations Management (CRM) software, and other relevant software applications

Advanced Excel proficiency and data analytics to sort, filter, validate data, use conditional formatting, and trending are a must

Familiarity with warehousing/storage, and supply chain management principles and practices

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and able to build and maintain positive relations

Demonstrated self-management and self-direction skills; is highly organized and possesses problem-solving skills