McLane Company, Inc. · 19 hours ago
Logistics Analyst I
United States-North Carolina-Rocky Mount
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expMcLane Company, Inc. is a supply chain planning and execution company dedicated to reducing costs and improving efficiency. The Logistics Analyst I is responsible for managing logistics options, analyzing carrier performance, and negotiating freight costs to optimize transportation operations.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Analyze performance by carrier partners (decline, on time, systems data updates, low margin) and identify strategies to improve poor performance
Resource other logistics options or Transportation modes to improve current performance
Work with other groups in monitoring prepaid/embedded lanes for conversion to profitable Collect or Kinexo margin lanes
Work on continuous process improvement strategies for lane conversion and analysis
Work with internal partners in backhaul conversions
Negotiate directly with carriers directly on matters related to spot shipments, claims, and accessorial charges
Serve as direct contact for McLane divisions, Procurement, and Suppliers on all aspects of inbound freight related to specific purchase order questions on a daily basis
Negotiate freight cost and provide specific cost feedback to customers
Provide specific feedback to Kinexo management related to service reporting and inbound freight margin loss
Investigate and resolve all matters related to carrier accessorial charges on behalf of Kinexo
Coordinate meetings with multiple carriers during annual, monthly and quarterly reviews
Foster relationships with carrier’s partners with long-term goals of controlling/improving transportation costs
Work with Logistics Systems Analyst with training new carriers with compliance to systems needs
Audit reports - monthly and quarterly (carrier decline, on time, low margin, L14, L16)
Identifying low performing lanes and carriers from current/new reports and determine strategies to improve performance directly related to Kinexo Logistics financial performance
Review reports and processes to make them more efficient, timely and relevant
Spot market growth and cost reduction
Qualification
Required
Have a BS or BA degree in Transportation, Logistics, or commensurate experience in logistics environment
Have an understanding of business logistics and supply chain management, including transportation, distribution and customer service
Have 2+ years in logistics or operations environment
Have creativity, problem solving and strong analytical and communication skills
Be knowledgeable of information systems, including experience working with and designing relational databases (strong database and spreadsheet knowledge is essential)
Have experience with MS Access, MS Excel and MS Outlook
This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards
Preferred
Teamwork oriented
Organized
Problem solver
Detailed
Benefits
Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance
Paid time off begins day one.
401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
Pet insurance
Maternity/paternity leave
Employee assistance programs
Discount programs
Tuition reimbursement program
Company
McLane Company, Inc.
McLane Company, Inc.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chad R.
Senior Vice President and CFO
David Leach
Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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